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Skoda Kodiaq

(2024 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

78
%
A

This model is still new so we don't have a Used Car Expert Rating score yet. Check back soon.

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Media Rating:

77
%
A

Safety Rating:

90
%
A

Eco Rating:

74
%
A

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

66
%
C

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

78
%
A

This model is still new so we don't have a Used Car Expert Rating score yet. Check back soon.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

77
%
A

Safety Rating:

90
%
A

Eco Rating:

74
%
A

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

66
%
C

Summary


Available with either five or seven seats, the Skoda Kodiaq is a large family-friendly SUV that shares many of its mechanical components with other Skoda models and different vehicles within the Volkswagen Group family.

This is the latest second-generation model, which is available with petrol mild-hybrid, diesel, and now plug-in hybrid power. The model has been warmly received by the British motoring media so far. Heycar’s Andrew Brady remarks that the Kodiaq is “a byword for versatility and value for money.”

As of January 2025, the Skoda Kodiaq holds a New Car Expert Rating of A with a score of 78%. Beyond the car’s collection of impressive review scores, the Kodiaq’s overall score is aided by a full five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.

Kodiaq highlights

  • Comfortable driving experience
  • Spacious and practical interior
  • Affordable entry-level models

Kodiaq lowlights

  • Not very exciting to drive
  • Premium rivals are more luxurious inside
  • Automatic gearbox is a bit frustrating

Key specifications


Body style: Large SUV/crossover
Engines:
petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid
Price:
From £37,505 on-road

Launched: Summer 2024
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA


Media reviews


Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

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Business Car

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Car

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Carbuyer

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Carwow

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Heycar

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Regit

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The Sunday Times

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The Telegraph

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Top Gear

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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: July 2024
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 89%
Child protection: 83%
Vulnerable road users: 82%
Safety assist: 78%

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of January 2025, the Skoda Kodiaq has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating

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No reliability rating

As of January 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the second-generation Skoda Kodiaq to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops. 

As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Skoda Kodiaq, we’ll publish the results here.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models46 mpgC44 – 47 mpgC – C
Diesel models49 mpgC44 – 53 mpgB – C
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models141 g/kmB136 – 145 g/kmB – B
Diesel models153 g/kmB139 – 168 g/kmB – C
Plug-in hybrid models10 g/kmA9 – 11 g/kmA – A
Battery rangeAverageScoreVariationScore
Plug-in hybrid models73 milesC71 – 75 milesC – C
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models22A18 – 26A – B
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£209B
Year 2£562B
Year 3£913B
Year 4£1,181B
Year 5£1,593B
Overall£4,458B

The Skoda Kodiaq is a relatively affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

While the fuel consumption of both petrol and diesel models sits at around the market average, the SUV’s insurance bracket is on the cheap side, particularly when compared to other SUVs of this size.

The predicted servicing and maintenance costs of the car during the first five years of ownership are cheaper than average too. That said, the estimated five-year total of nearly £4.5k is around £500 more than our predicted cost totals for the similary-sized Nissan X-Trail.

Recalls


Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Skoda Kodiaq

As of January 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Skoda Kodiaq. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.

You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Skoda dealer.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the Skoda Kodiaq has received.

2024

  • Carbuyer Awards – Best Large Family Car

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If you’re looking at the Skoda Kodiaq, you might also be interested in these alternatives.

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The Skoda Kodiaq has been commended for its interior space, practicality and refined engines, but it's not that exciting to drive.Skoda Kodiaq