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Skoda Scala vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 32800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Scala or VW Tiguan?

Skoda Scala

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Scala has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 11880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Tiguan has a convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs minimal better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Skoda Scala tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

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

Scala @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Scala is noticeable lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 400 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers distinct more room – 652 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – up to 1650 L, which is about 240 L more than the Skoda Scala.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan a bit takes the win – 533 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £32,800
Tiguan @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Scala
VW Tiguan

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Skoda Scala

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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VW Tiguan

3.3 (3 Reviews)
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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 Scala
VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 30700 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 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
114 - 126 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1199 - 1271 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4362 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1793 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1514 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1410 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
403 - 431 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
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 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
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.