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Skoda Octavia Combi vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (25,600 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Combi or VW Passat?

Skoda Octavia Combi vs VW Passat: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit lighter

VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Octavia Combi is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

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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 VW Passat offers marginally more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers marginally more boot space – 690 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Passat offers barely more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 70 L more than the Skoda Octavia Combi.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries only slightly more – 577 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat 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.

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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
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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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Reviews Skoda Octavia Combi

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Length
4,917 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Height
1,521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Payload
471 - 534 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
Is the Skoda Octavia Combi offered with different drivetrains?

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

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