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Skoda Rapid vs Volkswagen Polo: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Skoda Rapid

Skoda · 1984–1990

Rapid Typ 743 / 747

Power
43 kW58 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Top speed
153 km/h
Kerb mass
-

Version spec sheet

Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen · 2017–present

Polo VI

C PI 402

Power
48 kW65 PS
0–100 km/h
15.5 s
Top speed
164 km/h
Kerb mass
1,105 kg

Version spec sheet

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Rapid Typ 743 / 747 0 Polo VI 2

  • City Polo VI Length: 4,053 mm vs 4,200 mm
  • Off-road Polo VI Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Hatchback vs Rear-wheel drive · Coupe

In plain words

Volkswagen Polo has more power: 48 kW (65 PS) against 43 kW (58 PS) for Skoda Rapid. Skoda Rapid is 147 mm longer than Volkswagen Polo (4,200 mm vs 4,053 mm). Skoda Rapid is the older design (from 1935); Volkswagen Polo arrived in 1975. Volkswagen Polo is still in production; Skoda Rapid is not. On the catalog figures, the Volkswagen Polo is the pick for city and off-road. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Skoda Rapid yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · Polo VI
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ftWheelbase 2,400 mmWheelbase 7 ft 10 inLength 4,200 mmLength 13 ft 9 in1,380 mm4 ft 6 inWheelbase 2,564 mmWheelbase 8 ft 5 inLength 4,053 mmLength 13 ft 4 in1,438 mm4 ft 9 in
Rapid Typ 743 / 747Polo VI
Length 4,200 mm165.4 in 4,053 mm159.6 in −147 mm −5.8 in −3.5%
Width 1,610 mm63.4 in 1,751 mm68.9 in +141 mm +5.6 in +8.8%
Height 1,380 mm54.3 in 1,438 mm56.6 in +58 mm +2.3 in +4.2%
Wheelbase 2,400 mm94.5 in 2,564 mm100.9 in +164 mm +6.5 in +6.8%
Fits a standard garage? YesYes

Difference vs Rapid Typ 743 / 747 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Skoda RapidVolkswagen Polo
General
Version Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · 130 · 43 kW (58 PS) 1.0 MPI 65 · petrol · 48 kW (65 PS)
Production years 1984–1990 2017–present
Body Coupe Hatchback
Country Czech Republic Germany
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 43 kW (58 PS) 58 hp 48 kW (65 PS) 64 hp Better
Power, all versions 23–92 kW (31–125 PS) 31–123 hp 29–147 kW (39–200 PS) 39–197 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 98 Nm 72 lb-ft No data
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. No data 15.5 s
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 153 km/h 95 mph 164 km/h 102 mph Better
Power per tonne No data 43 kW/t 53 hp/ton calculated
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,289 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l No data
Gearbox 5-speed manual No data
Drive Rear-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,200 mm 165.4 in 4,053 mm 159.6 in
Width 1,610 mm 63.4 in 1,751 mm 68.9 in
Height 1,380 mm 54.3 in 1,438 mm 56.6 in
Wheelbase 2,400 mm 94.5 in 2,564 mm 100.9 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. No data 1,105 kg 2,436 lb
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 351 l 12.4 cu ft
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. No data 40 l 10.6 gal US
Economy and running costs
Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. No data 4.7 l/100 km 50.0 mpg US
CO₂ No data 108 g/km
Fuel cost per year No data €1,230/year estimated
Range on a full tank No data 851 km 529 mi estimated
Safety
Euro NCAP No data ★★★★★ (2022)

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.