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Mercedes T Class vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mercedes T Class vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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

T Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes T Class is slightly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,610 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

T Class

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 moderately lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries somewhat more – 630 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly superior overall 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
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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Reviews Mercedes T Class

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Derek Woolfson
20 May 2026, 17:10:55

Better all around

Skoda Octavia Combi

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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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Mercedes T Class
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 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
135 - 167 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
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 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
1,859 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
521 - 630 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

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

The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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