The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec DSG (15 - 17) vs. VW Golf GTI Performance DSG (13 - 16)
€ 19,700

€ 33,700

€ 19,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 33,700
ⓘ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 1.4 inches longer, 3.7 inches narrower and 0.9 inches lower than the VW Golf GTI Performance.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
57.4
67.2
76.4
58.3
70.8
79.8
67.2 in
Width
70.8 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.8 in
57.4 in
Height
58.3 in
102.4
169.4
103.4
168
169.4 in
Length
168 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
103.4 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
2756 lb
Curb Weight
3091 lb
3770 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4123 lb

Weight Difference:
335 lb
10.84 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
NH
Generation
AU
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
*CUS*
Engine Code
*CHH*
4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
89 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
227 hp
at 4700 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
89 hp
227 hp
VW Golf GTI Performance
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
170 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
VW Golf GTI Performance
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
113 mph
Maximum Speed
154 mph
12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
571 ft
0.000 sec

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

VW Golf GTI Performance
▶ REPLAY
30.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
13.62 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
30.97 lb/hp
13.62 lb/hp
VW Golf GTI Performance
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
Fuel Economy
65 mpg
combined
37 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
65 mpg
37 mpg
VW Golf GTI Performance
59 mpg
city
29 mpg
69 mpg
highway
44 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gal
949 mi
Range
485 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
949 mi
485 mi
VW Golf GTI Performance
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).
121.2 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
74 kWh
121.2 kWh
VW Golf GTI Performance
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
151 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
237 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI Green tec
VW Golf GTI Performance
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1032 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.8 cu ft







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