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Skoda Fabia vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (177 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (16900 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or VW Tiguan?

Skoda Fabia

VW Tiguan

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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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 VW Tiguan has a evident edge – offering 272 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs minimal better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Skoda Fabia tops out at 228 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is distinct lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers convincingly more room – 652 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs evident better – up to 1650 L, which is about 460 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan somewhat takes the win – 533 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Skoda Fabia
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km

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 Tiguan

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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Skoda Fabia
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
16900 - 30500 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
112 - 126 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
380 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
402 - 437 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, 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.