The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI (13 - 15) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI S tronic DSG (06 - 08)
€ 15,200
€ 26,800
€ 15,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,800
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ slightly. The Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI is 0.7 inches longer, 2.3 inches narrower and 1.4 inches taller than the Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
57.4
67.2
76.4
56
69.5
78.5
67.2 in
Width
69.5 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.5 in
57.4 in
Height
56 in
102.4
169.4
101.5
168.7
169.4 in
Length
168.7 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
2535 lb
Curb Weight
3197 lb
3549 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4266 lb
Weight Difference:
661 lb
20.68 %
General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
NH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
*CBZ*
Engine Code
BYT, BZB, CDAA
2
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.2 L / 59 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
85 hp
at 4800 rpm
Power
158 hp
at 5000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
85 hp
158 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
118 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
118 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
112 mph
Maximum Speed
137 mph
11.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
364 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
▶ REPLAY
29.82 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.23 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
29.82 lb/hp
20.23 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Fuel Economy
46 mpg
combined
31 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
46 mpg
31 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
36 mpg
city
23 mpg
53 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
670 mi
Range
455 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
670 mi
455 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Environmental Impact
96.6 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
142.1 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
96.6 kWh
142.1 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
192 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
288 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1069 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.5 cu ft
39.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
31.1 cu ft
