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New Skoda Fabia vs used Volkswagen T-Roc: verdict
The Fabia is a great small car, but for similar money, you could pick up a used T-Roc SUV. So, which is the better buy?...
Our verdict
With its spacious interior, hushed road manners and supple ride, the Skoda Fabia continues to prove itself one of the best small cars on sale and a great buy.
However, the Volkswagen T-Roc feels the more premium buy and thoroughly so – enough to compensate for it being a two-year-old used car. It has a plusher interior, a richer kit list and a better driving experience. On top of that, it'll lose less money in depreciation than the Fabia over the next few years. It's the option we'd go for.
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1st – Volkswagen T-Roc
For Bigger boot; more quiet and comfortable; more composed handling; more kit; higher quality interior
Against Slightly more expensive to run day-to-day
What Car? says 5 stars out of 5
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2nd – Skoda Fabia
For More interior space for four people; better on fuel; cheaper monthly PCP payments
Against Interior looks and feels cheap; standard kit is sparse, with few options to add
What Car? says 4 stars out of 5
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Specifications: Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 SE Comfort
Engine 3cyl, 999cc, turbo, petrol,
Power 94bhp
Torque 129Ib ft
Gearbox 5-spd manual
0-60mph 10.7sec
Top speed 119mph
True MPG 45.7mpg
Official fuel economy 55.4mpg
CO2 emissions 117g/km
Specifications: Volkswagen T-Roc 1.0 TSI 110 Life
Engine 3cyl, 999cc, turbo, petrol,
Power 109bhp
Torque 147Ib ft
Gearbox 6-spd manual
0-60mph 11.0sec
Top speed 115mph
True MPG 44.7mpg
Official fuel economy 47.1mpg
CO2 emissions 136g/km
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