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Skoda Octavia Combi vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Skoda Octavia Combi vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Octavia Combi

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Combi is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,059 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

CLA Coupe

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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Octavia Combi

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 clearly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries somewhat more – 534 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is decisively ahead 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 £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Skoda Octavia Combi
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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 CLA Coupe

The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 534 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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