Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI vs Subaru WRX Base

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2025 · Petrol Sedan

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Subaru WRX Base 5.5 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner Subaru WRX Base 271 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI 600 L Runner-up: 345 L
Price winner Subaru WRX Base $31,105 Runner-up: $32,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI against the 2025 Subaru WRX Base. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Subaru WRX Base has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 7.0 seconds for 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI. 2025 Subaru WRX Base has the higher listed output at 271 hp; 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 67 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Subaru WRX Base at 350 Nm and 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI at 320 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI has the lower recorded consumption at 6.8 L/100km; 2025 Subaru WRX Base is listed at 9.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 600 litres versus 345 litres, a difference of 255 litres. 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI is 28 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Subaru WRX Base has the lower listed starting price at $31,105, compared with $32,000 for 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI. 2025 Subaru WRX Base leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI2025 Subaru WRX Base2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.0 s5.5 s
Top Speed241 km/h240 km/h
Power204 hp271 hp
Torque320 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank50 L63 L
Efficiency6.8 L/100km9.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions155 g/km220 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,698 mm4,670 mm
Ground Clearance143 mm135 mm
Cargo600 L345 L
Curb Weight1,430 kg1,545 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.4 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$32,000$31,105

Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI vs Subaru WRX Base questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Subaru WRX Base is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI has the higher listed top speed at 241 km/h (150 mph), compared with 240 km/h (149 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Subaru WRX Base has more power at 271 hp, a 67 hp advantage over 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI has more listed cargo space at 600 litres (21.2 cu ft), versus 345 litres (12.2 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Subaru WRX Base is heavier at 1,545 kg (3,406 lb), while 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI is listed at 1,430 kg (3,153 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Subaru WRX Base has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $31,105 USD, compared with $32,000 USD for 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Subaru WRX Base?

2025 Subaru WRX Base leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.