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Honda Civic vs Skoda Octavia Combi – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Honda Civic or Skoda Octavia Combi fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Combi has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8065 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Skoda Octavia Combi has a noticeable edge – offering 265 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls slightly stronger with 370 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

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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 Combi is to a small extent lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers evident more room – 640 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs noticeable better – up to 1700 L, which is about 480 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi noticeable takes the win – 534 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Octavia Combi proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Octavia Combi is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,400
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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
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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Honda
Brand
Skoda

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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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