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Skoda Fabia vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (16900 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or VW ID.4?

Skoda Fabia vs VW ID.4: Key differences

Skoda Fabia

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter

VW ID.4

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • convincingly more power
  • evident quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • evident more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17695 £.

ID.4

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.4 has a convincingly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 228 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 429 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is significantly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 832 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers evident more room – 543 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 163 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs distinct better – up to 1575 L, which is about 385 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 noticeable takes the win – 551 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 is far ahead 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.

Skoda Fabia
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km

Skoda Fabia

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 ID.4

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Skoda Fabia
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
16900 - 30500 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 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.

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.