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Mercedes GLA vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mercedes GLA vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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

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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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,259 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLA offers considerably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

GLA

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 slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries very slightly more – 534 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLA stands well ahead of its rival 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 £38,800
GLA

Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 74 km
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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA is a compact luxury crossover that brings Mercedes-Benz's refined design and premium cabin materials into a practical, city-friendly package. It combines comfortable ride quality and intuitive tech with poised handling, making it a confident choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.

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Reviews Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Lucien
1 May 2026, 07:12:24

GLA 180 petrol. Ideal for city and highway. Very smooth and quiet. The automatic gearbox is a delight. Average consumption 6.2 L/100 km. Special edition 180 Cyber Edition, leather seats....

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Gutter
24 Feb 2026, 21:53:27

Super nimble, very impressive power from this 1,300cc mild‑hybrid engine — in town, on the road and on the motorway for this 2025 GLA 180 Style AMG... premium interior!

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Serge
16 Jan 2026, 16:09:11

You have to compare like with like — the GLA should be compared to the Q3, not the Q2 as in your study!

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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.

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Reviews Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Roberto
25 May 2026, 05:05:18

Una gran elección para autopista

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Roberto
25 May 2026, 04:58:36

Tiene mucho más espacio por menos dinero

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Andrzej
12 May 2026, 15:17:48

Great car with a dynamic 1.5 engine and a 7-speed automatic; a downside is the electronics, which often shut off—terrible when reversing!!! It could also have a bigger tank because it averages 7 liters and at most 700 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Width
1,829 mm
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
480 - 500 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mercedes GLA offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLA is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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