The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI DSG (13 - 15) vs. Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD Automatic (13 - 14)
€ 20,900

€ 25,500

€ 20,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI is considerably smaller in every dimension. It's 8.3 inches shorter, 3.6 inches narrower and 0.7 inches lower than the Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
57.4
67.2
76.4
58.1
70.7
81.5
67.2 in
Width
70.7 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.5 in
57.4 in
Height
58.1 in
102.4
169.4
105.7
177.7
169.4 in
Length
177.7 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
105.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
2701 lb
Curb Weight
3329 lb
3715 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4471 lb

Weight Difference:
628 lb
18.86 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
NH
Generation
KL1J
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
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Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
120 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
161 hp
at 3800 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
120 hp
161 hp
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
266 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
148 lb‑ft
266 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
126 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
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22.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.68 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
22.51 lb/hp
20.68 lb/hp
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
Fuel Economy
41 mpg
combined
41 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
41 mpg
41 mpg
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
32 mpg
city
30 mpg
49 mpg
highway
50 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gal
589 mi
Range
642 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
589 mi
642 mi
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
Environmental Impact
109.9 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).
119.3 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
109.9 kWh
119.3 kWh
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
216 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
246 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1142 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.7 cu ft








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