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Skoda Kodiaq vs smart #5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (265 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 39300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kodiaq or smart #5?

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 Reviews)
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smart #5

5 (3 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

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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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the smart #5 costs 39300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2494 £.

As for range, the smart #5 performs significantly better – achieving up to 590 km, about 467 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

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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 smart #5 has a convincingly edge – offering 646 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 381 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 231 km/h, while the smart #5 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: smart #5 pulls significantly stronger with 710 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 310 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is clearly perceptible lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 516 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly perceptible more room – 910 L compared to 630 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – up to 2105 L, which is about 575 L more than the smart #5.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq slightly takes the win – 563 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race?

The smart #5 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
smart #5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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smart #5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.4 - 19.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 465 - 590 km
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (1 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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smart #5

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.

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Reviews Skoda Kodiaq

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5 (3 Reviews)
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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:11:24

Bis auf das noch hoffentlich bald verbesserte/reduzierte Gebimmel und die gruselig schlecht zu erreichende Stummschaltung der Geschwindigkeitswarnung ist das Auto wirklich der Hammer!
Sehr, sehr leise, komfortabel, extrem schnell (Brabus Version), tolle Verarbeitung, tolle Ausstattung!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Price
39300 - 52200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
9 - 186 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2378 kg
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Length
4695 mm
Width
1864 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Height
1705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
Payload
460 - 563 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
smart

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What drive types are available for the Skoda Kodiaq?

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

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