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BMW X3 vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Skoda Kodiaq?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Kodiaq has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – achieving up to 122 km, about 34 km more than the BMW X3.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 398 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 231 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.

X3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is a bit lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 246 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 slightly better – up to 2105 L, which is about 405 L more than the BMW X3.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 570 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 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.

BMW X3
Skoda Kodiaq

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from about £36,800
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
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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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 X3
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the BMW X3?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-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.