The Comparative Analysis :
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI DSG (10 - 13) vs. Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI DSG (13 - 15)
€ 28,200

€ 19,300

€ 28,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 19,300
ⓘ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 VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI is 3.3 inches shorter, 2.8 inches wider and 7.3 inches taller than the Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI.
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
64.8
69.9
76.6
57.4
67.2
76.4
69.9 in
Width
67.2 in
76.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.4 in
64.8 in
Height
57.4 in
101.5
166.2
102.4
169.4
166.2 in
Length
169.4 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
102.4 in
Vehicle Weight
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
3217 lb
Curb Weight
2822 lb
4387 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3836 lb

Weight Difference:
395 lb
12.28 %

General
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
1KP
Generation
NH
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CAX*
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
120 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
89 hp
at 4200 rpm
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
120 hp
89 hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
170 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
148 lb‑ft
170 lb‑ft
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Performance
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
117 mph
Maximum Speed
113 mph
10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
12.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
479 ft
0.000 sec

VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
551 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
▶ REPLAY
26.81 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
31.71 lb/hp
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
26.81 lb/hp
31.71 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
36 mpg
combined
52 mpg
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
36 mpg
52 mpg
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
28 mpg
city
42 mpg
42 mpg
highway
60 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
526 mi
Range
759 mi
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
526 mi
759 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
123.1 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).
92.5 kWh
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
123.1 kWh
92.5 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
245 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
190 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1171 lb
Maximum Payload
1014 lb
11.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.8 cu ft








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