The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec (15 - 17) vs. Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120 (13 - 17)
€ 18,000

€ 20,500

€ 18,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 20,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec is 6.1 inches shorter, 3.5 inches narrower and 0.4 inches taller than the Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
57.4
67.2
76.4
57.1
70.7
80.8
67.2 in
Width
70.7 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.8 in
57.4 in
Height
57.1 in
102.4
169.4
106.3
175.6
169.4 in
Length
175.6 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
2709 lb
Curb Weight
2822 lb
3724 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4001 lb

Weight Difference:
112 lb
3.97 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
NH
Generation
BM
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CUS*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
89 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
118 hp
at 6000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
89 hp
118 hp
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
155 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
170 lb‑ft
155 lb‑ft
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
114 mph
Maximum Speed
121 mph
12 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
548 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
407 ft
0.000 sec

Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
▶ REPLAY
30.44 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
23.92 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
30.44 lb/hp
23.92 lb/hp
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
Fuel Economy
69 mpg
combined
46 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
69 mpg
46 mpg
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
59 mpg
city
36 mpg
76 mpg
highway
55 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 gal
1005 mi
Range
621 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
1005 mi
621 mi
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
Environmental Impact
70 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).
96.6 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
70 kWh
96.6 kWh
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5 / Euro 6
143 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
192 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mazda 3 SKYACTIV-G 120
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1179 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.3 cu ft








39.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
35.8 cu ft