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Mercedes E Class vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes E Class

Skoda Kodiaq

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

E Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

E Class

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 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £50,500
E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Mercedes E Class
Skoda Kodiaq

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Mercedes E Class

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.

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Skoda Kodiaq

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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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Mercedes E Class
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 119700 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.