Compare performance (156 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (20700 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Skoda Fabia?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Fabia has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3805 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 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.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Fabia has a a bit edge – offering 177 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs slightly better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls minimal stronger with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
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 hardly perceptible lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1165 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers barely noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Fabia performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1190 L, which is about 27 L more than the Peugeot 208.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Fabia barely noticeable takes the win – 437 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Skoda Fabia is narrowly ahead 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 Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1165 - 1530 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
4055 mm
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
1430 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
Skoda
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The Peugeot 208 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.