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Hongqi HS5 vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi HS5 or Skoda Kodiaq?

Hongqi HS5 vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Hongqi HS5

  • barely cheaper
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Skoda Kodiaq

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

HS5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hongqi HS5 is barely cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,882 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hongqi HS5 with 9.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8 L/100km.

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 Skoda Kodiaq offers slightly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kodiaq delivers a bit more torque with 400 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is only slightly lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers considerably more boot space – 910 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 910 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries markedly more – 563 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq is far ahead 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 £37,900
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/100km
  • Electric Range 119 - 122 km
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Hongqi HS5

The Hongqi HS5 exudes a sense of luxury and sophistication, combining elegant design with a comfortable and high-quality interior. As part of Hongqi's pursuit of excellence, this SUV offers a refined driving experience characterized by smooth handling and advanced technology features. With its striking presence on the road, the Hongqi HS5 makes an undeniable statement of style and prestige.

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Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq is a practical, well built family SUV that puts space, comfort and usefulness ahead of showy gimmicks. Its composed ride, clever interior packaging and sensible feature set make it an easy, unpretentious choice for daily driving and longer journeys.

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4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Geert
5 May 2026, 08:49:23

The Skoda Kodiac looks sleeker and is bigger. The Ford Explorer is a bit smaller and there was such a fuss made about it, but it’s disappointing in looks and even worse on the inside.

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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Hongqi HS5
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
240 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
64 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4,760 mm
Length
-
Width
1,907 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
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
218 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
204 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
340 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Hongqi
Brand
Skoda
Is the Hongqi HS5 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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