Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI vs Mercedes-Benz B 180 — full comparison

Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

Suv · Gasoline

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Mercedes-Benz B 180

Suv · Gasoline

Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

Car A

Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

The Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI balances family practicality and efficiency with straightforward performance at a price that suits growing families. It emphasizes reliability and safety over luxury or sportiness.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety150 hp

Mercedes-Benz B 180

Car B

Mercedes-Benz B 180

Efficient and practical, the Mercedes-Benz B 180 suits growing families and road trips with five seats and a 500-liter trunk. Performance is modest, but low consumption helps keep running costs in check.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety5.5 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 64

City 51 / 51

Budget / value 68 / 51

Road trip 53 / 53

Performance 26 / 27

Cargo 37 / 36

Practical 57 / 43

Premium 24 / 43

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz B 180

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI Mercedes-Benz B 180

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Pros & cons

Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

Practical 5-seat cabin and 521-liter boot suit school runs and weekend trips.
Efficient for its class at 5.7 L/100 km, helping keep running costs in check.
Confident everyday pace from 150 hp/250 Nm and 8.6 s 0–100 km/h.
Good value in its segment at around 29,900.
Not aimed at premium buyers; focus is utility over upscale feel.
Performance is adequate rather than sporty; 0–100 km/h in 8.6 s.
Petrol-only in this spec; no hybrid or EV option indicated.
Limited to five seats; larger families may need a 7-seater.

Mercedes-Benz B 180

Efficient for its class with 5.5 combined consumption for commuting and trips
Practical 5-seat layout and 500-liter trunk fit growing-family needs
Signals strong safety standing among peers, aligning with family priorities
Price near 30,000 reads as good value in its segment
Modest acceleration (0–100 in 10.5 s) and 122 hp won’t suit performance-focused drivers
Top speed of 170 and limited passing punch reduce highway excitement
Petrol powertrain won’t match the running-cost savings of hybrids or EVs
Not ideal for cargo-heavy use; 500-liter trunk may be tight for bulky loads

Verdict

Pick Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI if…

Lower entry price

Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz B 180 if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz B 180 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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