Skoda Kodiaq 7 seater review | My thoughts after 1,000kms in one!

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[@NobbyOnCars]

I've driven the Kodiaq too so if you want driving impressions - hit this link kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYOrl6ubgL1oga8

[@JayLew-19]

If you had to choose between the new kodiaq and the new tiguan which would you go for?

[@kaypee1972]

I am really sorry, but I feel like most of your comments and your observations about this car could’ve been done by examining the car for about one hour. I was hoping to get more information after driving 1000 km about how is it driving? How is the comfort? How are the seats on a long ride, the noise level, etc. the only info I actually got from you after 1000 km ride is about the low fuel consumption, which is good and about the brown leather getting easily dirty when you have smaller kids. For me a missed opportunity to give a review which could differentiate from all the other KZbin reviewers.

[@fiumeebasta3612]

I agree, I come here expecting exactly that and got none of it.

[@doktorek1755]

a $5 umbrella is more important

[@allannugent3890]

I went to see the Kodiaq and thought it looked really nice, so I went for another look before I committed to the car (the SEL model,) with a closer inspection the alloys are cheap looking the front grill is shiny cheap and brittle, the interior is nothing special, an iPad and an iPad mini doesn't modernise a car. take 5k to 10k off it depending on which model, but it is a Skoda and it is overpriced...will I consider it .....sorry right off my shortlist ,I think the car reviewers are scared to be brutally honest

[@fiumeebasta3612]

@@allannugent3890 I dont agree. I think it is a great package with good space inside. I went to see tiguan and i dont like interior, it is too small and centar console is horrible waste od space with knob who doesnt do anything (beside volume, ambient and drive options) and takes so much space. What are the alternatives for you in this price range?

[@fiumeebasta3612]

@@allannugent3890 I have donne some research and these are the alternatives to Kodiaq (large suv or 7 seat): Defender, Santa fe, X7, Q7, Touran, 5008, Discovery and Jogger. Defender, Santa fe, X7, Q7 and Discovery have much bigger pricer than Kodiaq and real alternatives are 5008, Jogger and Touran and conclusion is that real alternative is 5008. Ofc X7 and Q7 have better interior but they are more expensive. Also you said that at the end of day it is Skoda but it have the same engine and the same platform as Tiguan (I am sure you won't say but this is just VW) so I really think you missed the point here.

[@michaelmodowd]

Great video. Am looking at getting a Kodiaq soon - would you go for the 2024 model, or go back a few years and get a Sportsline model?

[@NobbyOnCars]

Depends on you really… is this model a huge, huge leap? Not really. Some even prefer the last model. Just depends how much you like the sportline.

[@dkmyww]

As usual a great review. Price of cars have gone out of control.. where will it end ... simply not sustainable !

[@terrydelahunt842]

When people stop taking out ridiculous loans/credit facilities in order to 'own' them.

[@smsfsyd]

Used cars or cheap chinese made ones are way to go. Most Car manufacturers have become too greedy. who want to spend a fortune on a depreciating asset?

[@gerardleahy6946]

The greed of the manufacturers is one thing but look at the VRT in this country. Many countries dont apply it and others apply much lower rates. A car price in Ireland is calculated as follows Basic price plus NOX tax plus 23% VAT. VRT is applied to the VAT and NOX tax inclusive price and then 23% VAT applied to the amount of the VRT. Little wonder our prices are almost the highest in Europe. Thanks Eamon Ryan.

[@terrydelahunt842]

@@gerardleahy6946 I'd imagine that predates Eamonn Ryan by a long way. The motor industry is a cartel here, and I'd say if you follow the money, many dealers and franchises are well connected to fg and ff.

[@patrickoconnor5494]

​@@terrydelahunt842suggesting they should be leased? Not necessarily cheaper per month

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

It's not quite a BMW grill just yet ...but heck, it's getting there.

[@NobbyOnCars]

🤣

[@waltertobin4751]

I use to drive that Timoney Armour Car in the background back in the day 😊

[@simono4991]

I was wondering what that was

[@excelgazialimuhiddinhacibekir]

Thanks for the delicate KODIAQ II video. Nobby. Loved the video and subscribed as well. Looking forward to new videos of this Czech beast bear! Cheers from Istanbul!

[@andrazpajtler]

What do you think about the DCC Plus suspension? Does the car feel too floaty in comfort mode?

[@NobbyOnCars]

I wouldn’t say floaty as it’s still got a good bit of weight to it but I think DCC is worth every penny.

[@punisher9106]

Dont know about that price tag, but ordered one in Romania, with many discounts, a PHEV with DCC, winter packages, sunroof , accoustic and sunset + family stuff with the door plastics, Red color, for 38.4k

[@dragosdobre9479]

How did you manage that? What discounts are you talking about more specifically? I'm also from Romania and quite intrigued by this car, but from I can see in the configurator, the price for the PHEV starts from "de la 43.674,- €". Thanks!

[@punisher9106]

@@dragosdobre9479 go the the Porsche Dealership and they will explain more :) , the following discounts were applied , 3k for the new Kodiaq , 1.8k if you get leasing from them , 2.6k from gov plug-in ticket and another 5% extra discount , because my company has some understanding with Skoda

[@punisher9106]

​@@dragosdobre9479 You need to go to the dealership and find out . I had 3k discount for the new Kodiaq , extra 2.6k from the GOV for Plug-in cars , 1.8K if you get leasing from them and extra 5% or 7% , can't remember , because my company that i work for has some agreement with Skoda

[@punisher9106]

​ @dragosdobre9479 You need to go to the dealership and find out . I had 3k discount for the new Kodiaq , extra 2.6k from the GOV for Plug-in cars , 1.8K if you get leasing from them and extra 5% or 7% , can't remember , because my company that i work for has some agreement with Skoda

[@thud0R]

38.4k no VAT maybe

[@n8n8n8n]

All I need to buy Kodiaq is a more powerful PHEV with 4x4. I like Sorento and Santa-Fe way more but Kodiaq has 120km of electric range.

[@asanachemihai3941]

Its a nice car. After watching a lot of videos about this kodiaq im not decided if i will buy one or not, because in some of the videos i have noticed that the dcc plus its making some noise on dumpers or bag roads. Its true?

[@NobbyOnCars]

I've had people say similar, I didn't notice it in this car but press cars are usually built with a fine tooth comb.

[@Iceberg1313]

Hi Nobby, are you sure about the 5 seater being available as i can only see it in the PHEV configuration. We have a 23 model and could only order it in 7 seater as they weren't bringing them in the 5 seater anymore. Really wanted the extra boot space.

[@MarkAlexanderBuchanan]

They definitely bringing them to mainland UK - I just test drove one

[@kencullen2029]

Took the hit on the massive depreciation on my EV (polestar) and ordered the Kodiaq PHEV which will be my 3rd Kodiaq. Hopefully arriving in August!

[@MarkoMilosMM]

Do you expect the same depreciation rate on PHEV?

[@NobbyOnCars]

New cars are new cars when it comes to depreciation

[@AlixLondon]

@@NobbyOnCars if you know your going to flip it 3 years just lease - don't own, not worth it - only buy if its a keeper

[@proptanz3377]

No shit sherlock EV's depricate faster, because they're getting like a lot better each year.

[@MrBucko1990]

As a 5 seat family car, this or a Enyaq / ID4? Sounds like this would be priced above these EVs if spec was like for like?

[@frankmetcalfe9391]

Nice one . Always loved this SUV

[@caffjohn]

That brown interior is hideous 🤢

[@MiniEggs1999]

Looks like you managed to get all of the marks out of the brown leather?

[@chrisisearth]

Seen that very car going up m1 two weeks ago. Lady driving it though. I've a white selection + with winter pack ordered. ETA August. 4th one I've gotten from annesley.

[@lisamariewalsh-r6v]

Q is there a new Karoq coming in 2025? Is it worth holding off getting a 242?

[@rivierapalms6485]

Love the review! Especially liked the very final statement about it no longer cheaper than a VW! ❤

[@AlixLondon]

currently after completing my 3000km test drive (father-in-laws running it in) I reckon its still better value, your getting VW/Audi quality, drive but with a discount

[@Truthbomb918]

I must say that for a car review this was lacking. Was more of a brochure bullet point list. Maybe show the boot in 5 seater mode, get in the rear row to show if it's easy to do and what room there is etc

[@NobbyOnCars]

As I said multiple times in the video, I’ve two other previous videos of the car showing different aspects.

[@Truthbomb918]

@@NobbyOnCars I just don't get it, why so many videos for one vehicle. This offered nothing more than kids make cars dirty

[@NobbyOnCars]

@@Truthbomb918 well 50,000 others seem perfectly happy with it. Maybe watch another video on another channel. Have a nice day.

[@Truthbomb918]

@@NobbyOnCars already unsubscribed. Maybe don't be so touchy about viewers opinions, take it as constructive criticism. And yes it got 50k views but so can any click bait. Of that 50k less than 500 and that's the more important number, gave a thumbs up so what does that tell you

[@lpbrok]

Would you recommend the sunroof?

[@NobbyOnCars]

Yeah I think it could be a dark dreary place without one

[@sharon-c4n]

is the 2.0 TDI 2x4 nimble enough to overtake on the highway?

[@NobbyOnCars]

Depends on how loaded you are with passengers. I've driven that engine in lots of cars, recently in an Audi A3 and it's perfect but a loaded luggage and passenger Kodiaq is going to weigh a bit more obviously.

[@sharon-c4n]

@@NobbyOnCars pretty standard stuff. 2 kids. a dog. not much beyond that. Should i go for the 4x4 or the 2x4 should do the trick? also, how would both compare for long drives? 200+ km in terms of comfort

[@sharon-c4n]

@@NobbyOnCars the A3 weighs much less then the Kodiaq though

[@JessSmith-g1e]

I have to have a PHEV for tax purposes so would you go for this or the tiguan and would you go for DCC?

[@NobbyOnCars]

I'd go for DCC (might be standard with PHEV actually?) but between models, I'd just pick whichever you prefer, they're the same car essentially.

[@JessSmith-g1e]

@@NobbyOnCars thank you dcc is standard on the tiguan but optional on the skoda

[@ThePetrolhead94]

Is it just the camera or does the leather have a horrible texture to it, makes it look very cheap

[@next9245]

it's cheap, it's Škoda after all not Audi

[@FJWH]

I’ve ordered the PHEV, diesel here in the Netherlands not available 😢

[@blazbohinc4964]

sportline comes in 4 odd weeks where I live. I can't wait. I've been talking to the dealer for the past 8 months trying to squeeze as much info out and I can't wait to order. 2.0TSI FTW

[@FILIPOWITCH]

4 odd weeks wheres that ?

[@NobbyOnCars]

My thoughts too

[@DECENTRALIZE-sq4yh]

@@FILIPOWITCH In the Netherlands it can be ordered starting the end of July 2024.

[@MilkowskiSalach]

I don’t miss a day a week kislux This show..

[@theanswer1993]

I'll just buy the new Duster for 23k instead. Much better price value

[@georgibg]

PHEV still not available in Switzerland. I will wait for the Peugeot e-5008 to come out before pulling the trigger.

[@wise_human]

The same here. Meanwhile driving 1.2 petrol 408 gt. Outstanding car, but need more space and want phev.

[@AgentCurry4521]

Can you do a review on the refreshed kia sorento?

[@minnietoby]

Is this a 2ltr diesel

[@NobbyOnCars]

Yes

[@proptanz3377]

If this weighs 1600-1900 and gets 900km. It's worse than an electric , 85kwh eniraq can go 520km with ez while being 500kg heavier.

[@liammurphy7234]

Collecting mine on Tuesday.150 diesel.

[@jimj2683]

Black seats also get ugly with sunscreen.

[@anthonybelton9093]

750 km out of a tank is more realistic , filled ours 3 times and that's the average , no way near 900 km ,

[@NobbyOnCars]

Well I must’ve imagined the mileage I got out of it so……

[@proptanz3377]

You're rather better getting an electric from China or a BYD hybrid for 40k with better quality and over 1000km range.

[@heindaddel2531]

The resolution of the rear camera is a joke and not up to date

[@hoanduy3922]

This car you need buy more package to get more features on the car. too expensive etc to others car range.

[@theoverlord1925]

€60,000! That’s a lot of money.

[@proptanz3377]

At that point it costs more tham an EV.

[@steliosanastasopoulos580]

53K starting price for a Skoda is unacceptable! I don't care how good it is..!!!

[@NobbyOnCars]

I hear ya but they sell like hot cakes so 🤷🏼

[@jingle9691]

Why is it? 🤔 If it's as good if not better than other 53k cars how could they justify selling it for less? Everything in life is only worth what people are willing to pay for them and these cars are selling faster than most.

[@proptanz3377]

BYD at 53k would give you a luxury experience, while the skoda experience is boring and plain.

[@markthacker9387]

No one can afford them ,they have lost vast swathes of customers they once had including me , ive brought 8 brand new skodas over 30 years from favourite to superb thanks but no.

[@NobbyOnCars]

@@markthacker9387 their market share had literally never been higher. 1 in 4 diesel cars registered this year are a Škoda for example. You might not like the prices but they have not lost customers like you’re suggesting.

[@mindaugaskuncaitis2909]

Hi, do not buy it before test drive, front wheels, especially with DCC plus have very bad noise, as shaking, resonance to car body. Without DCC plus a bit better but still very bad. All the rest in car is +/- ok, but price for fully equipped should be max 45k €, 57k € is far too much for such quality

[@NobbyOnCars]

Absolute rubbish sorry you cannot post that and not be challenged on it.

[@mindaugaskuncaitis2909]

@@NobbyOnCars Sorry, tested 3 versions including new Tiguan and all has same problem. Even official dealers recommend not to order now with dcc plus and pro as both have same problem, people should know truth

[@stuartcaddick5696]

I know it's a smaller car, but my 23 plate Karoq is horrendously noisy. The tyre roar and cabin drone are so bad that I wear noise cancelling headphones on my 23 mile motorway commute. Skoda have cheapened out so much now, it's laughable. And sound insulation has taken such a hit. I owned a 2009 Fabia that cost me £9600 new. My Karoq cost £37000 and is as noisy as the Fabia. Unacceptable.

[@NobbyOnCars]

@@mindaugaskuncaitis2909 well I’ve driven new Passat, Superb, Tiguan, Kodiaq and Elroq all with DCC and have not experienced what you’re describing.

[@terrydelahunt842]

I'm sure its a good car but it's incredibly dull looking from the outside.

[@ПЁТРПЁТР-Україна]

коричневий колір салону це гірше не придумаєш. Якщо купляти Кодіак, то тільки комплектацію СпортЛайн.

[@vdub8567]

Tiguan is not much difference in price and is a nicer car than the skoda

[@PR-cj8pd]

Smaller boot

[@UhOhUmm]

Tiguan is a lot smaller, Kodiaq is about the same size as Tiguan Allspace was.