What drivetrain options does the Skoda Fabia have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

How much power does the Skoda Fabia deliver on the road?

The Skoda Fabia reaches a peak output of 177 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the Skoda Fabia use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 4.90 L.

What maximum speed does the Skoda Fabia reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 228 km/h.

How big is the Skoda Fabia overall?

Length 4108 mm, width 1780 mm, height 1459 mm – those are the dimensions of the Skoda Fabia.

Is the VW Taigo offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Taigo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the VW Taigo's engine?

The VW Taigo reaches a peak output of 150 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Taigo use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 5.30 L.

Skoda Fabia vs VW Taigo - Differences and prices compared

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

Fabia

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Fabia has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the VW Taigo costs 19900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3043 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

Taigo

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

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.

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 hardly perceptible lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1229 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Taigo offers to a small extent more room – 440 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Taigo slight takes the win – 457 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 16900 - 30500 £	Price 19900 - 31800 £
Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.6 L	Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 112 - 126 g/km	co2 120 - 132 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 -
Curb weight 1143 - 1278 kg	Curb weight 1229 - 1302 kg
Trunk capacity 380 L	Trunk capacity 440 L
Length 4108 - 4137 mm	Length -
Width 1780 mm	Width 1757 mm
Height 1458 - 1461 mm	Height -
Max trunk capacity 1190 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 402 - 437 kg	Payload 448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Petrol
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
Power HP 80 - 177 HP	Power HP 95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 15.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed 175 - 228 km/h	Max Speed -
Torque 93 - 250 Nm	Torque 175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 59 - 130 kW	Power kW 70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3	Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3