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Kia Sportage vs Skoda Octavia Combi - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Octavia Combi

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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Octavia Combi has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5742 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

Octavia Combi

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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 265 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

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

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls somewhat stronger with 370 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is to a small extent lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers slight more room – 640 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1776 L, which is about 76 L more than the Skoda Octavia Combi.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage barely noticeable takes the win – 580 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Kia Sportage
Skoda Octavia Combi

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Octavia Combi

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 Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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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 Sportage
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
24400 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 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
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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 - 239 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 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

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

The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.