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Vauxhall Combo vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo or Skoda Fabia?

Vauxhall Combo vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo

  • clearly more trunk space
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Combo

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo costs 22,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,572 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Fabia

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 Skoda Fabia offers markedly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Combo

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Combo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is visibly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 362 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 670 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo carries visibly more – 695 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 258 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia has only a minor advantage 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 £17,300
Fabia

Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Vauxhall Combo
Skoda Fabia

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Vauxhall Combo

The Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.

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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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Vauxhall Combo
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,900 - 28,000 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
141 - 151 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,644 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
544 - 695 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Skoda
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