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Vauxhall Corsa vs Skoda Scala – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Vauxhall Corsa or Skoda Scala fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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.

Vauxhall Corsa has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Skoda Scala costs 20900 £. That’s a price difference of around 1285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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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 Vauxhall Corsa has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs slight better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Vauxhall Corsa tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls slight stronger with 260 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is hardly perceptible lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1199 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers noticeable more room – 467 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1410 L, which is about 329 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Corsa barely noticeable takes the win – 445 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Scala proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Scala is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,900
Scala @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Scala

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L

Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Skoda Scala

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The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Vauxhall Corsa
Skoda Scala
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Costs and Consumption

Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
20900 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1199 - 1271 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
4362 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1514 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Max trunk capacity
1410 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

The Vauxhall Corsa is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.