Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq had a transformational effect on the Czech brand’s sales in Australia, arriving in 2017 as its first dedicated SUV.

Skoda’s seven-seater large SUV almost snagged the 2018 Wheels Car of the Year award, too, just pipped at the post by the Volvo XC60.

About the Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq had a transformational effect on the Czech brand’s sales in Australia, arriving in 2017 as its first dedicated SUV.

Skoda’s seven-seater large SUV almost snagged the 2018 Wheels Car of the Year award, too, just pipped at the post by the Volvo XC60.

Updated in 2021, the current Skoda Kodiaq sports subtly facelifted and aero-optimised styling.

The diesel powerplants were quietly ditched in the range revision, which also saw a thorough update of the electronics in the cabin.

Buyers choose from the 132TSI Style and Sportline trims, or the range-topping 180kW RS performance variant introduced in 2022.

All models featuring seven seats, all-wheel drive and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. There’s also classic Skoda practicality touches such as an umbrella secreted in each of its front doors.

Large SUV rivals include the Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Mazda CX-8, Mazda CX-9, Toyota Kluger and Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace.