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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Skoda Fabia – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Skoda Fabia fits your lifestyle better.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

Skoda Fabia

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

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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 Fabia has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon costs 24300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Fabia has a noticeable edge – offering 177 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs a bit better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed Sportswagon pulls barely noticeable stronger with 253 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 3 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is a bit lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1335 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers noticeable more room – 625 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs noticeable better – up to 1694 L, which is about 504 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed Sportswagon hardly perceptible takes the win – 485 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Fabia proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Fabia is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Skoda Fabia

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Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.6 L

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Skoda Fabia
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
Is the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.