The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec (13 - 15) vs. VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI DSG (09 - 13)
€ 19,000

€ 25,600

€ 19,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec is 3.9 inches longer, 2.1 inches narrower and 6.4 inches lower than the VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
57.4
67.2
76.4
63.8
69.3
76.6
67.2 in
Width
69.3 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.6 in
57.4 in
Height
63.8 in
102.4
169.4
101.5
165.5
169.4 in
Length
165.5 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
2778 lb
Curb Weight
3234 lb
3792 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4475 lb

Weight Difference:
456 lb
14.1 %

General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
NH
Generation
1KP
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CAY*
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
104 hp
104 hp
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
184 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
118 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
10.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
12 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
469 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
548 ft
0.000 sec

VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
▶ REPLAY
26.71 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
31.1 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
26.71 lb/hp
31.1 lb/hp
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
59 mpg
combined
48 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
59 mpg
48 mpg
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
48 mpg
city
41 mpg
67 mpg
highway
53 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
854 mi
Range
697 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
854 mi
697 mi
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
82.2 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).
100.7 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
82.2 kWh
100.7 kWh
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
171 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
208 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI Green tec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1241 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.2 cu ft








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