The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI DSG (17 - 18) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI quattro (08 - 12)
€ 21,700
€ 27,800
€ 21,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 27,800
ⓘ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 0.5 inches longer, 2.3 inches narrower and 1.4 inches taller than the Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
57.4
67.2
76.4
56
69.5
78.5
67.2 in
Width
69.5 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.5 in
57.4 in
Height
56 in
102.4
169.4
101.5
169
169.4 in
Length
169 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
2714 lb
Curb Weight
3285 lb
3728 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4354 lb
Weight Difference:
571 lb
17.38 %
General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
NH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
*CZC*
Engine Code
BYT, BZB, CDAA
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
123 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
158 hp
at 5000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
123 hp
158 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
148 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
148 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
127 mph
Maximum Speed
137 mph
8.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
407 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
364 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
▶ REPLAY
22.07 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.79 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
22.07 lb/hp
20.79 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Fuel Economy
48 mpg
combined
32 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
48 mpg
32 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
38 mpg
city
24 mpg
56 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gal
697 mi
Range
504 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
697 mi
504 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Environmental Impact
92.9 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
92.9 kWh
140.2 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
185 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
278 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1069 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.6 cu ft
39.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
29.2 cu ft
