Skoda Octavia 2007 vs BMW 3 series 2008
| 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: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 160 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Octavia engine produces 38 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 90 NM more than BMW 3 series. Thanks to more power Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 | 5.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 7.1 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 225 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Octavia consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 740 km in combined cycle | 1060 km in combined cycle | |
| 670 km with real consumption | 880 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.57 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.42 m | |
| Skoda Octavia is 5 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 460 litres | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Skoda Octavia has 100 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.8 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Skoda Octavia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`880 | |
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| Quality: | average | above average | |
| BMW 3 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Octavia, so BMW 3 series quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1800 | 4000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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