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Renault Espace vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Renault Espace vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more trunk space
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

Espace

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Octavia Combi is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,965 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers marginally more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Espace

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: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is visibly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers barely more boot space – 692 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries very slightly more – 581 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 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
Renault Espace
Skoda Octavia Combi

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Dimensions and Body

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Renault Espace

The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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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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Renault Espace
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Skoda
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