What drivetrain options does the Skoda Fabia have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

How much power does the Skoda Fabia deliver on the road?

The Skoda Fabia reaches a peak output of 177 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the Skoda Fabia use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 4.90 L.

What maximum speed does the Skoda Fabia reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 228 km/h.

How big is the Skoda Fabia overall?

Length 4108 mm, width 1780 mm, height 1459 mm – those are the dimensions of the Skoda Fabia.

What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the Lotus Emira?

Up to 406 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What are the consumption figures for the Lotus Emira in liters per 100 km?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 9.20 L.

What are the Lotus Emira’s length, width and height?

Length 4413 mm, width 1896 mm, height 1235 mm – those are the dimensions of the Lotus Emira.

Skoda Fabia vs Lotus Emira - Differences and prices compared

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Fabia has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Lotus Emira costs 93800 £. That’s a price difference of around 76971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.20 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Lotus Emira has a convincingly edge – offering 406 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 229 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emira performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 291 km/h, while the Skoda Fabia tops out at 228 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emira pulls convincingly stronger with 480 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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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 convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, Skoda Fabia noticeable takes the win – 437 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Fabia shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 16900 - 30500 £	Price 93800 - 96400 £
Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.6 L	Consumption L/100km 9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 112 - 126 g/km	co2 208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 40 L	Fuel tank capacity 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Coupe
Seats 5	Seats 2
Doors 5	Doors 2
Curb weight 1143 - 1278 kg	Curb weight 1455 - 1493 kg
Trunk capacity 380 L	Trunk capacity 151 L
Length 4108 - 4137 mm	Length 4413 mm
Width 1780 mm	Width 1896 mm
Height 1458 - 1461 mm	Height 1235 mm
Max trunk capacity 1190 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 402 - 437 kg	Payload 270 - 290 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 80 - 177 HP	Power HP 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 15.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4 - 4.3 s
Max Speed 175 - 228 km/h	Max Speed 290 - 291 km/h
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 298 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3	Engine capacity 1991 - 3456 cm3