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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Skoda Superb Combi?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Superb Combi

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  • slightly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Superb Combi is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Saloon with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 36 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

Superb 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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,575 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers visibly more boot space – 690 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries a bit more – 584 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi is narrowly ahead 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.

from £36,100
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/100km
  • Electric Range 128 - 137 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Skoda Superb Combi

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,849 mm
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
405 - 495 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
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