Renault Kadjar vs Skoda Karoq
Renault Kadjar
Renault’s roomy, comfortable compact SUV.
VS
Skoda Karoq
Skoda’s compact family SUV.
First car
Second car
Pick this one if…
Renault Kadjar
Pick the Kadjar for a roomy, comfortable compact SUV with an affordable used supply.
Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or 1.5 Blue dCi (diesel).
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Pick this one if…
Skoda Karoq
Pick the Karoq for a practical, roomy family SUV with a variable rear bench and a strong 2.0 TDI or sweet 1.5 TSI.
Best engine: The 1.5 TSI 150 — or the 2.0 TDI for high mileage.
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Performance
1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol
| Renault Kadjar | Skoda Karoq | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
140 hp
|
150 hp
Winner
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| Torque |
240 Nm
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250 Nm
Winner
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| 0–100 km/h |
9,6 s
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8,9 s
Winner
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| Top speed |
205 km/h
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205 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
100,0 hp/t
|
111,9 hp/t
Winner
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
125 g/km
Winner
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130 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
5,6 L/100km
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5,6 L/100km
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Dimensions & space
| Renault Kadjar | Skoda Karoq | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
472 L
|
479 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.478 L
|
1.605 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,65 m
Winner
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2,64 m
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| Length |
4,45 m
|
4,38 m
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| Width |
1,84 m
|
1,84 m
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| Height |
1,61 m
|
1,60 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Kadjar | Skoda Karoq | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CMF-CD | MQB-A1 (shared with the VW Tiguan) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.6 TCe · 1.5 dCi/Blue dCi · 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi | 1.0 TSI · 1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 1.6 TDI · 2.0 TDI diesel |
| Fuel | Petrol · Diesel | Petrol · Diesel |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual · EDC6/EDC7 · X-tronic CVT | 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG automatic |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 / 6d | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Euro 6/6d allowed in the LEZ | Euro 6 petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
Renault Kadjar
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC/X-tronic: juddery at low speed
- Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes
Skoda Karoq
- 1.5 TSI can feel jerky when cold
- DSG takes getting used to at low speed
- 2.0 TDI: interval servicing (DPF/AdBlue, belt)
Pros
Renault Kadjar
- Roomy boot and comfortable ride
- Affordable and plentiful used
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
Skoda Karoq
- Roomy, flexible cabin layout (VarioFlex)
- Comfortable, composed ride
- Strong, economical 2.0 TDI
Cons
Renault Kadjar
- 1.2 TCe (early years) carries chain risk
- Interior less modern than newer rivals
Skoda Karoq
- Not a sporty driver’s car
- Sparse base equipment
- Interior with hard plastics
Driving experience
Renault Kadjar
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Skoda Karoq
As a model line, the Karoq is a comfortable, practical family SUV. The steering is light and the chassis controls imperfections well, making long trips relaxed. It feels stable and predictable, with a composed road manner. The 1.5 TSI is smooth and the 2.0 TDI delivers strong pull for laden runs and towing. Expect no sporty edge, but safe, comfortable and easy-going driving for the family.
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