The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI (17 - 18) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF S tronic DSG (06 - 08)
€ 19,700

€ 28,800

€ 19,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 28,800
ⓘ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 1.6 TDI is 0.7 inches longer, 2.3 inches narrower and 1.4 inches taller than the Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
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 DPF
2844 lb
Curb Weight
3274 lb
3858 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4343 lb

Weight Difference:
430 lb
13.13 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
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 DPF
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CXM*
Engine Code
BMN, BKQ, BUY
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
113 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
168 hp
at 4200 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
113 hp
168 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
184 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
123 mph
Maximum Speed
138 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec

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

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
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25.17 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
19.49 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
25.17 lb/hp
19.49 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
Fuel Economy
56 mpg
combined
40 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
56 mpg
40 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
50 mpg
city
31 mpg
59 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
814 mi
Range
579 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
814 mi
579 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
Environmental Impact
86.4 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).
121.3 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
86.4 kWh
121.3 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
175 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
251 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI DPF
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