Renault Koleos vs Skoda Kodiaq

Renault Koleos

Renault’s large, comfortable mid-size SUV.

Skoda Kodiaq

Skoda’s roomy seven-seat SUV.

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Pick this one if…

Renault Koleos

Pick the Koleos for a roomy, comfortable diesel SUV with optional all-wheel drive.

Best engine: The 1.7 Blue dCi (diesel) or 2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive.

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Pick this one if…

Skoda Kodiaq

Pick the Kodiaq for a roomy seven-seat SUV with real practicality and a strong 2.0 TDI for the whole family.

Best engine: The 2.0 TDI 150 — the sweet spot for families.

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Performance

1.7 Blue dCi 150 · Diesel vs 2.0 TDI 150 · Diesel

	Renault Koleos	Skoda Kodiaq
Power	150 hp	150 hp
Torque	340 Nm	340 Nm
0–100 km/h	11,8 s	9,8 s Winner
Top speed	194 km/h	197 km/h Winner
Power-to-weight	92,6 hp/t Winner	89,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	128 g/km Winner	139 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	5,0 L/100km Winner	5,3 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Renault Koleos	Skoda Kodiaq
Boot	458 L	835 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.690 L	2.065 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,71 m	2,79 m Winner
Length	4,67 m	4,70 m
Width	1,84 m	1,88 m
Height	1,68 m	1,68 m
Seats	5	7 Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Renault Koleos	Skoda Kodiaq
Platform	CMF-CD	MQB-A2 (shared with the VW Tiguan Allspace)
Drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi · 2.0 dCi	1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 2.0 TDI diesel
Fuel	Diesel	Petrol · Diesel
Transmission	6-speed manual · EDC7 automatic	6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG automatic
Euro standard	Euro 6 / 6d	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Euro 6/6d diesel allowed (mind local diesel rules)	Euro 6 petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Renault Koleos

EDC automatic: juddery at low speed
AdBlue/DPF on short-trip use
Electronics and infotainment: glitches

Skoda Kodiaq

2.0 TDI: interval servicing (DPF/AdBlue, belt)
DSG can feel jerky at low speed
1.5 TSI can feel jerky when cold

Pros

Renault Koleos

Roomy boot and rear seat
Comfortable, composed ride
2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive available

Skoda Kodiaq

Genuine seven-seat usability as a family SUV
Large, flexible load space
Strong, economical 2.0 TDI

Cons

Renault Koleos

Diesel-only
Heavier than compact SUVs

Skoda Kodiaq

Third row tight for adults
Sparse base equipment
Interior with hard plastics

Driving experience

Renault Koleos

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Skoda Kodiaq

As a model line, the Kodiaq is a large, comfortable seven-seat SUV. The steering is light and the chassis filters out bumps calmly, staying stable even when laden. It feels confidence-inspiring and predictable, with a relaxed motorway manner. The 2.0 TDI delivers smooth pull and the petrols respond eagerly. Expect no sporty edge, but safe, comfortable and relaxed progress for the family.