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Skoda Scala vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Scala or SsangYong Tivoli?

Skoda Scala vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • only slightly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Scala

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SsangYong Tivoli is only slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Skoda Scala costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Scala uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 SsangYong Tivoli offers barely more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Tivoli delivers somewhat more torque with 280 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Scala

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is slightly lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,375 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers noticeably more boot space – 720 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 253 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Tivoli carries only slightly more – 455 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Scala is slightly ahead 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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Scala

Skoda Scala

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 126 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
-
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
403 - 431 kg
Payload
425 - 455 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
SsangYong
Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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