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Skoda Octavia Combi vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or Subaru Outback?

Skoda Octavia Combi vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Subaru Outback

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers moderately more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 108 Nm more.

Octavia Combi

Space and Everyday Use:

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 markedly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers slightly more boot space – 640 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries only slightly more – 557 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi holds a decisive overall lead 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
Skoda Octavia Combi
Subaru Outback

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
193 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
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4,698 mm
Length
-
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 534 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
203 - 228 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Subaru
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