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Mercedes A Class vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison
Compare performance (421 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Skoda Octavia Limousine?
A Class
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 Octavia Limousine is markedly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,591 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
Octavia Limousine
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 Mercedes A Class offers visibly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is barely faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes A Class tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
A Class
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 Limousine is marginally lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers significantly more boot space – 600 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,555 L, about 430 L more than the Mercedes A Class.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class is decisively ahead 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 £32,600
Mercedes A Class
Mercedes A Class
Skoda Octavia Limousine
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Mercedes A Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Skoda Octavia Limousine
The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.
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Mercedes A Class
Skoda Octavia Limousine
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
25,000 - 41,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
111 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
600 L
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Length
4,428 mm
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Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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Height
1,423 mm
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Height
1,455 - 1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
495 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
116 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
225 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Torque
220 - 370 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
85 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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