The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI DSG (13 - 15) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI quattro (14 - 16)
€ 19,300

€ 30,900

€ 19,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,900
ⓘ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 0.2 inches shorter, 3.1 inches narrower and 1.5 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
55.9
70.3
77.4
67.2 in
Width
70.3 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
77.4 in
57.4 in
Height
55.9 in
102.4
169.4
103.8
169.7
169.4 in
Length
169.7 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
103.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
2822 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
3836 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4288 lb

Weight Difference:
397 lb
12.33 %

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

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual 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
DBGA, DEJA, CRLB
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
89 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 3500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
89 hp
148 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
170 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
170 lb‑ft
251 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
133 mph
12.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
551 ft
0.000 sec

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

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
▶ REPLAY
31.71 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
21.75 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
31.71 lb/hp
21.75 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
52 mpg
combined
50 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
52 mpg
50 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
42 mpg
city
42 mpg
60 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gal
759 mi
Range
661 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
759 mi
661 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
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).
96.7 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
92.5 kWh
96.7 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
190 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
196 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
9.6 cu ft








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