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Hyundai Tucson vs Skoda Octavia Combi – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Skoda Octavia Combi?

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

Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Octavia Combi has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Hyundai Tucson costs 30600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6214 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.40 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

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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 Combi has a barely noticeable edge – offering 265 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 379 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.

Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is slightly lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers barely noticeable more room – 640 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs minimal better – up to 1799 L, which is about 99 L more than the Skoda Octavia Combi.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £30,600
Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 64 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
Skoda Octavia Combi
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Octavia Combi @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
30600 - 46300 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 172 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
523 - 545 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, 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
136 - 252 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

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.