Skoda Yeti vs Suzuki Ignis
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Skoda Yeti
$23,490 when new
RRP when new — this model is no longer sold new in Australia
SUV
Petrol
4 cylinder inline turbocharged engine with high pressure direct injection
77kW
6 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
321L
Suzuki Ignis
From $22,490
SUV
Petrol
Petrol
66kW
4.9 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
271L
Skoda Yeti: we're still completing kerb weight, ground clearance and turning circle.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The Skoda Yeti starts from $23,490 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki Ignis opens at $22,490. That makes the Suzuki Ignis the more affordable entry point by $1,000.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $25,839 and $24,739 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Suzuki Ignis by roughly $1,565 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Suzuki Ignis counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Skoda Yeti gets fabric upholstery while the Suzuki Ignis offers cloth.
Drivetrain
The Skoda Yeti uses a 4 cylinder inline turbocharged engine with high pressure direct injection producing 77kW and 175Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed manual to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.4 seconds.
The Suzuki Ignis responds with a Petrol making 66kW and 120Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.8 seconds.
The Skoda Yeti has the clear power advantage at 77kW vs 66kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Skoda Yeti is 1.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Skoda Yeti measures 4,223mm long on a 2,578mm wheelbase, 523mm longer than the Suzuki Ignis at 3,700mm (2,435mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Yeti generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 321L in the Skoda Yeti and 271L in the Suzuki Ignis, giving the Skoda Yeti a 50L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1485L vs 1101L.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
9.4m diameter
Excellent
Based on 9.4m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Excellent
Clears the U-turn in one swing
Needs about 8.3 m of road; you have 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.7 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,710/year for the Skoda Yeti and $1,397/year for the Suzuki Ignis. That is a $313 annual difference in favour of the Suzuki Ignis.
Warranty: 3 years / 999,999km (Skoda Yeti) vs 3 years / 100,000km (Suzuki Ignis). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Skoda Yeti if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Skoda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Suzuki Ignis if: You want the lower entry price, want lower running costs, or prefer Suzuki's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Skoda Yeti takes 3 of 5 key spec categories. The Suzuki Ignis will save you roughly $313 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Skoda Yeti has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Skoda Yeti and Suzuki Ignis?
The Suzuki Ignis is the cheapest at $22,490 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Skoda Yeti by $1,000.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Suzuki Ignis uses the least fuel at 4.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Skoda Yeti and Suzuki Ignis carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which has the most boot space?
The Skoda Yeti has the largest boot at 321L.
Which can tow the most?
The Skoda Yeti has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,200kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Skoda Yeti makes the most power at 77kW. The Skoda Yeti is quickest to 100km/h in 11.4s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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