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Mercedes G Class vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Skoda Kodiaq?

Mercedes G Class vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Kodiaq

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably 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.

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

G Class

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.

Skoda Kodiaq is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 68,713 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 468 km, about 346 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

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 G Class offers clearly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq is clearly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Mercedes G Class tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 764 Nm more.

G Class

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 considerably lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 801 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers visibly more boot space – 910 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq offers very slightly more capacity – up to 2,105 L, about 115 L more than the Mercedes G Class.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq 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 £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
Mercedes G Class
Skoda Kodiaq

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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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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Mercedes G Class
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
468 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
116 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4,624 mm
Length
4,758 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
1,983 mm
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,990 L
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Payload
415 - 715 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
226 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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