Compare performance (190 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 21400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or VW T-Cross?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW T-Cross has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21400 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7688 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.50 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 Skoda Karoq has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 190 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls distinct stronger with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW T-Cross is hardly perceptible lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 113 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers somewhat more room – 521 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq a bit takes the win – 549 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Overall, the Skoda Karoq shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Price
21400 - 32000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
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co2
124 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
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Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1841 mm
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Width
1784 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
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Payload
463 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
VW
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The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.