Compare performance (727 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (52500 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Skoda Octavia Combi?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Octavia Combi has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28122 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 5 Series Touring manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Touring has a clearly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 462 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls decisively stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly perceptible lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1850 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers slightly more room – 640 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
Maximum load volume is the same – both hold up to 1700 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring to a small extent takes the win – 620 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Touring is decisively 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.
The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
52500 - 125500 £
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Price
24400 - 42300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
66 - 98 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1850 - 2550 kg
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Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Length
4698 - 4709 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1515 - 1516 mm
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Height
1455 - 1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
471 - 534 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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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
116 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
220 - 370 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
85 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Skoda
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The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.