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Kia XCeed vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Skoda Kodiaq?

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 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

XCeed

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.

Kia XCeed has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 4.90 L per 100 km.

Kodiaq

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 noticeable edge – offering 265 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs minimal better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Kia XCeed tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

XCeed

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 curb weight, Kia XCeed is noticeable lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers convincingly more room – 910 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 484 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – up to 2105 L, which is about 727 L more than the Kia XCeed.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq to a small extent takes the win – 563 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq is decisively ahead 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.

Kia XCeed
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
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Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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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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Reviews Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Reviews Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
36800 - 50600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4758 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1679 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 226 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda

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Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-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.