Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi vs Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 8.4 s Runner-up: 11.0 s
Power winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 160 hp Runner-up: 95 hp
Cargo winner Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi 395 L Runner-up: 380 L
Price winner Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection $21,500 Runner-up: $25,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi against the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.4 seconds, compared with 11.0 seconds for 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the higher listed output at 160 hp; 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection is rated at 95 hp, a difference of 65 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi at 253 Nm and 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection at 175 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection has the lower recorded consumption at 5.4 L/100km; 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is listed at 6.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 395 litres versus 380 litres, a difference of 15 litres. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is 202 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection has the lower listed starting price at $21,500, compared with $25,900 for 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi. 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi2025 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection2024
Performance
0-100 km/h8.4 s11.0 s
Top Speed210 km/h187 km/h
Power160 hp95 hp
Torque253 Nm175 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank50 L40 L
Efficiency6.6 L/100km5.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions150 g/km123 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,310 mm4,108 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm150 mm
Cargo395 L380 L
Curb Weight1,355 kg1,195 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$25,900$21,500

Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi vs Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.4 seconds, versus 11.0 seconds for 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 187 km/h (116 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has more power at 160 hp, a 65 hp advantage over 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi has more listed cargo space at 395 litres (13.9 cu ft), versus 380 litres (13.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi is heavier at 1,355 kg (2,987 lb), while 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection is listed at 1,195 kg (2,635 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $21,500 USD, compared with $25,900 USD for 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2025 Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDi leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.