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Kia XCeed vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

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?

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Fabia

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Fabia

Engine and Performance:

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.

XCeed

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 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.

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.

from about £16,900
Fabia

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 XCeed
Skoda Fabia

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Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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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.

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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 XCeed
Skoda Fabia
XCeed
Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
402 - 437 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
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

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

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.