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Mercedes GLE vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (136,500 £ vs 37,900 £ ) 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

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Kodiaq is substantially cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 136,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 98,609 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 122 km, about 30 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers considerably more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 369 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

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

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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 2,375 kg. The difference is around 691 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more boot space – 910 L compared to 655 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries moderately more – 675 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq is decisively ahead 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
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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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Reviews Mercedes GLE

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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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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5 (4 Reviews)
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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Mercedes GLE
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption
Price
136,500 - 175,800 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 12.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
89 - 92 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
86 - 284 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,800 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
-
Length
4,758 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Payload
470 - 675 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
457 - 634 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
226 km/h
Torque
520 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
336 - 466 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2,999 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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