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Mercedes GLE vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Skoda Kodiaq?

Mercedes GLE vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • convincingly cheaper
  • distinct more efficient
  • slight more electric range
  • distinct lighter
  • evident 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Kodiaq has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39422 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 2 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs slight better – achieving up to 122 km, about 8 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE has a clearly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 369 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLE pulls clearly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is distinct lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 626 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers evident more room – 910 L compared to 655 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs hardly perceptible better – up to 2105 L, which is about 50 L more than the Mercedes GLE.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE is clearly superior overall 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 GLE
Skoda Kodiaq

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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 km

Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 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 GLE
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
76300 - 175800 £
Price
36800 - 50600 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 284 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 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
2310 - 2800 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Length
4758 mm
Width
1947 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Height
1679 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
460 - 705 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 226 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include 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.