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Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI
Suv · Diesel
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Kia Sorento LX
Suv · Gasoline
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI
Car A
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI
Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km and offering seven seats plus an 835 L boot, the Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI fits large families and road trips. It prioritizes efficiency, safety signals, and cargo room over premium feel or sporty performance.
7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.5 L/100km
Kia Sorento LX
Car B
Kia Sorento LX
With seven seats, 1115 liters of cargo space, and a reliability-first focus, the Kia Sorento LX suits large families and road trips. Performance is adequate, and the 29,500 price makes it good value in its segment rather than a premium or sporty choice.
7 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety191 hp
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 93 / 94
City 38 / 33
Budget / value 66 / 61
Road trip 70 / 74
Performance 26 / 27
Cargo 60 / 76
Practical 69 / 64
Premium 31 / 30
Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI · Orange = Kia Sorento LX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI Kia Sorento LX
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI

  • Seats seven with a very large 835 L cargo area
  • 5.5 L/100 km combined suits long-distance family travel
  • 340 Nm diesel torque helps when fully loaded
  • Strong standing in safety and cargo rankings for family needs

Kia Sorento LX

  • Seven-seat flexibility and 1115 liters of cargo space suit large families and gear-heavy trips
  • Reliability takes priority in this model’s positioning
  • Balanced everyday performance with 191 hp and 0-100 km/h in 8.2 s
  • At 29,500, it offers good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI if…
Best fuel economy
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI uses 5.5 L/100km vs 9.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Kia Sorento LX if…
More power
Kia Sorento LX puts out 191 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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