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Skoda Fabia vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or VW ID.3?

Skoda Fabia vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Fabia

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Fabia is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 31,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,006 £.

ID.3

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 VW ID.3 offers considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers significantly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

Fabia

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is significantly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 644 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers barely more boot space – 385 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £31,300
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 591 km
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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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Reviews Skoda Fabia

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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Price
31,300 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
383 - 591 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,108 - 4,137 mm
Length
-
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
1,458 - 1,459 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,190 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
437 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Fabia have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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