Compare performance (455 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (49,200 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Skoda Kodiaq?
Meet the contenders: the Skoda Kodiaq and the Volvo XC60, two SUVs that play very different roles in family garages. The Kodiaq leans on sensible packaging and everyday usefulness, while the XC60 trades on refinement and a composed presence. This duel sets practicality against polish, and personality wins or loses depending on your driveway.
On the street the Kodiaq comes across as unflashy and honest, a tool that wears quality without shouting about it. The Volvo, by contrast, feels curated — softer lines, quieter surfaces and a cabin that invites slowing down rather than speeding up. That difference in attitude shows itself in how each car behaves and how it makes you feel after a long day.
For day-to-day duties the Kodiaq’s strengths are obvious: flexible load space, straightforward controls and packaging that makes wrangling kids, clubs or weekend projects less of a chore. The XC60 plays the long game with a cocoon-like cabin, composed ride and tech that reduces the stress of motorway miles. In tight city spots the Volvo’s manners help it feel smaller, while the Kodiaq rewards owners who regularly need to carry awkward or bulky cargo.
Choose the Kodiaq and your justification will be practical — sensible ownership, functional versatility and getting real use from every inch of the car. Choose the XC60 and you'll talk about presence, a softer ride and the quiet reassurance of premium materials and Scandinavian design. Both are defensible choices; it’s down to whether you want solutions or a statement.
If you see yourself as the Rational Decision-Maker or the Pragmatist, the Kodiaq will feel like a natural ally — sensible, dependable and built to handle household life without drama. Commuters who double as weekend adventurers and families who prioritise usable space will appreciate its straightforward strengths. It’s a car for people who prefer practicality and functionality to fashion.
If the Kodiaq is the pragmatic toolbox, the XC60 is the living-room-on-wheels, aimed at Comfort Seekers and buyers who prize design and brand feel. It’s for those who value a soothing cabin, polished manners and an image that speaks to refinement rather than utility. If that sounds like you, dive into the spec sheet next to see where the differences really sit on paper.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Skoda Kodiaq is markedly cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,314 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 122 km, about 40 km more than the Volvo XC60.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq is markedly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm more.
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, Skoda Kodiaq is somewhat lighter – 1,684 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers substantially more boot space – 910 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 427 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,105 L, about 562 L more than the Volvo XC60.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries very slightly more – 563 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The Skoda Kodiaq stands well ahead of its rival 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 Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
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Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 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
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
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Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4,708 mm
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Length
4,758 mm
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Width
1,902 mm
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Width
1,864 mm
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Height
1,655 mm
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Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
226 km/h
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Skoda
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