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Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI
Hatchback · Diesel · FWD
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Skoda Octavia II
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI
Car A
Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI
The Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI focuses on efficiency and everyday practicality at a price that suits budget-focused buyers. Best for city and small-family use, with modest performance and adequate cargo space.
5 seatsHatchbackDiesel4-star safety5.5 L/100km
Skoda Octavia II
Car B
Skoda Octavia II
The Skoda Octavia II blends efficient petrol running with family-sized space for budget-focused buyers. Its 150 hp FWD setup delivers confident everyday performance.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety150 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 56 / 65
City 63 / 61
Budget / value 70 / 66
Road trip 35 / 45
Performance 32 / 30
Cargo 22 / 28
Practical 52 / 51
Premium 17 / 22
Winter 22 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI · Orange = Skoda Octavia II

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI Skoda Octavia II
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100km
  • Good value in its segment at 20000
  • Strong reliability signals for the model
  • Practical 5 seats and 400 L boot for daily needs

Skoda Octavia II

  • Efficient for its class (6.5 combined consumption) helps trim running costs.
  • 500 L trunk and five seats suit growing families.
  • Balanced performance: 150 hp and 0–100 km/h in 8.1 s work well for city and highway.
  • Around 22000, it offers good value in its segment.

Verdict

Pick Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI if…
Best fuel economy
Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDI uses 5.5 L/100km vs 6.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Skoda Octavia II if…
More power
Skoda Octavia II puts out 150 hp vs 105 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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