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Mazda CX-60 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-60 or Skoda Karoq?

Mazda CX-60 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Mazda CX-60

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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

CX-60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Karoq is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-60 costs 43,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,589 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-60 uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Karoq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-60 offers considerably more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-60 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-60 delivers noticeably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

CX-60

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 Karoq is clearly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,890 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-60 offers only slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-60 carries slightly more – 612 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-60 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £43,700
CX-60

Mazda CX-60

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 63 km
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Mazda CX-60

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Reviews Mazda CX-60

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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Leo
7 Mar 2026, 11:15:10

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THEO
7 Mar 2026, 07:02:13

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andy
15 Feb 2026, 18:05:07

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
85 - 137 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
-
Length
4,390 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
Payload
581 - 612 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-60 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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