Compare performance (292 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (44,200 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or Skoda Fabia?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,932 £.
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 EQA offers visibly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Fabia is clearly faster – reaching 228 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQA delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,045 kg. The difference is around 902 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers moderately more boot space – 380 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQA offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,320 L, about 130 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Fabia carries very slightly more – 437 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The Skoda Fabia holds a slight edge 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.
The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.
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
44,200 - 57,400 £
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Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
476 - 561 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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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
2,045 - 2,115 kg
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
4,463 mm
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Length
4,108 - 4,137 mm
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Width
1,834 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Height
1,608 - 1,613 mm
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Height
1,458 - 1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,320 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,190 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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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
190 - 292 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
140 - 215 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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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