Skoda Kodiaq vs VW Tiguan: two MQB family SUVs
Updated Report an error By Sarah Whitmore
Skoda · 2023–present
Kodiaq II
- Power
- 142 kW193 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.8 s
- Top speed
- 220 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,815 kg
Volkswagen · 2024–present
Tiguan III
- Power
- 142 kW193 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.6 s
- Top speed
- 223 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,774 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: Kodiaq II 2 Tiguan III 1
- Family Kodiaq II Boot: 910 l vs 652 l
- City Tiguan III Length: 4,551 mm vs 4,758 mm
- Long trips Kodiaq II Wheelbase (ride comfort proxy): 2,789 mm vs 2,681 mm
- Performance Too close to call Power per tonne: 78 kW/t vs 80 kW/t
- Running costs Too close to call Fuel per year: €1,490 vs €1,510 (estimated)
- Off-road Too close to call Drive and body: All-wheel drive · SUV vs All-wheel drive · SUV
Verdict Opinion
The Kodiaq wins on space per euro. Among the current models only the Škoda offers seven seats, and its 910-litre five-seat boot is the headline figure of the second generation.
The Tiguan wins on compactness and choice. It is easier to park, its eHybrid offers the longer official electric range, and its second generation gives used buyers both the Allspace and the fast Tiguan R.
— Sarah Whitmore
The Škoda Kodiaq and the Volkswagen Tiguan come from the same group and use the same MQB toolkit, so buyers rightly ask what they get for the different badge. The short answer: the Škoda is the larger car, the Volkswagen the more compact and slightly more upmarket one.
The Tiguan is older. Its first generation went on sale in early 2008, the second in January 2016 and the third in February 2024. The Kodiaq was shown in Berlin on 1 September 2016 as Škoda's first large SUV, and its second generation was presented in October 2023. In the Tiguan's second generation the closest rival was not the regular car but the long-wheelbase Tiguan Allspace of 2017, which the Kodiaq matched almost seat for seat.
Skoda Kodiaq vs VW Tiguan: size, seats, engines and costs
Length and the third row
The first Kodiaq is 4,697 mm long on a 2,791 mm wheelbase, and its optional third row is usable by adults on short trips. The Tiguan II measures about 4.49 m on a 2.68 m wheelbase and has five seats; only the 4.70 m Allspace offered seven. The current Tiguan III is 4,551 mm long on 2,681 mm, again a five-seater. German Wikipedia says the second Kodiaq grew by another 61 mm, so the gap to the Tiguan is now roughly 20 cm. Whether either fits your garage is easy to check in our size comparison tool.
Boot space
The first Kodiaq offers up to 720 litres behind the second row and 2,065 litres when every rear seat is folded. The second generation offers up to 910 litres as a five-seater, 2,105 litres at most, and 340 litres behind the third row. The Tiguan I listed 470 litres. The extra length of the Škoda goes almost entirely into the load bay.
Engines from the same shelf
Both use 1.5 TSI, 2.0 TSI and 2.0 TDI engines with front-wheel drive or a Haldex-based four-wheel drive. In the current cars the 2.0 TDI with 142 kW (193 PS) and all-wheel drive appears in both lists. The mild-hybrid 1.5 TSI starts at 110 kW (150 PS) in the Kodiaq and 96 kW (130 PS) in the Tiguan. The performance flagships differ: the Tiguan R of 2020–2024 had 235 kW (320 PS), the second Kodiaq RS of 2024 has 195 kW (265 PS).
Plug-in hybrids
This is where the new generations moved apart from their predecessors. The Tiguan eHybrid of 2024 has 150 or 200 kW, a 19.7 kWh net battery and about 120 km of WLTP electric range. The Kodiaq iV combines a 110 kW petrol engine with an 85 kW electric motor and a 25.7 kWh battery, for which Škoda targets 100 km; its boot shrinks to 745 litres. Both charge at 11 kW on alternating current and 50 kW at a fast charger.
Prices and safety
In February 2024 the cheapest Tiguan III in Germany, the 96 kW eTSI, cost €36,600, and the eHybrid started at €48,655. Euro NCAP tested the second Kodiaq in 2024 with 89 % for adult and 83 % for child occupants; the third Tiguan scored 83 % and 88 % in its May 2024 test.
Race Stats side by side
Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.
| Stat | Kodiaq II | Tiguan III |
|---|---|---|
| PI | C · 499 | B · 508 |
| Power | 42 | 43 |
| Grip | 45 | 45 |
| Handling | 47 | 49 |
| Top speed | 46 | 47 |
| Launch | 44 | 45 |
Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race
Who wins a race?
Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time — the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.
- 1 Tiguan IIITiguan III · 2.0 TDI 4Motion · diesel · 142 kW (193 PS) 15.41 sat 140 km/h
- 2 Kodiaq IIKodiaq II · 2.0 TDI 4x4 · diesel · 142 kW (193 PS) 15.60 sat 138 km/h · +0.19 s
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Kodiaq II | Tiguan III | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,758 mm187.3 in † | 4,551 mm179.2 in −207 mm −8.1 in −4.4% |
| Width | 1,864 mm73.4 in † | 1,842 mm72.5 in −22 mm −0.9 in −1.2% |
| Height | 1,679 mm66.1 in † | 1,640 mm64.6 in −39 mm −1.5 in −2.3% |
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm109.8 in † | 2,681 mm105.6 in −108 mm −4.3 in −3.9% |
| Kerb weight | 1,815 kg4,001 lb | 1,774 kg3,911 lb −41 kg −90 lb −2.3% |
| Boot | 910 l32.1 cu ft | 652 l23.0 cu ft −258 l −9.1 cu ft −28.4% |
| Fuel tank | 58 l15.3 gal US | 58 l15.3 gal US |
| Fits a standard garage? | Tight | Yes |
Difference vs Kodiaq II (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors. † from another version of this generation.
Full specifications
| Skoda Kodiaq | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | Kodiaq II · 2.0 TDI 4x4 · diesel · 142 kW (193 PS) | Tiguan III · 2.0 TDI 4Motion · diesel · 142 kW (193 PS) |
| Production years | 2023–present | 2024–present |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Class | SUV / crossover | No data |
| Country | Czech Republic | Germany |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 142 kW (193 PS) 190 hp | 142 kW (193 PS) 190 hp |
| Power, all versions | 92–195 kW (125–265 PS) 123–261 hp | 85–235 kW (116–320 PS) 114–315 hp |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | 7.8 s | 7.6 s |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 220 km/h 137 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph |
| Power per tonne | 78 kW/t 95 hp/ton calculated | 80 kW/t 97 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | No data | 2,000 cc 2.0 l |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch | No data |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,758 mm 187.3 in † | 4,551 mm 179.2 in |
| Width | 1,864 mm 73.4 in † | 1,842 mm 72.5 in |
| Height | 1,679 mm 66.1 in † | 1,640 mm 64.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm 109.8 in † | 2,681 mm 105.6 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,815 kg 4,001 lb | 1,774 kg 3,911 lb Better |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 910 l 32.1 cu ft Better | 652 l 23.0 cu ft |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 58 l 15.3 gal US | 58 l 15.3 gal US |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | 6.0 l/100 km 39.2 mpg US | 6.1 l/100 km 38.6 mpg US |
| CO₂ | 157 g/km | 161 g/km |
| Fuel cost per year | €1,490/year estimated | €1,510/year estimated |
| Range on a full tank | 967 km 601 mi estimated | 951 km 591 mi estimated |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2024) | ★★★★★ (2024) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (6): Body, Power, Fuel, Drive, Fuel tank, Euro NCAP.
Better marks the stronger figure — only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.65/l diesel. † from another version of this generation.
In plain words
Volkswagen Tiguan is quicker: 0–100 km/h in 7.6 s against 7.8 s for Skoda Kodiaq. Skoda Kodiaq is 207 mm longer than Volkswagen Tiguan (4,758 mm vs 4,551 mm). Volkswagen Tiguan is lighter by 41 kg (1,774 kg vs 1,815 kg). Skoda Kodiaq has the bigger boot: 910 l against 652 l. At 15,000 km a year, fuel would cost about €1,490 (Skoda Kodiaq), €1,510 (Volkswagen Tiguan) (estimated). Volkswagen Tiguan is the older design (from 2007); Skoda Kodiaq arrived in 2016. On the catalog figures, the Skoda Kodiaq is the pick for family and long trips; the Volkswagen Tiguan is the pick for city.
Which one to choose
Families with three children or a large dog should take the Kodiaq; the third row and the 910-litre five-seat boot are its reason to exist.
Drivers who park in town or want the highest electric range will be happier with the Tiguan eHybrid.
Used buyers can treat the two as mechanical twins: ADAC data show improving breakdown figures for younger Tiguans, and a full service history counts for more than the badge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Kodiaq bigger than the VW Tiguan?
Yes. The first Kodiaq is 4,697 mm long, the current Tiguan 4,551 mm, and the second Kodiaq added another 61 mm.
Does the Tiguan have seven seats?
Only the long-wheelbase Tiguan Allspace of the second generation had a third row. The third-generation Tiguan is a five-seater.
Do they share engines?
Yes. Both use Volkswagen Group 1.5 TSI, 2.0 TSI and 2.0 TDI engines on the MQB platform, with front- or all-wheel drive.
Which plug-in version has the longer electric range?
Volkswagen quotes about 120 km WLTP for the Tiguan eHybrid; Škoda targets 100 km for the Kodiaq iV with its 25.7 kWh battery.