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Skoda Fabia vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (177 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or Land Rover Defender?
Fabia
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 Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,552 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
Defender
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 Land Rover Defender offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 458 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 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.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 1,157 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more boot space – 786 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 406 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries considerably more – 819 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 382 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Land Rover Defender is decisively 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.
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Land Rover Defender
Skoda Fabia
Land Rover Defender
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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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Skoda Fabia
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Land Rover
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