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Ford Tourneo Connect vs Skoda Octavia Limousine – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Tourneo Connect or Skoda Octavia Limousine fits your lifestyle better.

Ford Tourneo Connect

Skoda Octavia Limousine

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

Tourneo Connect @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Limousine has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £, while the Ford Tourneo Connect costs 27300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3522 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Tourneo Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.30 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

Octavia Limousine @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Engine and Performance:

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 Skoda Octavia Limousine has a convincingly edge – offering 265 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Ford Tourneo Connect takes 10.10 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Limousine performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Tourneo Connect tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Limousine pulls barely noticeable stronger with 370 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

Tourneo Connect @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is to a small extent lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Tourneo Connect offers significantly more room – 1720 L compared to 600 L. That’s a difference of about 1120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Tourneo Connect performs decisively better – up to 3105 L, which is about 1550 L more than the Skoda Octavia Limousine.

When it comes to payload, Ford Tourneo Connect clearly perceptible takes the win – 818 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 273 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Tourneo Connect proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Tourneo Connect is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Ford Tourneo Connect
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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Tourneo Connect @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Ford Tourneo Connect

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 119 km

Ford Tourneo Connect

The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.

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Skoda Octavia Limousine

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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Ford Tourneo Connect
Skoda Octavia Limousine
Tourneo Connect @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center
Octavia Limousine @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
27300 - 41900 £
Price
23800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
116 - 119 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 164 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1781 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1537 kg
Trunk capacity
1213 - 1720 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4500 - 4868 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1833 mm
Height
1455 - 1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3105 L
Max trunk capacity
1555 L
Payload
563 - 818 kg
Payload
495 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
220 - 350 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Skoda
Is the Ford Tourneo Connect offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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