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Skoda Fabia vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or Toyota Corolla?

Skoda Fabia vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • moderately more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Fabia

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Fabia is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers marginally more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

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 clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers only slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries very slightly more – 450 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia stands out in the key areas 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
Skoda Fabia
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Skoda Fabia
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Toyota
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