Mercedes GLA vs Skoda Octavia Combi – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 Combi has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 14416 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.40 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

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 GLA has a evident edge – offering 421 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs barely noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Skoda Octavia Combi tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers evident more room – 640 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs somewhat better – up to 1700 L, which is about 270 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi slight takes the win – 534 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes GLA shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.