The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI DSG (13 - 15) vs. VW Golf GTI DSG (09 - 12)
€ 20,900
€ 29,600
€ 20,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 29,600
ⓘ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 TSI is 3.6 inches longer, 3.1 inches narrower and 0.4 inches lower than the VW Golf GTI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
57.4
67.2
76.4
57.8
70.3
80.6
67.2 in
Width
70.3 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.6 in
57.4 in
Height
57.8 in
102.4
169.4
101.5
165.9
169.4 in
Length
165.9 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
2701 lb
Curb Weight
3117 lb
3715 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4167 lb
Weight Difference:
417 lb
13.38 %
General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
NH
Generation
1K
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
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
*CAX*
Engine Code
*CCZ*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
120 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
207 hp
at 5300 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
120 hp
207 hp
VW Golf GTI
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
207 lb‑ft
at 1700 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
148 lb‑ft
207 lb‑ft
VW Golf GTI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
126 mph
Maximum Speed
148 mph
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
315 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf GTI
▶ REPLAY
22.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
15.06 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
22.51 lb/hp
15.06 lb/hp
VW Golf GTI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
Fuel Economy
41 mpg
combined
32 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
41 mpg
32 mpg
VW Golf GTI
32 mpg
city
24 mpg
49 mpg
highway
40 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
589 mi
Range
462 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
589 mi
462 mi
VW Golf GTI
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).
140.2 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
109.9 kWh
140.2 kWh
VW Golf GTI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
216 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
278 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
VW Golf GTI
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1049 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.9 cu ft
39.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
37 cu ft
