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Skoda Superb Combi vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (36,100 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Superb Combi or VW Passat?

Skoda Superb Combi vs VW Passat: Key differences

Skoda Superb Combi

  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Passat

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  • marginally more power
  • very slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Superb Combi

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 Superb Combi is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 377 £.

Both cars consume an average of 1.2 L/100km – no difference here.

As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi offers marginally more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 2 km more than the VW Passat.

Passat

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 Passat offers marginally more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Passat is only slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Superb Combi tops out at 232 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

Superb Combi

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 terms of curb weight, VW Passat is very slightly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 690 L of storage.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,920 L, about 150 L more than the VW Passat.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries very slightly more – 584 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi is barely 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.

from £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 km
Skoda Superb Combi
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Passat

The 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.

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Skoda Superb Combi
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
28 - 178 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,902 mm
Length
4,917 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,482 mm
Height
1,521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,920 L
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Payload
497 - 584 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
232 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
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