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Skoda Octavia Limousine vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (265 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (23800 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Limousine or VW Arteon?

Skoda Octavia Limousine

VW Arteon

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

Octavia Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Limousine has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19461 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Limousine manages with 4.30 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Arteon

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 VW Arteon has a to a small extent edge – offering 320 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Arteon pulls to a small extent stronger with 420 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Octavia Limousine

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 Limousine is slightly lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers barely noticeable more room – 600 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1632 L, which is about 77 L more than the Skoda Octavia Limousine.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon hardly perceptible takes the win – 569 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine comes out modestly ahead 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.

Skoda Octavia Limousine
VW Arteon

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Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • 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 : 4.3 - 6.8 L

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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VW Arteon

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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Skoda Octavia Limousine
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
23800 - 41700 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
111 - 154 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1537 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
600 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1829 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1455 - 1470 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1555 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
495 - 545 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
Is the Skoda Octavia Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.