Compare performance (177 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or VW Tiguan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Fabia is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,273 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.
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 Tiguan offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is visibly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers substantially more boot space – 652 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries markedly more – 556 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.
The VW Tiguan 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.
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 VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
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Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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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
118 - 126 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
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
499 - 556 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 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
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
VW
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