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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 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
85 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
200 - 450 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
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.