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SEAT Ateca vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (25,100 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ateca or Skoda Fabia?

SEAT Ateca vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

SEAT Ateca

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more trunk space
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Fabia is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the SEAT Ateca costs 25,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,800 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.9 L/100km – no difference here.

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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 Skoda Fabia offers a bit more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Ateca delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Ateca

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 slightly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,345 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Ateca offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ateca carries slightly more – 525 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia shows a few small advantages 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
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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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SEAT Ateca

The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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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
25,100 - 36,900 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,514 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
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Length
4,108 - 4,137 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
1,458 - 1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,190 L
Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the SEAT Ateca?

The SEAT Ateca is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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