Compare performance (265 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (23800 £ vs 36500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Limousine or VW Passat?
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 Passat costs 36500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12642 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.30 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 272 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls slight stronger with 400 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is to a small extent lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers slightly more room – 690 L compared to 600 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs to a small extent better – up to 1920 L, which is about 365 L more than the Skoda Octavia Limousine.
When it comes to payload, VW Passat barely noticeable takes the win – 577 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.
The VW Passat proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23800 - 41700 £
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Price
36500 - 58500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
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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
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
111 - 154 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1351 - 1537 kg
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Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
600 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4698 - 4709 mm
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Length
4917 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1455 - 1470 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1555 L
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Payload
495 - 545 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 265 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Torque
220 - 370 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 195 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include 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.