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Skoda Kodiaq vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kodiaq or Genesis GV80?

Skoda Kodiaq vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Genesis GV80

  • somewhat more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kodiaq

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 Kodiaq is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,505 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

GV80

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 Genesis GV80 offers somewhat more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is only slightly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Skoda Kodiaq tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers clearly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 188 Nm more.

Kodiaq

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: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is markedly lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 471 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers somewhat more boot space – 910 L compared to 735 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Genesis GV80 offers barely more capacity – up to 2,152 L, about 47 L more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries somewhat more – 690 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £37,900
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
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Genesis GV80

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Skoda Kodiaq

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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5 (4 Reviews)
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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
4,758 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
460 - 563 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
226 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Kodiaq have?

The Skoda Kodiaq is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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