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Skoda Superb Combi vs VW Golf Variant – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Superb Combi or VW Golf Variant?

Skoda Superb Combi

VW Golf Variant

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Golf Variant has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9090 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Combi manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 3.90 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 VW Golf Variant has a noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

Superb Combi @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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, VW Golf Variant is somewhat lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers to a small extent more room – 690 L compared to 611 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi performs slightly better – up to 1920 L, which is about 278 L more than the VW Golf Variant.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi hardly perceptible takes the win – 584 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Skoda Superb Combi
VW Golf Variant

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Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 134 km

Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Skoda Superb Combi
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 51000 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 134 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
8 - 178 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4902 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1849 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1482 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
497 - 584 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

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

The Skoda Superb 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.

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