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Kia K4 vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia K4 or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Kia K4 vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Kia K4

  • barely cheaper
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Skoda Octavia Combi

  • somewhat more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

K4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia K4 is barely cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 815 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is barely lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,415 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers marginally more boot space – 640 L compared to 604 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries somewhat more – 534 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi holds a decisive overall lead 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 £25,600
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Kia K4

Kia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.

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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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Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 161 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
4,698 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
435 - 455 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 - 228 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
Is the Kia K4 offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia K4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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