Compare performance (265 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kodiaq or Volvo XC90?
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 XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32914 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq performs significantly better – achieving up to 122 km, about 51 km more than the Volvo XC90.
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 Volvo XC90 has a convincingly 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 XC90 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.
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: Volvo XC90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is distinct lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 396 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more room – 910 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 608 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs a bit better – up to 2105 L, which is about 249 L more than the Volvo XC90.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 710 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.
The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Price
69800 - 84600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Electric Range
71 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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co2
79 - 191 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Length
4953 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Height
1771 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Payload
653 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
360 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Volvo
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The Skoda Kodiaq is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.