Compare performance (238 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Skoda Octavia Limousine?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Octavia Limousine is visibly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,152 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Limousine uses 4.3 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
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 B Class offers moderately more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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 Limousine is only slightly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers noticeably more boot space – 600 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries barely more – 550 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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co2
111 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
600 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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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
515 - 550 kg
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Payload
503 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 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 - 150 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
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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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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