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Mazda CX-30 vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Skoda Fabia?

Mazda CX-30

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Skoda Fabia

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

CX-30

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Fabia

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-30 has a slight edge – offering 186 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 9 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 Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Fabia pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

CX-30

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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers slightly more room – 430 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 to a small extent takes the win – 496 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Fabia shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
Mazda CX-30
Skoda Fabia

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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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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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Mazda CX-30
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 36800 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 148 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
-
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
458 - 496 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.