VS

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

Compare performance (320 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or Skoda Fabia?

Mercedes A-Class

Skoda Fabia

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

A-Class

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 costs 32300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15385 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 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 has a decisively 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 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class 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 pulls convincingly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

A-Class

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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers minimal more room – 380 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

Maximum load volume is the same – both hold up to 1190 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £32,300
A-Class

Mercedes A-Class

  • 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 : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Mercedes A-Class
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

details

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.

details
Mercedes A-Class
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
475 - 485 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
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
202 - 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, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mercedes A-Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.