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Skoda Fabia vs Fiat Grande Panda comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or Fiat Grande Panda?

Skoda Fabia vs Fiat Grande Panda: Key differences

Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Fiat Grande Panda

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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.

Fiat Grande Panda is barely cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Skoda Fabia costs 17,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Fiat Grande Panda with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Grande Panda

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat Grande Panda takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Fabia delivers a bit more torque with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

Fabia

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is a bit lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,295 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Grande Panda offers very slightly more boot space – 412 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Grande Panda carries only slightly more – 453 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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Fiat Grande Panda

The Grande Panda is a delightful blend of practicality and charm, making it a popular choice for urban dwellers and families alike. With its compact design, the car navigates city streets effortlessly while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. Its quirky styling and user-friendly features make the Grande Panda not just a mode of transport, but a fun driving experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Price
16,300 - 25,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Curb weight
1,295 - 1,554 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,763 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
353 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
100 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
122 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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