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BMW i5 Touring vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

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?

BMW i5 Touring

Skoda Kodiaq

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

i5 Touring

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

i5 Touring

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 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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £61,900
i5 Touring

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 17.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
BMW i5 Touring
Skoda Kodiaq

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BMW i5 Touring

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.

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Skoda Kodiaq

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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 i5 Touring
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
61900 - 87000 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
Is the BMW i5 Touring offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 Touring is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.