Compare performance (601 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (61900 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Skoda Kodiaq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Kodiaq has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 61900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25037 £.
As for electric range, the BMW i5 Touring performs clearly better – achieving up to 602 km, about 480 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
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 i5 Touring has a clearly edge – offering 601 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 336 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs barely noticeable better – reaching 231 km/h, while the BMW i5 Touring tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i5 Touring pulls convincingly stronger with 820 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is clearly perceptible lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 571 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeable more room – 910 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs a bit better – up to 2105 L, which is about 405 L more than the BMW i5 Touring.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq hardly perceptible takes the win – 563 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
Overall, the BMW i5 Touring shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.
detailsThe 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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Price
61900 - 87000 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
522 - 602 km
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
5060 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1505 - 1515 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Payload
535 - 560 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Skoda
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The BMW i5 Touring is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.