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Kia Sorento vs Skoda Kodiaq – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Kia Sorento meets Skoda Kodiaq.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Kodiaq has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 9172 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 1.60 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs clearly better – achieving up to 123 km, about 68 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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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 Skoda Kodiaq has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 265 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs slightly better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls slight stronger with 440 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Sorento offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is somewhat lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeable more room – 910 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs hardly perceptible better – up to 2105 L, which is about 5 L more than the Kia Sorento.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento to a small extent takes the win – 684 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 121 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Kodiaq shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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 £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

Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento is a versatile SUV that seamlessly blends style and practicality, making it an appealing choice for families and adventurers alike. With its spacious interior and thoughtful design features, it ensures a comfortable driving experience on both urban roads and country excursions. Additionally, the Sorento offers a suite of advanced safety technologies, enhancing peace of mind for its passengers.

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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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Skoda Kodiaq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.