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Hyundai i20 vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Skoda Scala?

Hyundai i20 vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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

i20

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.

Hyundai i20 is slightly cheaper – starting at 18,600 £ , while the Skoda Scala costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Scala uses 5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 clearly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Scala is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Scala delivers visibly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 78 Nm more.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is marginally lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,199 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Scala offers visibly more boot space – 467 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries only slightly more – 465 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Scala is far ahead overall 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.

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Scala

Skoda Scala

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Reviews Hyundai i20

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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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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Reviews Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,600 - 24,000 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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