Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Skoda Octavia Comparison

Alfa Romeo Giulia

Skoda Octavia

How they stack

2025 Alfa Romeo

Giulia

2025 Skoda

Octavia

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Based on the Alfa Romeo Giulia

Based on the Skoda Octavia RS 195TSI

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Long distance driving

Luxury

Fuel Efficiency

58L

354 to 476 km

45L - 50L

257 to 350 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year
warranty

5 year - 7 year
warranty

MSRP

$69,950 - $174,200

$39,590 - $59,990

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CarExpert's Take

Josh Nevett

Deputy Marketplace Editor

Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

More power
Improved infotainment tech
Still the benchmark for practicality

Misses

More expensive than ever
Muted exhaust note
Lower dynamic ceiling than rivals

Colours Available

Candy White is standard on the 110TSI Style and Mamba Green is standard on the RS. The following finishes are available for an extra $770:

Moon White metallic
Graphite Grey metallic
Magic Black pearl
Lava Blue metallic
Brilliant Silver metallic

Velvet Red Premium is a $1100 option.

Reviews

Excellent

2025 Skoda Octavia RS review

It's hard to imagine, but the perfect all-rounder just got even better. Few people need more car than the updated Skoda Octavia RS.

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Specs

Type
TURBO		TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION
Size (cc)
1995 - 2891		1395 - 1984
Size (L)
2.9L, 2.0L		2.0L, 1.4L
Cylinders
6, 4		4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 24		16
Power
206kW - 375kW		110kW - 195kW
Power RPM
5250 - 6500		5000 - 6500
Torque
400Nm - 600Nm		250Nm - 370Nm
Torque RPM
2250 - 2500		1500 - 1600
Bore Stroke
90		92.8
Compression Ratio
-		-

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