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Skoda Fabia vs VW Caddy Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (177 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (16900 £ vs 25800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Skoda Fabia

VW Caddy Compact Van

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the VW Caddy Compact Van costs 25800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8944 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

Caddy Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

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 Fabia has a to a small extent edge – offering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs to a small extent better – reaching 228 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy Compact Van pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

Fabia

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Skoda Fabia offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1442 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2510 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van significantly takes the win – 759 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 322 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Caddy Compact Van proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Caddy Compact Van is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km
Skoda Fabia
VW Caddy Compact Van

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Skoda Fabia
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
16900 - 30500 £
Price
25800 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Height
1819 - 1823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Fabia have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.