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Skoda Kodiaq vs Volvo V90 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Skoda Kodiaq or Volvo V90 fits your lifestyle better.

Skoda Kodiaq

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Volvo V90

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Kodiaq has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 25457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo V90 with 0.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – achieving up to 123 km, about 35 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 Volvo V90 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls decisively stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is evident lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more room – 910 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 422 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – up to 2105 L, which is about 651 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq minimal takes the win – 563 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Skoda Kodiaq
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Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 113 - 123 km
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Skoda Kodiaq

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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
9 - 186 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1864 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
460 - 563 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

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

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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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