The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI DSG (13 - 15) vs. Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex (12 - 13)
€ 20,900

€ 19,600

€ 20,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 19,600
ⓘ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 4.5 inches shorter, 4.3 inches narrower and 2 inches lower than the Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
57.4
67.2
76.4
59.4
71.4
79.3
67.2 in
Width
71.4 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.3 in
57.4 in
Height
59.4 in
102.4
169.4
105.7
174
169.4 in
Length
174 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
105.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
2701 lb
Curb Weight
3071 lb
3715 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4233 lb

Weight Difference:
370 lb
12.05 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
NH
Generation
P-J
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CAX*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
120 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
113 hp
at 6000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
120 hp
113 hp
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
114 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
148 lb‑ft
114 lb‑ft
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
126 mph
Maximum Speed
117 mph
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec

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

Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
▶ REPLAY
22.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
27.18 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
22.51 lb/hp
27.18 lb/hp
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
Fuel Economy
41 mpg
combined
40 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
41 mpg
40 mpg
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
32 mpg
city
30 mpg
49 mpg
highway
49 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gal
589 mi
Range
590 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
589 mi
590 mi
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
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).
111.8 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
109.9 kWh
111.8 kWh
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
216 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
224 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Opel Astra 1.6 ecoFlex Start&Stop
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1162 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.5 cu ft









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