Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC vs Skoda Kodiaq RS — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Suv · Diesel · AWD

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Skoda Kodiaq RS

Suv · Diesel

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Car A

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

A seven-seat AWD diesel that blends strong torque and efficient-for-its-class fuel use with generous cargo space, making it well-suited to large families and long trips. Its premium price and size make it less ideal for city-focused buyers.

7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety7.5 L/100km286 hpAWD

Skoda Kodiaq RS

Car B

Skoda Kodiaq RS

The Skoda Kodiaq RS suits large families who want seven seats and a huge 835-liter trunk without giving up brisk performance. It’s efficient for its class and better suited to road trips than city shuttling.

7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 83 / 92

City 27 / 30

Budget / value 25 / 50

Road trip 82 / 71

Performance 35 / 27

Cargo 59 / 60

Practical 53 / 63

Premium 66 / 38

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC · Orange = Skoda Kodiaq RS

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC Skoda Kodiaq RS

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Seven seats and an 825 L boot support family life and road trips.
7.5 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class.
286 hp and 600 Nm (0–100 km/h in 6.3 s) give confident overtaking when loaded.
4MATIC AWD adds traction for winter and mixed conditions.
Premium pricing at 81,700 may exceed some budgets.
Seven-seat size can feel cumbersome in tight urban parking.
Diesel powertrain is less appealing for mostly short, city journeys.
If maximum fuel savings are the goal, smaller or hybrid models will be thriftier.

Skoda Kodiaq RS

Seven seats and an 835-liter trunk make it easy for large families and luggage.
Strong passing power from 245 hp and 500 Nm with a 6.6 s 0–100.
Efficient for its class with a combined consumption of 8.3, good for long trips.
Safety ranks as a strength in its positioning, matching family priorities.
Less convenient for tight city use and short hops.
Not tuned for hardcore performance driving despite its badge.
Price of 55,000 may exceed some family-car budgets.
If you won’t use three rows or the big boot, a smaller model could fit better.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC uses 7.5 L/100km vs 8.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Skoda Kodiaq RS if…

Performance & capability

Skoda Kodiaq RS is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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