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Audi Q8 vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Skoda Kodiaq?

Audi Q8 vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Kodiaq is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 122 km, about 42 km more than the Audi Q8.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers significantly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 375 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is clearly lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 491 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeably more boot space – 910 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries somewhat more – 665 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £37,900
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
-
Length
4,758 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
226 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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