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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (32700 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Skoda Fabia?

Mercedes A Class Saloon

Skoda Fabia

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

A Class Saloon

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 Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15844 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

Fabia

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 Mercedes A Class Saloon has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Fabia tops out at 228 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class Saloon pulls clearly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

A Class Saloon

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 distinct lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1450 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers hardly perceptible more room – 395 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class Saloon a bit takes the win – 490 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Mercedes A Class Saloon
Skoda Fabia

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from about £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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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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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
32700 - 55900 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Mercedes A Class Saloon?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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.