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Skoda Karoq vs VW Touran - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (190 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or VW Touran?

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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VW Touran

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Karoq

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Karoq has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the VW Touran costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6913 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Touran

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 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 evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

Both models offer the same torque – 360 Nm.

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Karoq

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 Karoq is to a small extent lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1520 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers distinct more room – 834 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 313 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Touran minimal takes the win – 601 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq is clearly superior 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.

Skoda Karoq
VW Touran

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Karoq

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
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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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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VW Touran

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Reviews Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews VW Touran

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Price
36000 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 173 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
521 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Length
-
Width
1841 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
456 - 549 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Skoda Karoq?

The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.