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Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI DSG
Suv · Diesel
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Kia Sorento LX
Suv · Gasoline
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI DSG
Car A
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI DSG
The Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI DSG puts space and efficiency first, making it a strong fit for large families and long trips. Its seven seats, 835 liters of cargo space, and 5.8 L/100km economy outweigh its modest performance.
7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.8 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 92 / 94
City 38 / 33
Budget / value 63 / 61
Road trip 70 / 74
Performance 29 / 27
Cargo 60 / 76
Practical 67 / 64
Premium 31 / 30
Winter 40 / 40

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

Specs side-by-side

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

Pros & cons

Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI DSG

  • Seven seats with an 835-liter boot handle big family loads and luggage
  • 5.8 L/100km combined consumption is efficient for its class on long journeys
  • 340 Nm torque and DSG automatic make low-effort progress when fully loaded
  • At about 35,000, it offers good value in its segment for a spacious seven-seater

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 DSG if…
Best fuel economy
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI DSG uses 5.8 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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