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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Skoda Kodiaq?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

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

Skoda Kodiaq

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • significantly 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

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Kodiaq is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq offers moderately more range – reaching up to 122 km, about 17 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 462 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is very slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is very slightly lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more boot space – 910 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 390 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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.

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5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 67 - 105 km
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Skoda Kodiaq

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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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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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
5,060 mm
Length
4,758 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
226 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
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