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Skoda Fabia vs Volvo XC40 comparison
Compare performance (177 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or Volvo XC40?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,457 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
XC40
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 Volvo XC40 offers slightly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Fabia is visibly faster – reaching 228 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
Fabia
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers slightly more boot space – 452 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC40 offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,328 L, about 138 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries a bit more – 532 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Skoda Fabia holds a decisive overall lead 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
Skoda Fabia
Skoda Fabia
Volvo XC40
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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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Volvo XC40
The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.
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Skoda Fabia
Volvo XC40
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
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Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 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
-
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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
147 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 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
1,143 - 1,278 kg
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Curb weight
1,688 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4,108 - 4,137 mm
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Length
4,425 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
1,863 mm
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Height
1,458 - 1,459 mm
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Height
1,652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,190 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Volvo
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