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BMW X5 vs Skoda Kodiaq – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Skoda Kodiaq?

BMW X5

Skoda Kodiaq

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

X5 @ BMW Group Press

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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 40209 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs slightly better – achieving up to 123 km, about 18 km more than the BMW X5.

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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 X5 has a convincingly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 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 BMW X5 performs hardly perceptible 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 X5 pulls clearly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

X5 @ BMW Group Press

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 curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is distinct lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly perceptible more room – 910 L compared to 650 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs slightly better – up to 2105 L, which is about 235 L more than the BMW X5.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Kodiaq shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

BMW X5
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from about £36,800
Kodiaq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 113 - 123 km

BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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 X5
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Kodiaq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 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
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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