Compare performance (585 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Skoda Kodiaq?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Kodiaq has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13642 £.
Both cars consume an average of 1.50 L per 100 km – no difference here.
As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs minimal better – achieving up to 122 km, about 6 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 Mercedes E Class has a convincingly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs minimal 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 E Class pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 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, Skoda Kodiaq is barely noticeable lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more room – 910 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 370 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class a bit takes the win – 640 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.
The Mercedes E Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.