Compare performance (727 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Skoda Superb Combi?
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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,343 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 32 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
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 BMW 5 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 462 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably 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 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm more.
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.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers noticeably more boot space – 690 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 584 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall 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.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
detailsThe 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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Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
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Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
28 - 178 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
Sedan
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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
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,849 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
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
497 - 584 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Skoda
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