Car A
Skoda Roomster 1.4
The Skoda Roomster 1.4 focuses on everyday practicality and efficient running for city and small-family use. Its modest performance and 400 L boot make it a sensible, good-value choice in its segment.
Skoda Roomster 1.4
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Car B
Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG
Efficient and practical, the Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG pairs a frugal 5 l/100 km with a spacious 467-liter trunk. Sensible performance and the convenience of a dual-clutch automatic make it a solid fit for city use and growing families.
Why compared
same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price
Usage fit
Family
55
/
67
City
61
/
63
Budget / value
65
/
72
Road trip
35
/
43
Performance
30
/
31
Cargo
22
/
26
Practical
49
/
55
Premium
17
/
21
Winter
22
/
26
Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Roomster 1.4 · Orange = Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Skoda Roomster 1.4
Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Skoda Roomster 1.4
- Efficient for its class with 6.5 l/100 km combined consumption
- Practical 5-seat layout and 400 L trunk suit small families
- Easy to drive in the city with relaxed 0–100 km/h in 11.2 s
- Priced around 22000, offering good value in its segment
- 75 hp limits overtaking and high-speed punch
- Top speed of 170 km/h may not suit frequent fast motorway cruising
- 400 L boot is fine for daily needs but not for cargo-heavy use
- Not aimed at premium-seeking buyers
Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG
- Efficient for its class (5 l/100 km) to keep running costs low.
- 467-liter trunk and 5 seats support everyday family needs.
- DSG dual-clutch automatic makes stop-start city driving easier.
- Balanced performance (0-100 km/h in 9.5 s) works for city and highway.
- Front-wheel drive only; not for buyers wanting all-wheel drive.
- 115 hp output may feel modest for performance-focused drivers.
- Not positioned for premium features or finishes.
- Very bulky cargo may exceed the trunk despite its size.
Verdict
Pick Skoda Roomster 1.4 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Skoda Roomster 1.4 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG if…
More power
Skoda Scala 1.0 TSI DSG puts out 115 hp vs 75 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.