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Mercedes S Class vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S Class or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mercedes S Class vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mercedes S Class

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Combi

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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:

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

Skoda Octavia Combi is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,442 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 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 Mercedes S Class offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 431 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S Class delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

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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 significantly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 799 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S Class carries somewhat more – 660 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S Class 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.

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S Class

Mercedes S Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 11 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 98 - 118 km
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Mercedes S Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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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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Reviews Skoda Octavia Combi

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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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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Mercedes S Class
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 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
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
50 - 252 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
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 660 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mercedes S Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes S Class is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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