Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Skoda Scala's engine?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Skoda Scala use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5 L.

How big is the Skoda Scala overall?

The Skoda Scala measures 4362 mm long, 1793 mm wide and 1514 mm high.

What drive types are available for the Volvo XC40?

The Volvo XC40 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Volvo XC40's engine?

Up to 197 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo XC40 according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 6.50 L.

What maximum speed does the Volvo XC40 reach?

The Volvo XC40 reaches up to 180 km/h.

What are the Volvo XC40’s length, width and height?

The Volvo XC40 measures 4425 mm long, 1863 mm wide and 1652 mm high.

Skoda Scala vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

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

Scala

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Scala has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 15857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Scala manages with 5 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC40 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 197 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs somewhat better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC40 pulls somewhat stronger with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Scala

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 Scala is decisively lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 489 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers barely noticeable more room – 467 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs minimal better – up to 1410 L, which is about 82 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 a bit takes the win – 532 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Scala proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Scala is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 20900 - 30700 £	Price 36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L	Consumption L/100km 6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 114 - 126 g/km	co2 147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 50 L	Fuel tank capacity 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1199 - 1271 kg	Curb weight 1688 kg
Trunk capacity 467 L	Trunk capacity 452 L
Length 4362 mm	Length 4425 mm
Width 1793 mm	Width 1863 mm
Height 1514 mm	Height 1652 mm
Max trunk capacity 1410 L	Max trunk capacity 1328 L
Payload 403 - 431 kg	Payload 532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 95 - 150 HP	Power HP 163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.2 - 10.8 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed 192 - 221 km/h	Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 175 - 250 Nm	Torque 265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 70 - 110 kW	Power kW 120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3	Engine capacity 1969 cm3