Compare performance (265 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 35,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or CUPRA Formentor?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Octavia Combi is visibly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,664 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.
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 CUPRA Formentor offers clearly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers markedly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
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 marginally lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 195 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries marginally more – 534 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor 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.
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.
detailsWith coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
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Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
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Length
4,451 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
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Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
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Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
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Payload
471 - 534 kg
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 265 HP
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Power HP
150 - 390 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Torque
220 - 370 Nm
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Power kW
85 - 195 kW
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
CUPRA
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