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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Sedan

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.

Mazda 3 Sedan is barely cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers barely more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 18 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 Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is only slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries very slightly more – 534 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 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
Mazda 3 Sedan
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda 3 Sedan

The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.

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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.

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Mazda 3 Sedan
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
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