Compare performance (265 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or VW ID.5?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Skoda Octavia Combi is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,254 £.
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 VW ID.5 offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm more.
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 clearly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,963 kg. The difference is around 597 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers slightly more boot space – 640 L compared to 549 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers barely more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 139 L more than the VW ID.5.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries very slightly more – 549 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The VW ID.5 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.
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.
detailsVW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
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Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
113 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
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Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
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Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
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Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
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Payload
471 - 534 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 265 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
220 - 370 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 195 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
VW
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