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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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Skoda Octavia Combi

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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially 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

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,806 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers barely more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Skoda Octavia Combi offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is substantially lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 990 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 610 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi holds a decisive overall lead 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 Sprinter Bus
Skoda Octavia Combi

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, 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
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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