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Peugeot 208 vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

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?

Peugeot 208

3 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Fabia

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

208

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Fabia

Engine and Performance:

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.

208

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Peugeot 208
Skoda Fabia

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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

Peugeot 208

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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.

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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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Peugeot 208
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
20700 - 35200 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 117 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4055 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1745 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1430 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
402 - 437 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
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 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
D, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is offered with Front-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.