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Audi A5 Avant vs Skoda Superb Combi - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (40200 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Skoda Superb Combi?

Audi A5 Avant

Skoda Superb Combi

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Avant

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 Superb Combi has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the Audi A5 Avant costs 40200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4929 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Combi manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi A5 Avant with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi performs noticeable better – achieving up to 137 km, about 29 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.

Superb Combi

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Avant has a distinct edge – offering 367 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Avant pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

A5 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Skoda Superb Combi offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is a bit lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1785 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers noticeable more room – 690 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi performs distinct better – up to 1920 L, which is about 496 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi minimal takes the win – 584 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Superb Combi shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £35,200
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 km
Audi A5 Avant
Skoda Superb Combi

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Audi A5 Avant

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Audi A5 Avant
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
40200 - 70000 £
Price
35200 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
104 - 108 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4902 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1444 - 1460 mm
Height
1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
Max trunk capacity
1920 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Audi A5 Avant?

The Audi A5 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.