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MINI MINI vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Skoda Fabia?

MINI MINI vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

MINI MINI

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Fabia is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the MINI MINI costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,552 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI MINI offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

MINI

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is somewhat lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers visibly more boot space – 380 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI MINI carries marginally more – 445 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £24,900
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MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 391 km
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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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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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Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
MINI
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the MINI MINI have?

The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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