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Skoda Fabia vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or Lotus Emira?

Skoda Fabia vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Skoda Fabia

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers substantially more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 229 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is significantly 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 Lotus Emira delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 230 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: Skoda Fabia offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is markedly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers significantly more boot space – 380 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Fabia carries significantly more – 437 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia is clearly superior overall 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 Manual, 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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Fabia have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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