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Vauxhall Astra vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Skoda Kodiaq?

Vauxhall Astra vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Skoda Kodiaq

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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

Astra

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Astra is markedly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers substantially more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 332 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kodiaq

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 Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kodiaq delivers only slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Astra

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, Vauxhall Astra is somewhat lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers substantially more boot space – 910 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 488 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries a bit more – 563 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra sits just ahead 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 £28,300
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 454 km
Vauxhall Astra
Skoda Kodiaq

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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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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Vauxhall Astra
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 502 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Skoda
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