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Mazda CX-5 vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (141 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 16900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Skoda Fabia?

Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Skoda Fabia

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Fabia has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 13123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 2.10 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 distinct edge – offering 177 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs slightly better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Fabia pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 250 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is decisively lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 486 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers distinct more room – 583 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs clearly better – up to 2019 L, which is about 829 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Fabia shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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
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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
Mazda CX-5
Skoda Fabia

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Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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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-5
Skoda Fabia
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Costs and Consumption

Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
-
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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