Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246)
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Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220vsSkoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonSkoda Octavia III
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI
- Quickest 0-100 km/h7.1 s
- Highest torque380 Nm280 lb-ft
- Lightest1,388 kg3,060 lb
- Best power-to-weight133 hp/t99 kW/t7.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,020 km634 mi
- Largest trunk590 L
- Best overall score62/100
- Best performance score53/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score82/100
Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220
- Fastest top speed235 km/h146 mph Unrestricted225 km/h140 mph Restricted
- Most powerful184 hp137 kW
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 184hp137kW | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 300Nm221lb-ft | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,530kg3,373lb | 1,388kg3,060lb |
| Gross weight | 2,055kg4,530lb | 1,973kg4,350lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph Calculated | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 85.7s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated | 78.3s99% target: 226 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5s | 7.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 31.0s Calculated | 31.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1s Calculated | 6.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 15.4s Calculated | 15.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 120hp/t90kW/t55hp/1000 lb Calculated | 133hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 196Nm/t131lb-ft/ton Calculated | 274Nm/t183lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 836km519mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,359mm172in | 4,659mm183in |
| Width | 1,786mm70in | 1,814mm71in |
| Height | 1,557mm61in | 1,460mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,699mm106in | 2,680mm106in |
| Front track | 1,552mm61in | 1,543mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,549mm61in | 1,512mm60in |
| Ground clearance | - | 140mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 488L | 590L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,547L | 1,580L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 56L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 156g/km | - |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220: Power / Torque
- Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 7.1 s | 6.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 7.5 s | 7.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 31.0 s | 31.6 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph Likely limited | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 10.1 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 13.0 s | 12.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 15.4 s | 15.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 152 km/h 94 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 184 hp 137 kW |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 184 hp 137 kW |
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 1,530 kg 3,373 lb |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 1,388 kg 3,060 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 228 km/h 142 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 7.5 s |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 7.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI and Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220: 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI and Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220: 1.8 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 120 hp/t 90 kW/t 8.3 kg/hp |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 836 km 519 mi |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 1,020 km 634 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.5 s | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.1 s | 228 km/h 142 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | 120 hp/t 90 kW/t 8.3 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzB-class (W246)B 220 | SkodaOctavia III2.0 TDI | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 184 hp 137 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 7.5 s | 7.1 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,530 kg 3,373 lb | 1,388 kg 3,060 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 836 km 519 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 156 g/km | - | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 488 L 17.2 cu ft | 590 L 20.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 120 hp/t 90 kW/t 8.3 kg/hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220 | Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,759 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz B-class (W246) B 220
- Has 7 km/h (4 mph) higher top speed
Pros
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Heaviest
- Smallest trunk
Skoda Octavia III 2.0 TDI
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 142 kg lighter
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Uses 1.8 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 12 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 185 km (115 mi) more estimated range
- Has 102 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Lowest top speed
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