Skoda Octavia 2019 vs Mazda 6 2018
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| 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: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 145 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 213 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Octavia engine produces 5 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 37 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 | 6.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km | 7.4 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Octavia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that by driving the Skoda Octavia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Octavia consumes 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 1000 km in combined cycle | |
| 700 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 2019 1.5 engine: The engine is praised for being both flexible and torquey, delivering impressive performance for its horsepower rating. It is also remarkably fuel-efficient. However, the engine is very demanding when it comes ... More about Skoda Octavia 2019 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.45 m | |
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Skoda Octavia is smaller, but slightly higher. Skoda Octavia is 18 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 600 litres | 489 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1555 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Skoda Octavia has 111 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 6. The Mazda 6 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 1.6 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Skoda Octavia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`890 | 2`005 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Skoda Octavia scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 21 600 | 23 800 | |
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