Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life vs Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection 11.0 s Runner-up: 11.2 s
Power winner Tie 95 hp Same value
Cargo winner Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection 380 L Runner-up: 351 L
Price winner Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection $21,500 Runner-up: $22,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life 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

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 11.0 seconds, compared with 11.2 seconds for 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life. Their listed outputs are also identical at 95 hp. Both specifications list 175 Nm of torque. 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; 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life is listed at 5.6 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

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 380 litres versus 351 litres, a difference of 29 litres. 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection is 34 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 $22,800 for 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life. 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection2024
Performance
0-100 km/h11.2 s11.0 s
Top Speed187 km/h187 km/h
Power95 hp95 hp
Torque175 Nm175 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank40 L40 L
Efficiency5.6 L/100km5.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions127 g/km123 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,074 mm4,108 mm
Ground Clearance150 mm150 mm
Cargo351 L380 L
Curb Weight1,195 kg1,195 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$22,800$21,500

Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life vs Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 11.0 seconds, versus 11.2 seconds for 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 187 km/h, approximately 116 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

Both specifications are listed at 95 hp.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection has more listed cargo space at 380 litres (13.4 cu ft), versus 351 litres (12.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

Both cars have the same listed curb weight of 1,195 kg (2,635 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life 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 $22,800 USD for 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life or the 2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection?

2024 Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 Selection 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.