Renault Twingo MK3 vs Skoda Fabia MK3
Renault Twingo
MK3 · 2014 – 2026
The third Twingo (MK3), an agile rear-wheel-drive city car.
Skoda Fabia
MK3 · 2014 – 2021
The third-generation Fabia (MK3), on the PQ26 platform.
Renault Twingo
Pick the Twingo for a very agile, compact city car with a unique rear-wheel-drive layout.
Skoda Fabia
Pick the MK3 for a roomy, affordable supermini with a sweet 1.0 TSI.
Performance
0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol
| Renault Twingo | Skoda Fabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
90 hp
|
110 hp
Winner
|
| Torque |
135 Nm
|
200 Nm
Winner
|
| 0–100 km/h |
11,0 s
|
9,8 s
Winner
|
| Top speed |
165 km/h
|
196 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
95,7 hp/t
|
100,0 hp/t
Winner
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
105 g/km
|
104 g/km
Winner
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,5 L/100km
|
4,5 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Renault Twingo | Skoda Fabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
219 L
|
330 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
980 L
|
1.160 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,49 m
Winner
|
2,47 m
|
| Length |
3,62 m
|
3,99 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
13,5 cm
|
| Turning circle |
8,6 m
Winner
|
10,6 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
—
|
1.100 kg
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Twingo | Skoda Fabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | C (rear-engine) | PQ26 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.0 SCe · 0.9 TCe · 0.9 TCe GT · E-Tech Z.E. | 1.0 MPI/TSI petrol · 1.4 TDI diesel |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual · EDC6 | 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 0.9 TCe: chain at high mileage
- Electrical gremlins and keycard issues
- EV: 12V battery drain
- 1.0 TSI: timing belt on interval
- Early MPI: oil consumption
- Electrical gremlins
Pros
- Very agile thanks to rear-wheel drive
- Compact and easy to park
- EV version (E-Tech Z.E.) available
- Roomy boot for its class
- Affordable and economical
- Practical and reliable
Cons
- Small boot (188–219 L)
- Tight rear seat
- Sparse base equipment
- Less refined driving feel
- Dated infotainment
Driving experience
Renault Twingo
Agile and easy to manoeuvre in town thanks to the tight turning circle and light steering. The rear-engine layout is largely neutral in normal driving. Ride quality is firmer than some rivals and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps. Steering is light and accurate enough for city use but lacks feel. The 1.0 SCe is quiet and adequate for urban speeds; the 0.9 TCe is more responsive once moving. Manual gearboxes are straightforward, while the EDC dual-clutch can show low-speed hesitation or judder. High-speed refinement is limited, with noticeable wind and road noise above 110 km/h. Overall a competent city car rather than a refined long-distance cruiser.
Skoda Fabia
Composed and secure for a city hatchback of its era, with light steering that suits urban and motorway driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, and body roll is present yet managed. Petrol engines deliver responsive low-end performance for daily use. It prioritises comfort and ease of use over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
