The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec DSG (15 - 17) vs. Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY (15 - 18)
€ 19,700

€ 28,800

€ 19,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 28,800
ⓘ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 1.4 TDI Green tec is 0.2 inches longer, 2.9 inches narrower and an inch taller than the Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
57.4
67.2
76.4
56.4
70.1
79.6
67.2 in
Width
70.1 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
57.4 in
Height
56.4 in
102.4
169.4
106.3
169.3
169.4 in
Length
169.3 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
2756 lb
Curb Weight
3053 lb
3770 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4079 lb

Weight Difference:
298 lb
9.76 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
NH
Generation
W176
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 607
*CUS*
Engine Code
OM 607.951

4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.5 L / 73 cu in
89 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
108 hp
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
89 hp
108 hp
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
192 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
170 lb‑ft
192 lb‑ft
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
113 mph
Maximum Speed
118 mph
12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
571 ft
0.000 sec

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

Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
▶ REPLAY
30.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.27 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
30.97 lb/hp
28.27 lb/hp
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
Fuel Economy
65 mpg
combined
67 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
65 mpg
67 mpg
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
59 mpg
city
60 mpg
69 mpg
highway
74 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gal
949 mi
Range
710 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
949 mi
710 mi
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
Environmental Impact
74 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).
71.9 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
74 kWh
71.9 kWh
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
151 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
143 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1025 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.7 cu ft








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