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Mercedes B Class vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Skoda Fabia?

Mercedes B Class vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Fabia is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,824 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Fabia

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes B Class offers visibly more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

B 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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers a bit more boot space – 455 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries visibly more – 550 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes B Class comes out modestly ahead 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.

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B Class

Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Reviews Mercedes B Class

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Peter
5 Mar 2026, 05:51:19

My wife and I have been driving a Mercedes W247 200d for seven years now, with 93,000 km on the clock. The car is very comfortable even on long trips and economical. At the last service the pads of the electric parking brake were replaced; otherwise no repairs. We love this car.

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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
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
133 - 156 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 550 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
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 - 238 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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