The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI (17 - 18) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI Tiptronic (04 - 06)
€ 18,300

€ 25,700

€ 18,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,700
ⓘ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 1.4 TDI is 0.7 inches longer, 2.3 inches narrower and 1.4 inches taller than the Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
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 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
2732 lb
Curb Weight
3131 lb
3746 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4200 lb

Weight Difference:
399 lb
12.75 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
NH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CUS*
Engine Code
AXW, BLR, BLX, BVY
4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
89 hp
at 3000 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 6000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
89 hp
148 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
148 lb‑ft
at 3500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
170 lb‑ft
148 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
114 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
11.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
528 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
443 ft
0.000 sec

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
▶ REPLAY
30.7 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
21.16 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
30.7 lb/hp
21.16 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Fuel Economy
59 mpg
combined
29 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
59 mpg
29 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
52 mpg
city
20 mpg
65 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
854 mi
Range
422 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
854 mi
422 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Environmental Impact
82.2 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).
153.5 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
82.2 kWh
153.5 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
167 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
312 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
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