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Vauxhall Mokka vs Skoda Karoq – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Vauxhall Mokka or Skoda Karoq fits your lifestyle better.

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 Mokka has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22900 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6162 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.90 L per 100 km – no difference here.

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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 Vauxhall Mokka has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 281 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Vauxhall Mokka tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls barely noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 15 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Mokka is barely noticeable lighter – 1294 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers evident more room – 521 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1630 L, which is about 525 L more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq noticeable takes the win – 549 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 149 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Karoq proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
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Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

Vauxhall Mokka

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The Opel Mokka cuts a smart, modern silhouette that feels right at home in the city while still turning heads on the open road. It's a practical, easy-to-live-with crossover that blends comfy driving manners with enough flair and tech to keep daily commutes interesting — and it won’t make you regret trading up.

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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Vauxhall Mokka
Skoda Karoq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
22900 - 40500 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1294 - 1672 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4150 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1787 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1506 - 1535 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1060 - 1105 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
388 - 400 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 281 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Mokka?

The Vauxhall Mokka is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.