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Mazda CX-60 vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-60 or Skoda Kodiaq?

Mazda CX-60 vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Mazda CX-60

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

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

CX-60

Street swagger and first impressions

The Mazda CX-60 arrives like a tailored suit: elegant, purposeful and a little playful, while the Skoda Kodiaq strikes a more pragmatic, upright pose that says “family-first” without fuss. Mazda leans on sculpted surfaces and premium cues to suggest more grown-up refinement, whereas Skoda opts for a familiar, solid presence that most buyers will instantly trust. Both appeal differently to the eye — one to the style-conscious, the other to the no-nonsense crowd — and your taste will decide which front driveway looks better.

Kodiaq

How they feel on the road

Behind the wheel, the Mazda CX-60 feels more pointed and composed, rewarding drivers who enjoy a connected, slightly sporty manner; it’s the one you’d choose for a twisty commute. The Skoda Kodiaq delivers reassuring stability and a calmer demeanor, biased toward comfort and confidence rather than corner-carving thrills. Neither is unpleasant; one leans toward engagement, the other toward serenity, so the choice is really about what kind of daily drive you prefer.

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Daily comfort and cabin ambience

Inside, Mazda aims for near-luxury warmth with materials and layout that feel deliberate and cozy, wrapping occupants in a refined atmosphere that favours the front row. Skoda’s cabin is airy and straightforward, with a practical, family-friendly vibe that puts usability above theatrics and makes life with kids and cargo feel easy. Both cabins succeed, but they speak to different buyers: those who want a plush cocoon versus those who value space and simple logic.

Kodiaq

Practicality when life gets real

The Skoda Kodiaq clearly thinks in terms of weekend adventures and full seat rows, offering a mindset built around flexibility and luggage-hauling without drama. The Mazda CX-60 is still useful, but its emphasis on refinement means practicality plays second fiddle to comfort and style. If your life involves sports gear, family trips and frequent load-ins, the Kodiaq feels tailored to that rhythm; if you’re more about polished drives and occasional cargo, the Mazda will keep you satisfied.

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Technology and daily usability

Both models package modern conveniences, but the way they deliver them differs: Mazda prefers a cleaner, more premium interface that harmonises with its interior design, while Skoda focuses on intuitive layouts and features that put quick access and child-friendly ergonomics front and center. Controls, displays and storage are designed with different priorities, so the more tech-savvy or neat-freak buyer might prefer Mazda’s restraint, and the practical family buyer will appreciate Skoda’s straightforward approach. Either way, neither car fights you for everyday usability.

Kodiaq

Who should buy which?

If you’re a driver who values engagement, a premium feel and a car that feels a bit special every time you slide in, the Mazda CX-60 will likely tick your boxes; if your life needs space, adaptability and an easygoing hauler that puts function first, the Skoda Kodiaq is built with you in mind. Consider your daily routes, family demands and what makes you smile in the driveway — that’s the quickest way to decide which one suits your life. Keep reading to see which model emerges as the DriveDuel Champion — the reveal comes next.

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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 Kodiaq is moderately cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Mazda CX-60 costs 43,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,794 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-60 with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 122 km, about 59 km more than the Mazda CX-60.

Kodiaq

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 moderately more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-60 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-60 delivers visibly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is moderately lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 1,890 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers visibly more boot space – 910 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-60 carries marginally more – 612 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 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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Mazda CX-60

The Mazda CX-60 pairs sculpted, understated looks with poised handling and a cabin that punches above its class, making long drives feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers who want a premium feel without the showroom swagger, it's the sort of car that earns respect quietly — and still manages a wink when you push on.

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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

2026 model is the new standard, great car.

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andy
15 Feb 2026, 18:05:07

A car with lots of problems — more trips to the garage than anything else.

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Skoda Kodiaq

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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5 (4 Reviews)
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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
85 - 137 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 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
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
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Length
4,758 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Payload
581 - 612 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
226 km/h
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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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