Compare performance (180 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 16900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Skoda Fabia?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Fabia has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Kia XCeed costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6257 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia XCeed has a minimal edge – offering 180 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs minimal better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Kia XCeed tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia XCeed pulls barely noticeable stronger with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.
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 1351 kg. The difference is around 208 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers somewhat more room – 426 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs to a small extent better – up to 1378 L, which is about 188 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed slight takes the win – 479 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
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 XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Skoda
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The Kia XCeed 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.