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Audi A3 Sportback vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison
Compare performance (400 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Skoda Octavia Combi?
Audi A3 Sportback vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Skoda Octavia Combi is marginally cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,423 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.
Octavia Combi
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback offers considerably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Sportback delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
A3 Sportback
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is marginally lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries slightly more – 534 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Sportback holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Audi A3 Sportback
Skoda Octavia Combi
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Audi A3 Sportback
The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.
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Skoda Octavia Combi
The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Skoda Octavia Combi
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
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Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
502 - 534 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Skoda
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