VS

Mercedes C Class Estate vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Estate or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mercedes C Class Estate vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
details

Skoda Octavia Combi

3.9 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
details

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

C Class Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Combi is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Estate costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,023 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Estate with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers visibly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Estate is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Estate delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

C Class Estate

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is visibly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 389 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries barely more – 565 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi has only a minor advantage 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
Mercedes C Class Estate
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Mercedes C Class Estate

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

details

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.

details
Mercedes C Class Estate
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
123 - 157 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 565 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.