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Vauxhall Frontera vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (20500 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Skoda Kodiaq?

Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Frontera has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 16363 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs decisively better – achieving up to 408 km, about 285 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

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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 Skoda Kodiaq has a convincingly edge – offering 265 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs slightly better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers decisively more room – 910 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 450 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs distinct better – up to 2105 L, which is about 505 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera to a small extent takes the win – 644 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,800
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Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 113 - 123 km
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 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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Reviews Opel Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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