2023 Skoda Kodiaq vs 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE Comparison

    Skoda Kodiaq

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    2023 Skoda
    Kodiaq
    vs
    2023 Mercedes-Benz
    GLE
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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.
    0.0
    8.0
    7.7
    0.0
    Based on the Skoda Kodiaq SPORTLINE (4x4) 132TSI
    Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    TowingTowing
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    58L
    435 to 476 km
    65L - 85L
    429 to 782 km
    Warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
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    CarExpert's Take

    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
    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

    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

    • Premium Paint (+$770)
    • Service Pack - 5 Year/75,000km (+$1,800)
    • Service Pack - 7 Year/105,000km (+$2,700)
    • Panoramic Sunroof (+$1,900)
    • Side Steps (+$1,400)
    • Airmatic Package (+$3,400)
    • Bright Metallic Paint (+$3,800)
    • Metallic Paint (+$2,100)
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$3,200)
    • Night Pack (+$5,400)

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJTURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI, TWINTURBO DIESEL DFI
    Size (cc)
    19841950 - 2999
    Size (L)
    2.0L3.0L, 2.0L, 2.9L
    Induction
    TURBO 4TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 6
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616 - 24
    Power
    132kW - 180kW180kW - 280kW
    Power RPM
    6000 - 65003600 - 5500
    Torque
    320Nm - 370Nm500Nm - 750Nm
    Torque RPM
    1400 - 16001200 - 1600
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    11.65 - 12.210.5 - 15.5

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