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Mercedes B Class vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison
Compare performance (238 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Skoda Octavia Combi?
B Class
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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,552 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes B Class uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 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 a bit more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 6.5 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes B Class tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
B 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 Combi is barely lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 260 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries only slightly more – 550 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes B Class leads convincingly 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 £33,100
Mercedes B Class
Mercedes B Class
Skoda Octavia Combi
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Mercedes B Class
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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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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Mercedes B Class
Skoda Octavia Combi
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
83 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
56 - 156 g/km
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co2
113 - 157 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
MPV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1,405 - 1,745 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
4,419 mm
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Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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Height
1,562 mm
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Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Payload
471 - 534 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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 - 238 HP
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Power HP
116 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
223 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Torque
200 - 450 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 - 175 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, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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