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BMW Z4 vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Skoda Octavia Combi?

BMW Z4 vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

BMW Z4

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • significantly more trunk space

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

Z4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Combi is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

Engine and Performance:

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 Z4 offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Z4

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 Octavia Combi offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is moderately lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 144 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers significantly more boot space – 640 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 359 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries significantly more – 534 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 299 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi 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.

from £25,600
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
BMW Z4
Skoda Octavia Combi

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BMW Z4

The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.

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Skoda Octavia Combi

The 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.

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BMW Z4
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
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