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Skoda Octavia Combi vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or Volvo XC60?

Skoda Octavia Combi vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Volvo XC60

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

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,614 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 339 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is markedly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 534 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 157 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries very slightly more – 550 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 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.

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XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
Skoda Octavia Combi
Volvo XC60

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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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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
471 - 534 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

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