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Mercedes GLB vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Skoda Kodiaq?

Mercedes GLB

Skoda Kodiaq

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

GLB

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Kodiaq has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3661 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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 GLB has a somewhat edge – offering 320 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

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

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

GLB

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is minimal lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly perceptible more room – 910 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs a bit better – up to 2105 L, which is about 300 L more than the Mercedes GLB.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq to a small extent takes the win – 563 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Mercedes GLB
Skoda Kodiaq

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from about £36,800
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
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km

Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 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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Mercedes GLB
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include Front-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.