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Skoda Octavia Combi vs Renault Clio comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or Renault Clio?

Skoda Octavia Combi vs Renault Clio: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

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

Octavia Combi

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Clio is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,520 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Clio uses 4.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Clio

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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

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

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers considerably more torque with 370 Nm compared to 190 Nm. That’s about 180 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, Renault Clio is somewhat lighter – 1,202 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 164 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers significantly more boot space – 640 L compared to 327 L. That’s a difference of about 313 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 524 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries slightly more – 534 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is far ahead 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 : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Skoda Octavia Combi
Renault Clio

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
Renault Clio

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Price
17,100 - 23,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
92 - 115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Curb weight
1,202 - 1,316 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 327 L
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Length
4,116 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,768 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Height
1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,094 - 1,176 L
Payload
471 - 534 kg
Payload
453 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Torque
190 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Renault
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