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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Skoda Octavia Combi – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

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.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £, while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 24400 £. That’s a price difference of around 86 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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

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 Skoda Octavia Combi has a clearly edge – offering 265 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls distinct stronger with 370 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm difference.

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

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, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is slight lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers hardly perceptible more room – 640 L compared to 625 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs barely noticeable better – up to 1700 L, which is about 6 L more than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi slight takes the win – 534 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £24,400
Octavia Combi @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a versatile estate car that combines practicality with a touch of elegance. It offers a spacious interior, making it ideal for families or those with an active lifestyle. The vehicle's sleek design and advanced features make it a strong contender in the competitive estate car market.

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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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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Skoda Octavia Combi
Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation
Octavia Combi @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
Is the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-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.