Audi A5 Sportback vs Skoda Superb Combi – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Superb Combi has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Superb Combi performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 134 km, about 24 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

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 Sportback 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 Sportback is distinct 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: the Audi A5 Sportback pulls distinct stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Skoda Superb Combi is slightly lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1920 L, which is about 621 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi minimal takes the win – 584 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

All in all, the Skoda Superb Combi shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.