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BMW X4 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Skoda Karoq?

BMW X4 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

BMW X4

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Karoq is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,775 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Karoq uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Karoq

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 BMW X4 offers substantially more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X4 is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

X4

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 Karoq is noticeably lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers marginally more boot space – 525 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,630 L, about 200 L more than the BMW X4.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries very slightly more – 549 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 is clearly superior overall 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 £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 10.7 L/100km
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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Skoda Karoq

The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
4,390 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
Is the BMW X4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X4 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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