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Skoda Kodiaq vs VW Transporter Bus – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kodiaq or VW Transporter Bus?

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 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: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Transporter Bus with 0.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Transporter Bus performs decisively better – achieving up to 324 km, about 201 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

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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 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.

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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: 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 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 598 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Transporter Bus proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Transporter Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 9.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 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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VW Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter Bus from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is a versatile and reliable choice for both business and leisure purposes. It offers ample space and a flexible interior, making it ideal for transporting passengers or goods comfortably. The vehicle combines practicality with modern styling, ensuring it meets the demands of everyday use while maintaining an eye-catching appearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Price
41500 - 85100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
9 - 186 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Curb weight
1998 - 2620 kg
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Length
4973 - 5450 mm
Width
1864 mm
Width
1941 - 2032 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Height
1907 - 1997 mm
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Max trunk capacity
3672 - 4005 L
Payload
460 - 545 kg
Payload
330 - 1143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 2488 cm3

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

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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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