The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec DSG (15 - 17) vs. Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S (13 - 14)
€ 21,300

€ 22,000

€ 21,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,000
ⓘ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 Green tec 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 1.7TD S/S.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
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 Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
2692 lb
Curb Weight
3150 lb
3706 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4292 lb

Weight Difference:
459 lb
14.57 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
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 manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CZC*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.7 L / 83 cu in
123 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
128 hp
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
123 hp
128 hp
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
148 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
148 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
127 mph
Maximum Speed
124 mph
8.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
407 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
▶ REPLAY
21.89 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.61 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
21.89 lb/hp
24.61 lb/hp
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
Fuel Economy
50 mpg
combined
52 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
50 mpg
52 mpg
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
39 mpg
city
43 mpg
59 mpg
highway
60 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gal
727 mi
Range
828 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
727 mi
828 mi
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
Environmental Impact
89 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).
92.5 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
89 kWh
92.5 kWh
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
180 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
188 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TSI Green tec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7TD S/S
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