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Skoda Octavia Combi vs VW Touran – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Skoda Octavia Combi or VW Touran fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the VW Touran costs 35400 £. That’s a price difference of around 10975 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Combi manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 265 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Touran tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Combi pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 370 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is somewhat lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1520 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers noticeable more room – 834 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs somewhat better – up to 1980 L, which is about 280 L more than the Skoda Octavia Combi.

When it comes to payload, VW Touran slightly takes the win – 601 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Octavia Combi proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Octavia Combi is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,400
Octavia Combi @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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

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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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Skoda Octavia Combi
VW Touran
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Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
24400 - 42300 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 - 157 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1366 - 1553 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
1829 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1455 - 1468 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
471 - 534 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.