The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec DSG (15 - 17) vs. Mercedes A 220 CDI 4MATIC 7G-DCT (14 - 15)
€ 19,700
€ 36,700
€ 19,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 36,700
ⓘ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 Green tec is 0.5 inches longer, 2.9 inches narrower and an inch taller than the Mercedes A 220 CDI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
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
169.4 in
Length
169 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
2756 lb
Curb Weight
3406 lb
3770 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4542 lb
Weight Difference:
650 lb
19.08 %
General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
NH
Generation
W176
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 651
*CUS*
Engine Code
OM 651.930

4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2.1 L / 103 cu in
89 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
168 hp
at 3400 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
89 hp
168 hp
Mercedes A 220 CDI
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
170 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
Mercedes A 220 CDI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
113 mph
Maximum Speed
135 mph
12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
571 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
374 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
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30.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.27 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
30.97 lb/hp
20.27 lb/hp
Mercedes A 220 CDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
Fuel Economy
65 mpg
combined
51 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
65 mpg
51 mpg
Mercedes A 220 CDI
59 mpg
city
43 mpg
69 mpg
highway
57 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gal
949 mi
Range
756 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
949 mi
756 mi
Mercedes A 220 CDI
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).
94.6 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
74 kWh
94.6 kWh
Mercedes A 220 CDI
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
151 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
195 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Mercedes A 220 CDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1135 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.7 cu ft








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





















