The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Automatic
Automatic
Engine:
1.8 Petrol
2.0 Petrol
Performance
Power:
180 HP
200 HP
Torque:
250 NM
280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
7.3 seconds
7.5 seconds
Skoda Octavia engine produces 20 HP less power than Volkswagen Jetta, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Volkswagen Jetta. Despite less power, Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
7.7
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
55 litres
Dimensions
Length:
4.66 m
4.64 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.78 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Octavia is 2 cm longer than the Volkswagen Jetta, 4 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
590 litres
510 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1580 litres
no data
Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Skoda Octavia has 80 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Turning diameter:
11.1 meters
11.1 meters
Gross weight (kg):
1`845
1`940
Safety:
The Volkswagen Jetta scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
