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Mercedes A-Class Saloon vs Skoda Fabia – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes A-Class Saloon or Skoda Fabia fits your lifestyle better.

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 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.

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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 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.

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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?

The Mercedes A-Class Saloon proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,700
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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
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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon exudes a refined elegance, combining sleek design with a spacious interior that offers remarkable comfort for its passengers. Its advanced technology seamlessly integrates into the driving experience, providing both safety and convenience. This model continues to showcase Mercedes-Benz's commitment to delivering luxury within a compact framework.

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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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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
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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
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Skoda

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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.

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