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.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Fabia is barely faster – reaching 228 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
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.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 296 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries somewhat more – 533 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 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 calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.
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
19.7 kWh
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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
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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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
4,108 - 4,137 mm
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Length
4,539 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
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Height
1,458 - 1,459 mm
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Height
1,658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,190 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 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
Manuel, 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 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
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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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