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Mazda CX-5 vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Skoda Superb Combi?

Mazda CX-5 vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
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Skoda Superb Combi

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 36,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.8 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 Skoda Superb Combi offers considerably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Superb Combi delivers substantially more torque with 400 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

CX-5

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 Superb Combi is marginally lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers visibly more boot space – 690 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 224 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries very slightly more – 601 kg compared to 584 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb 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 £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin 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
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Reviews Mazda CX-5

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Marc Adriaans
4 Jun 2026, 13:04:31

I've been driving Mazdas for about ten years now without problems and with a lot of enjoyment. The last 3.5 years in a CX‑5. A really nice, smooth car that can tow quite a bit too, although I wouldn't recommend doing that with the FWD because it lacks grip on the front axle — so if you fit a towbar always choose the AWD. The only downside I can think of, after long consideration, is... nothing 🤔

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25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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5 May 2026, 13:48:25

You get so incredibly much more equipment in a Skoda.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 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
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co2
157 - 169 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
566 - 601 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
238 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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