Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia XCeed or Skoda Kodiaq fits your lifestyle better.
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 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 6 L per 100 km.
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 231 km/h, while the Kia XCeed tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 21 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.
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.
The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 33000 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 - 123 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
144 - 155 g/km
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co2
9 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
426 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1826 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1483 - 1495 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1378 L
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Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
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Payload
471 - 479 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Skoda
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The Kia XCeed is available as 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.