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Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG
Hatchback · Diesel · FWD
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Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid
Hatchback · Hybrid · FWD
Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG
Car A
Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG
The Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG prioritizes efficiency and everyday practicality, pairing a frugal diesel with a smooth automatic. It’s good value in its segment for commuting and family duties, rather than spirited driving.
5 seatsHatchbackDiesel5-star safety
Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid
Car B
Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid
A compact plug-in hybrid focused on efficiency and daily usability, offering up to 50 km electric range and a useful 443 L trunk. Best for budget-focused city and family duties; less suited to performance or cargo-heavy needs.
5 seatsHatchbackHybrid5-star safety1.6 L/100km141 hpHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatssimilar pricestep-up price

Usage fit

Family 65 / 67
City 65 / 66
Budget / value 71 / 75
Road trip 43 / 41
Performance 34 / 32
Cargo 26 / 24
Practical 55 / 59
Premium 21 / 22
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG · Orange = Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG

  • Efficient for its class at 4.2 L/100 km, lowering running costs
  • DSG automatic makes city driving and commuting easy
  • 467 L boot and five seats support family use and errands
  • At €23,000, it offers good value in its segment for a diesel automatic

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

  • 50 km electric range covers most city commutes and errands
  • Rated 1.6 combined consumption keeps running costs down and is efficient for its class
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 443 L trunk suits small families
  • At 25,900, it offers good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG if…
Lower entry price
Skoda Scala 1.6 TDI DSG starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid if…
More power
Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid puts out 141 hp vs 115 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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