The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI (13 - 15) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DSG (04 - 06)
€ 17,600

€ 25,900

€ 17,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,900
ⓘ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 1.6 TDI is 0.7 inches longer, 2.3 inches narrower and 1.4 inches taller than the Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
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
168.7
169.4 in
Length
168.7 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
2778 lb
Curb Weight
3274 lb
3792 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4343 lb

Weight Difference:
496 lb
15.15 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
NH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CAY*
Engine Code
BKD
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
89 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
138 hp
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
89 hp
138 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
170 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
236 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
170 lb‑ft
236 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
113 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
11.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
541 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
420 ft
0.000 sec

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
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31.21 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
23.72 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
31.21 lb/hp
23.72 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Fuel Economy
53 mpg
combined
41 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
53 mpg
41 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
42 mpg
city
31 mpg
64 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
777 mi
Range
600 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
777 mi
600 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Environmental Impact
90.4 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).
117.3 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
90.4 kWh
117.3 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
183 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
246 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1069 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.5 cu ft









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