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Mercedes B Class vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (238 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Skoda Kodiaq?

Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Mercedes B Class has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £, while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3719 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 2.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – achieving up to 123 km, about 40 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

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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 Skoda Kodiaq has a somewhat edge – offering 265 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 231 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls a bit stronger with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is to a small extent lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers convincingly more room – 910 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs distinct better – up to 2105 L, which is about 565 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq barely noticeable takes the win – 563 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Kodiaq shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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
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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
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Mercedes B Class

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The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?

The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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