Compare performance (634 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (96100 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Skoda Kodiaq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Kodiaq has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 96100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59272 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.80 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.
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 GLS has a decisively 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 GLS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 231 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLS pulls convincingly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes GLS offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is convincingly lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2550 kg. The difference is around 866 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more room – 910 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 555 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLS performs slightly better – up to 2400 L, which is about 295 L more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLS to a small extent takes the win – 695 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
96100 - 208500 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.8 - 13.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
204 - 310 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2550 - 2825 kg
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
355 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
5208 - 5233 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1782 - 1838 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2400 L
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Payload
445 - 695 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 634 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
238 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
245 - 466 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.