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Nissan Qashqai vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (205 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (29600 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Skoda Fabia?

Nissan Qashqai

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Skoda Fabia

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

Qashqai

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12728 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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 Nissan Qashqai has a a bit edge – offering 205 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs slight better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls evident stronger with 330 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is clearly perceptible lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers clearly perceptible more room – 504 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs somewhat better – up to 1447 L, which is about 257 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai a bit takes the win – 520 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Qashqai proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Qashqai is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L
Nissan Qashqai
Skoda Fabia

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Nissan Qashqai

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The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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.

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Nissan Qashqai
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Skoda
Is the Nissan Qashqai 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.