The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI (13 - 15) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI (04 - 06)
€ 18,600

€ 24,100

€ 18,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 24,100
ⓘ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 FSI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
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 FSI
2778 lb
Curb Weight
3064 lb
3836 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4134 lb

Weight Difference:
287 lb
9.37 %

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

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CAY*
Engine Code
AXW, BLR, BLX, BVY
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 6000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
104 hp
148 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
148 lb‑ft
at 3500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
184 lb‑ft
148 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
118 mph
Maximum Speed
133 mph
10.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
469 ft
0.000 sec

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

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
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26.71 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.7 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
26.71 lb/hp
20.7 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Fuel Economy
53 mpg
combined
33 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
53 mpg
33 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
42 mpg
city
24 mpg
64 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
777 mi
Range
475 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
777 mi
475 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
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).
136.5 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
90.4 kWh
136.5 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
183 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
278 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1058 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