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Renault Mégane vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Skoda Fabia?

Renault Mégane vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

Renault Mégane

  • somewhat more power
  • marginally more trunk space
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mégane

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Fabia is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,752 £.

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 Renault Mégane offers somewhat more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Fabia is visibly faster – reaching 228 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

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

Mégane

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 576 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers marginally more boot space – 389 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,332 L, about 142 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Mégane carries barely more – 446 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia is barely 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.

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
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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
4,108 - 4,137 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,458 - 1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
1,190 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Renault Mégane have?

The Renault Mégane is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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