Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Fabia has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12205 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: manages with and is therefore more efficient than the with . The difference is about per 100 km.
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 Skoda Karoq has a slight edge – offering 190 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls distinct stronger with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 237 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly perceptible more room – 521 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs evident better – up to 1630 L, which is about 440 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq clearly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.
The Skoda Karoq proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
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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
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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
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 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
D, E, F
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.