Renault Twingo vs Skoda Fabia
Renault Twingo
Renault’s compact, agile rear-wheel-drive city car.
VS
Skoda Fabia
Skoda’s roomy, affordable supermini.
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Pick this one if…
Renault Twingo
Pick the Twingo for a very agile, compact city car with a unique rear-wheel-drive layout.
Best engine: The 0.9 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech Z.E. (electric).
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Pick this one if…
Skoda Fabia
Pick the Fabia for a roomy, economical and affordable supermini with a sweet 1.0 TSI.
Best engine: The 1.0 TSI 110 — the sweet spot of the range.
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Performance
0.9 TCe 90 · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol
| Renault Twingo | Skoda Fabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
90 hp
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110 hp
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| Torque |
135 Nm
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200 Nm
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| 0–100 km/h |
11,0 s
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9,9 s
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| Top speed |
165 km/h
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205 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
95,7 hp/t
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99,1 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
105 g/km
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113 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
4,5 L/100km
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4,9 L/100km
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Dimensions & space
| Renault Twingo | Skoda Fabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
219 L
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380 L
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| Boot (seats folded) |
980 L
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1.190 L
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| Wheelbase |
2,49 m
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2,56 m
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| Length |
3,62 m
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4,11 m
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| Width |
1,65 m
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1,78 m
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| Height |
1,54 m
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1,46 m
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| Seats |
4
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5
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Powertrain & tech
| Renault Twingo | Skoda Fabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | C (rear-engine) | PQ26 (MK3) · MQB-A0 (MK4) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.0 SCe · 0.9 TCe · 0.9 TCe GT · E-Tech Z.E. (EV) | 1.0 MPI/TSI petrol · 1.4 TDI diesel (MK3) |
| Fuel | Petrol · Electric | Petrol · Diesel |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual · EDC6 · Single-speed (EV) | 5/6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG automatic |
| Euro standard | Euro 6/6d · N/A (EV) | Euro 6 (MK3) · Euro 6d (MK4) |
| LEZ access | Euro 6/6d and the EV allowed in the LEZ | Euro 6 petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
Renault Twingo
- 0.9 TCe: timing chain at high mileage
- Electrical gremlins and keycard issues
- EV: 12V battery drain
Skoda Fabia
- 1.0 TSI: timing belt on interval
- Early MPI: oil consumption
- Electrical gremlins
Pros
Renault Twingo
- Very agile (rear-wheel drive)
- Compact and easy to park
- EV version available
Skoda Fabia
- Roomy boot for its class
- Affordable and economical
- Practical and reliable
Cons
Renault Twingo
- Small boot (188–219 L)
- Tight rear seat
Skoda Fabia
- Sparse base equipment
- Less refined driving feel
- MK3 infotainment dated
Driving experience
Renault Twingo
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Skoda Fabia
As a model line, the Fabia is a roomy, nimble supermini. The steering is light and the chassis controls imperfections neatly, keeping it composed in town and on twisty roads. The MK3 feels simpler, the MK4 more modern and mature, yet both are easy to drive. The TSI engines are smooth and economical. Expect no sportiness, but safe, predictable and affordable city motoring.
Compare specific generations
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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