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Lexus RC vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Skoda Superb Combi?

Lexus RC vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Superb Combi

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Superb Combi is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.6 L/100km.

Superb Combi

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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 199 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

RC

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.

Seats: Skoda Superb Combi offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is only slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers considerably more boot space – 690 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 324 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries very slightly more – 584 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi is far ahead overall 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 £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 128 - 137 km
Lexus RC
Skoda Superb Combi

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Lexus RC
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Skoda
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