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Mercedes GLS vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Skoda Kamiq?

Mercedes GLS vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Kamiq

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • a bit 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

GLS

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Kamiq is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,394 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kamiq uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 GLS offers considerably more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 254 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

GLS

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is considerably lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,349 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers a bit more boot space – 400 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries visibly more – 820 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 281 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kamiq 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.

from £22,300
Kamiq

Skoda Kamiq

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Mercedes GLS
Skoda Kamiq

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Mercedes GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.

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Mercedes GLS
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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