The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI DSG (13 - 15) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF S tronic DSG (06 - 08)
€ 19,300

€ 25,400

€ 19,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,400
ⓘ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 1.9 TDI DPF.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 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 1.9 TDI DPF
2822 lb
Curb Weight
3164 lb
3836 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4233 lb

Weight Difference:
342 lb
10.81 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
NH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CAY*
Engine Code
BJB, BKC, BXE, BLS
4
Valves
2
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.9 L / 93 cu in
89 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
89 hp
104 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
170 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1900 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
170 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
113 mph
Maximum Speed
116 mph
12.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
551 ft
0.000 sec

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

Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
▶ REPLAY
31.71 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
30.42 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
31.71 lb/hp
30.42 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Fuel Economy
52 mpg
combined
42 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
52 mpg
42 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
42 mpg
city
32 mpg
60 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
759 mi
Range
610 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
759 mi
610 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Environmental Impact
92.5 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).
115.2 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
92.5 kWh
115.2 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
190 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
238 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 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