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Peugeot 208 vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Peugeot 208 vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Peugeot 208

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 208 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,595 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers substantially more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers markedly more torque with 370 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

208

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is somewhat lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers substantially more boot space – 640 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 288 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 537 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries a bit more – 534 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 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 : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Reviews Peugeot 208

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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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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Peugeot 208
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,055 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,430 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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