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CUPRA Terramar vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

CUPRA Terramar vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally 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

Terramar

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the CUPRA Terramar costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,440 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Terramar uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Octavia Limousine

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 CUPRA Terramar offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Terramar is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Terramar delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Terramar

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.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is markedly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,638 kg. The difference is around 287 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers marginally more boot space – 600 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 542 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Terramar 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.

from £41,400
Terramar

CUPRA Terramar

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 km
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CUPRA Terramar

The CUPRA Terramar blends the brand’s sporty DNA with the practicality of a compact crossover, offering striking design and a driver-focused, premium-feeling cabin. It’s aimed at buyers who want engaging handling and athletic looks without giving up everyday usability and modern connectivity.

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Reviews CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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David Burrell
21 Jan 2026, 22:24:34

Had a Terramar for nearly 12 months and it’s proven a great choice. Love the driving experience and that fact it’s less common than Tiguan/Q3 cousins. V2 spec gives you so much kit you don’t need any extras.

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Rafał
13 Jan 2026, 21:59:07

A better-equipped version of a car that's technically very similar to the Q3, offered at a more attractive price.

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The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 50,600 £
Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,869 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
503 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Skoda
Is the CUPRA Terramar offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Terramar is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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