Compare performance (177 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (16900 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or Volvo XC60?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Fabia has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32314 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.10 L 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 Volvo XC60 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs distinct better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 459 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is significantly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 757 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers clearly perceptible more room – 483 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs evident better – up to 1543 L, which is about 353 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 clearly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.
The Volvo XC60 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.
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 Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 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
74 - 82 km
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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
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Height
1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Max trunk capacity
1543 L
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 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
350 - 709 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
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 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
F, B
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Volvo
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.