Mercedes-Benz GLE vs Skoda Kodiaq Comparison

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

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    2024 Mercedes-Benz
    GLE
    vs
    2024 Skoda
    Kodiaq
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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    7.7
    8.0
    0.0
    Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC
    Based on the Skoda Kodiaq SPORTLINE (4x4) 132TSI
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    TowingTowing
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    65L - 85L
    429 to 808 km
    58L
    435 to 476 km
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $139,900 - $168,800
    $53,290 - $70,590
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    CarExpert's Take

    James Wong
    Marketplace Editor
    James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
    • Comfort-focused drive is plush
    • Updated tech works well
    Misses
    • $30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
    • Still needs (expensive) options ticked
    • Cabin execution feels underdone
    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Sharp drive-away price
    • Still very nice to drive
    • Proper buttons? In 2024?
    Misses
    • Technology feels old
    • 132kW is adequate, more punch coming
    • Rivals have grown over the years

    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

    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$3,200)
    • Towbar Pack (+$2,900)
    • Urban Guard Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,500)
    • 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)

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWINTURBO DIESEL DFITURBO DIRECT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    1950 - 29991984
    Size (L)
    2.9L, 2.0L, 3.0L2.0L
    Induction
    DIESEL TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 6TURBO 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16 - 2416
    Power
    180kW - 280kW132kW - 180kW
    Power RPM
    3600 - 55006000 - 6500
    Torque
    500Nm - 750Nm320Nm - 370Nm
    Torque RPM
    1200 - 16001400 - 1600
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10.5 - 15.511.65 - 12.2

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