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Renault Rafale vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (37500 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Rafale or Skoda Kodiaq?

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Rafale

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Kodiaq has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 694 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kodiaq with 1.50 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – achieving up to 122 km, about 25 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Rafale has a somewhat edge – offering 300 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

Rafale

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is minimal lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeable more room – 910 L compared to 627 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs hardly perceptible better – up to 2105 L, which is about 195 L more than the Renault Rafale.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq noticeable takes the win – 563 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Rafale sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Renault Rafale
Skoda Kodiaq

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Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 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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Renault Rafale
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
37500 - 49500 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
14 - 109 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4710 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1886 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1613 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
415 - 444 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 221 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
B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Renault Rafale?

The Renault Rafale is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.