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Ford Tourneo Courier vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Courier or Skoda Scala?

Ford Tourneo Courier vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

Ford Tourneo Courier

  • a bit more trunk space
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Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tourneo Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Scala is barely cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Ford Tourneo Courier costs 21,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 386 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Scala uses 5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Ford Tourneo Courier with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Scala

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Scala offers marginally more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Tourneo Courier delivers slightly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Tourneo Courier

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is markedly lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 318 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Courier offers a bit more boot space – 570 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Tourneo Courier carries somewhat more – 483 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Courier has only a minor advantage in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £21,800
Tourneo Courier

Ford Tourneo Courier

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 320 km
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Ford Tourneo Courier

The Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.

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Skoda Scala

The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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Ford Tourneo Courier
Skoda Scala

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,800 - 35,000 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
320 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,545 kg
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 - 1,813 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 483 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 136 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
92 - 100 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Skoda
Is the Ford Tourneo Courier offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Tourneo Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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