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Skoda Octavia vs Wessex International 3.0T-LGPW

The Skoda Octavia is 2.21m (7ft) longer and is 33cm (1ft) wider.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Skoda Octavia
Skoda Octavia - image: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Wessex International 3.0T-LGPW
Wessex International 3.0T-LGPW - image: similar Wessex International model shown; image from Balmers GM

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Skoda OctaviaWessex International 3.0T-LGPW
Length4,709mm2.5m
Width1,829mm1.5m
Engine options1.5 TSI 116bhp petrol, 1.5 TSI e-TEC DSG 116bhp petrol, 2.0 TDI 116bhp diesel, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG diesel-
Boot capacity450-640 litres seats up, 1,405-1,700 litres seats down-
Wheelbase2.58-2.69m-
Overall length-3.55m
Capacity-3 TON
Trailer weight-448.5kg

Sources: Skoda Octavia, Wessex International 3.0T-LGPW. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Octavia if...

  • you want one that is 2.21m (7ft) longer
  • you want one that is 33cm (1ft) wider

A large, practical family hatchback rather than a premium car, valued by hire and used-car fleets for low running costs and a generous boot. It suits everyday and business hire where space and fuel economy matter more than badge or performance.

Full Octavia specifications →

Buy or hire the 3.0T-LGPW if...

The largest of the three Wessex hydraulic tippers, for ground care professionals and estates carrying heavier bulk loads. Weld mesh extension sides are optional.

Full 3.0T-LGPW specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Skoda Octavia and the Wessex International 3.0T-LGPW?

The Skoda Octavia is 2.21m (7ft) longer and is 33cm (1ft) wider. The Skoda Octavia is a five-door family hatchback; the Wessex International 3.0T-LGPW is a 3 ton hydraulic tipping trailer.

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