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2024 Skoda Kodiaq review
It’s nearing the end of its current generation, but there’s still huge value on offer in this sporty Czech seven-seater.
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Matt Campbell
Skoda Kodiaq vs Volkswagen Touareg Comparison
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Based on the Skoda Kodiaq RS (4x4) 180TSI
Based on the Volkswagen Touareg 170TDI
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
58L
435 to 476 km
90L
612 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$53,290 - $70,590
$89,240 - $117,540
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- A terrific thing to drive
- Perky turbo-petrol engine
- Still looks great at the end of its lifecycle
Misses
- Not enough USB ports
- No dials for media system
- Third-row only for use as sometimes seats
Mike Costello
Senior Contributor
Mike Costello drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Outstanding ride and handling
- Sturdy, premium-feeling cabin
- Even the base V6 diesel has grunt
Misses
- Lots of optional extras
- Needs a full-size spare wheel
- Daft steering wheel 'buttons'
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Power Child Locks (+$250)
- Premium Paint (+$1,100)
- Service Pack - 5 Year/75,000km (+$2,200)
- Service Pack - 7 Year/105,000km (+$3,250)
- Panoramic Sunroof (+$1,900)
- Metallic Paint (+$2,200)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$2,500)
- Pearl Effect Paint (+$2,200)
- Sound & Comfort Package (+$7,600)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1984 | 2967 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | TURBO V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 132kW - 180kW | 170kW - 210kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 - 6500 | 4000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 370Nm | 500Nm - 600Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1400 - 1600 | 1750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 11.65 - 12.2 | 15.5 | |
