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Skoda Octavia Limousine vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Limousine or Hongqi HS5?

Skoda Octavia Limousine vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hongqi HS5

  • only slightly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Octavia Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Hongqi HS5 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,018 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Limousine uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hongqi HS5 with 9.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

HS5

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 Hongqi HS5 offers only slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Limousine delivers only slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Octavia Limousine

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 Limousine is markedly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers significantly more boot space – 600 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 600 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine 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 £25,000
Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • 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 : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Skoda Octavia Limousine
Hongqi HS5

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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Hongqi HS5

The Hongqi HS5 exudes a sense of luxury and sophistication, combining elegant design with a comfortable and high-quality interior. As part of Hongqi's pursuit of excellence, this SUV offers a refined driving experience characterized by smooth handling and advanced technology features. With its striking presence on the road, the Hongqi HS5 makes an undeniable statement of style and prestige.

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Skoda Octavia Limousine
Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
111 - 154 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
600 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
-
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
503 - 545 kg
Payload
450 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
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Hongqi
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