Compare performance (265 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 41500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kodiaq or VW Transporter Bus?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Kodiaq has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4630 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Transporter Bus manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kodiaq with 1.50 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus performs decisively better – achieving up to 324 km, about 202 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
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 VW Transporter Bus has a minimal edge – offering 286 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs somewhat better – reaching 231 km/h, while the VW Transporter Bus tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Bus pulls minimal stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 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: VW Transporter Bus offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is a bit lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1998 kg. The difference is around 314 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers to a small extent more room – 910 L compared to 763 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Transporter Bus performs convincingly better – up to 4005 L, which is about 1900 L more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Bus clearly takes the win – 1143 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 580 kg.
The VW Transporter Bus is decisively ahead 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.
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 VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Price
41500 - 85100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
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Curb weight
1998 - 2620 kg
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Length
4973 - 5450 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Width
1941 - 2032 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Height
1907 - 1997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Max trunk capacity
3672 - 4005 L
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Payload
330 - 1143 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
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2488 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, F, B, A
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
VW
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The Skoda Kodiaq is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.