Skoda Kodiaq - MPG, emissions & running costs

The Skoda Kodiaq offers something to suit every driving scenario, with hybrid, plug-in and diesel power options that provide optimal efficiency in different conditions. The plug-in model will be great for town driving (as long as you keep the battery charged), thanks to a claimed electric range of 75 miles. 

If you don’t have the ability to charge, then the mild hybrid offers something of a compromise, and claimed fuel economy of 46.3mpg for the seven-seat SE version is reasonable for a large petrol-powered SUV such as the Kodiaq. However, this will be difficult to achieve in the real world if you regularly drive with a full complement of passengers.

The diesel will be able to deliver good long-distance economy, and shouldn’t suffer too much of a penalty when fully loaded or towing. Achieve the claimed figure of 51.7mpg, and the 2.0 TDI will have a 650-mile range.

Electric range, battery life and charge time

The Kodiaq iV plug-in hybrid features a 25.7kWh battery under the boot floor that offers a claimed maximum range of 75 miles from a full charge. If you’re able to keep the battery topped up, then there’s a high possibility that you could cover a day’s driving on electricity alone, although it’s reassuring to know that it’s backed up by the petrol engine.

The latest version of the VW Group’s plug-in hybrid powertrain now features DC charging rated at up to 40kW. This means the Kodiaq’s battery can go from 10-80 per cent capacity in less than half an hour, while a full charge from an 11kW wallbox takes two and a half hours.

Tax

All versions of the Kodiaq in SE trim bar the plug-in hybrid dip below the £40,000 threshold for luxury car road tax, which will offer substantial savings on annual VED costs in years two to six. 

If you only need five seats, then the Kodiaq PHEV is a great option for a company car, because its low emissions place it in the five per cent Benefit-in-Kind bracket for 2024/25. It’s not such good news for seven-seat versions, because there’s no plug-in option, and the petrol and diesel engines sit in the 30 per cent BiK range.

Insurance groups

Groupings for the Kodiaq range from 18 to 26, with engine power outputs determining each model’s ranking. There’s no increase in insurance group if you choose a seven-seat model over a five-seater.

Depreciation

Residual values for the Skoda Kodiaq are similar to those of other seven-seat SUVs, according to our expert data, maintaining between 41 to 49 per cent of its original value over three years or 36,000 miles.

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