Skoda Fabia III vs Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Skoda Fabia III

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Hatchback · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Skoda Fabia III

A compact, city-focused 5-seater that prioritizes efficiency and everyday practicality. With 110 hp, 10.4 s to 100 km/h, and a 330 L trunk, it delivers good value in its segment for routine commuting and small-family duties.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety110 hp

Car B

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

The Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi is a city-focused compact that delivers standout efficiency with adequate everyday performance. It suits value-focused drivers who want five seats and usable cargo space without moving up a size.

5 seatsHatchbackDiesel5-star safety3.5 L/100km

Why compared better on fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 62 / 61

City 75 / 78

Budget / value 72 / 75

Road trip 30 / 27

Performance 32 / 31

Cargo 18 / 16

Practical 52 / 53

Premium 14 / 14

Winter 20 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Fabia III · Orange = Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Fabia III Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

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Pros & cons

Skoda Fabia III

Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km combined
Well suited to city driving as its primary use case
Five seats and a 330 L trunk cover daily needs
Good value in its segment around the 20000 price point
Not aimed at premium-seeking buyers
Limited space for cargo-heavy use
Performance is modest if you want quick acceleration
Front-wheel drive only if you require AWD

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Exceptional fuel economy (3.5 combined) keeps running costs low
Good value in its segment at around the 20000 price point
Well-suited to city driving with predictable FWD traction
Practical for a small family: 5 seats and a 292 L trunk
Modest acceleration (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s) won’t satisfy performance seekers
292 L cargo area limits cargo-heavy use
Not positioned as a premium choice
Front-wheel drive only; no AWD option for challenging conditions

Verdict

Pick Skoda Fabia III if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Skoda Fabia III is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi if…

Performance & capability

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Skoda Fabia III

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Verdict

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