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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 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
129 - 148 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
-
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
458 - 496 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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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, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 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
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Skoda
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The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.