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Skoda Scala vs VW Touran – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Skoda Scala meets VW Touran.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Skoda Scala

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Touran

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Scala @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 VW Touran costs 35400 £. That’s a price difference of around 14490 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Scala manages with 5 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Engine and Performance:

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

Both models deliver identical power – 150 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Scala is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8.20 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 221 km/h, while the VW Touran tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touran pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

Scala @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 noticeable lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1520 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers convincingly more room – 834 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 367 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1980 L, which is about 570 L more than the Skoda Scala.

When it comes to payload, VW Touran evident takes the win – 601 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Touran shows itself to be slightly ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Skoda Scala
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VW Touran

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.5 L

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 Touran

5 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Skoda Scala
VW Touran
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Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 30700 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 126 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1199 - 1271 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4362 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
1793 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1514 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1410 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
403 - 431 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

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