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Skoda Octavia Combi vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (24400 £ vs 40700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or NIO ET5 Wagon?

Skoda Octavia Combi vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • convincingly cheaper
  • decisively lighter
  • distinct more trunk space

NIO ET5 Wagon

  • decisively more power
  • decisively quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Octavia Combi

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Octavia Combi has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16294 £.

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 NIO ET5 Wagon has a decisively edge – offering 490 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO ET5 Wagon tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: NIO ET5 Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.

Octavia Combi

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 curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is decisively lighter – 1366 kg compared to 2265 kg. The difference is around 899 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers distinct more room – 640 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1700 L, which is about 400 L more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Combi a bit takes the win – 534 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon 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.

Skoda Octavia Combi
NIO ET5 Wagon

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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.3 - 19.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 435 - 560 km

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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NIO ET5 Wagon

The NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
24400 - 42300 £
Price
40700 - 58700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Curb weight
2265 - 2285 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Length
4790 mm
Width
1829 mm
Width
1960 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Height
1499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
471 - 534 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
NIO
Is the Skoda Octavia Combi offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.