The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec DSG (15 - 17) vs. Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel (17 - 18)
€ 19,700

€ 23,200

€ 19,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 23,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec is slightly smaller in every dimension. It's 2.6 inches shorter, 4.1 inches narrower and an inch lower than the Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
57.4
67.2
76.4
58.5
71.2
80.4
67.2 in
Width
71.2 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.4 in
57.4 in
Height
58.5 in
102.4
169.4
104.8
172
169.4 in
Length
172 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
104.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
2756 lb
Curb Weight
2998 lb
3770 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4134 lb

Weight Difference:
243 lb
8.1 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
NH
Generation
B-K
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
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CUS*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
89 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
134 hp
at 3500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
89 hp
134 hp
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
170 lb‑ft
236 lb‑ft
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
113 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
571 ft
0.000 sec

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

Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
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30.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.37 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
30.97 lb/hp
22.37 lb/hp
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
Fuel Economy
65 mpg
combined
60 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
65 mpg
60 mpg
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
59 mpg
city
51 mpg
69 mpg
highway
67 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 gal
949 mi
Range
765 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
949 mi
765 mi
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
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).
80.3 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
74 kWh
80.3 kWh
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
151 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
166 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
Opel Astra 1.6 Diesel Start&Stop
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1135 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.5 cu ft









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