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: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 445 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Octavia engine produces 68 HP less power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 145 NM less than Mazda 6. Due to the lower power, Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.7 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.3 l/100km | 5.3 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 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 150 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1210 km in combined cycle | 1310 km in combined cycle | |
| 1450 km on highway | 1510 km on highway | ||
| 840 km with real consumption | 1160 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.90 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 21 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 600 litres | 481 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 119 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: | 11.1 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.9 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`973 | 2`182 | |
| 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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