The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI DSG (13 - 15) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 quattro S tronic DSG (04 - 08)
€ 19,300
€ 35,800
€ 19,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 35,800
ⓘ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 3.2.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
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 3.2
2822 lb
Curb Weight
3616 lb
3836 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4685 lb
Weight Difference:
794 lb
21.96 %
General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
NH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CAY*
Engine Code
BDB, BMJ, BUB
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
3.2 L / 157 cu in
89 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
247 hp
at 6300 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
89 hp
247 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
170 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
236 lb‑ft
at 2500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
170 lb‑ft
236 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
113 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
12.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
551 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
289 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
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31.71 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
14.64 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
31.71 lb/hp
14.64 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
Fuel Economy
52 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
52 mpg
25 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
42 mpg
city
18 mpg
60 mpg
highway
No data
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gal
759 mi
Range
396 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
759 mi
396 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
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).
178.2 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
92.5 kWh
178.2 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
190 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
360 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Audi A3 Sportback 3.2
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1069 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.6 cu ft
39.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
29.2 cu ft
