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Skoda Kodiaq vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kodiaq or Subaru Outback?

Skoda Kodiaq vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Kodiaq is marginally cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

Outback

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 Skoda Kodiaq offers markedly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kodiaq delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm more.

Kodiaq

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is barely lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeably more boot space – 910 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 349 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries only slightly more – 563 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 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
Skoda Kodiaq
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Skoda Kodiaq
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
35 - 186 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4,758 mm
Length
-
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 563 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Subaru
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