Skoda Kodiaq SUV 2020 7 seat in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews

[@JIMN_GG]

skoda has really stepped up their game, this car is amazing for its size and price

[@danny-boy1998]

That was in fucking 2001 + you could have had a faulty model....

[@jurejanezic5751]

Alex Voinea really? i had a 2000 fabia, and i had no problems as such..actually the car was just indestructable.

[@dfvsdfsf]

Did you try to close the window? Parts from CZ are much more foolproof then parts from Germany (check stats for DSG)...

[@justabagel5173]

i like the look its just way to expensive and the base engine seems way to weak.

[@cormacbcb]

Alex Voinea same for me with a 06 Octavia had to get control box replacee cuz of it

[@KillerMachineGER]

This is probably the best, most elegant and practical SUV in this price range. What an SUV this is!

[@kempflar]

My Octavia is 11 years old, and after almost 300.000 km still runs very good. Oils, filters and gas is all she needs. I like the Kodiak. Maybe my next car... when they become available as second hand vehicles :)

[@frankxu1807]

I've changed my 10-year-old Octavia to a Kodiaq earlier this year. It't good.:)

[@elmahdiouboubker3031]

😅 Sorry for being curious, but.... did you get it?

[@Askingly]

I have a 2007 Octavia wagon. I bought a 2021 Kodiaq this year & love it. We kept the Octavia as a car for my mum to use when she visits as it still runs fine, just some paint issues.

[@johnc007]

I’m a VW owner and I have to admit, the Skoda is very cool. Also with VW, the sat nav, alcantara seats and LED lights are optional extras, whereas on this Skoda they are free on expensive models. I wouldn’t mind one! Lol.

[@scrumpymanjack]

“Free on expensive models”. Doesn’t it strike you that there is something wrong with the logic here?

[@leonidaspilios1013]

@@scrumpymanjack I think he means they are standard instead of optinal because in more expensive VW vehicles they are still optinal

[@berenggarbett6153]

Skoda is a VW

[@julianlami6356]

Should've just called it the 'Skodiaq'

[@thorbjrnmadsen4984]

Julian Lami That would be a boring name to name the car after the manufacturers' name

[@rscosworthfan]

ferrari did with the laferrari

[@nadim2769]

Imagine if Lamborghini reveals a Lamborghini La-lamborghini

[@DutchBane]

Nadim Chowdhury la m borghini

[@trev0074]

WHY ?

[@Polo-gj9on]

Am I the only one who actually likes skoda

[@bedepal]

nope :-)

[@pount6654]

No I have had 5 and I love them, just got rid of a BMW 320D for another Octavia

[@toledo152]

Taylor Swift Ts6 love skoda

[@__Mr.White__]

Yes, you are the only one. There is no other.

[@mikeymarmalade]

This car is fab

[@Kubjek]

Loved the "hidden" old school Škoda. Was actually my favorite car as a kid!

[@user-gs3kt7vs3y]

In Australia we have 4 models, a 132tsi and 132tsi Sportline and 140tdi and 140 TDi Sportline, I have a tsi Sportline with absolutely everything, 360 camera, blindspot, lane assist and different driving modes

[@sbomorse]

Mat you seem to have super human speed - 3:58 the seats are down, 3:59 they're magically back up and 4:00 they're down again!

[@karlp8484]

This car is just so damn good. I could tell Mat was really really impressed.

[@samout321]

Picture of old Skoda 120 in mobile phone in the glovebox is good joke :-)

[@diazemap]

Actually it's Škoda 130 Rapid. Not that it makes any difference, all these 80s Škoda cars were jokes. Not as bad as other Eastern bloc cars (good rustproofing, easy to maintain, great as rally cars) but not what the cars should have been if communism hadn't happened. The modern cars are just VWs with the only difference of being bigger and cheaper than their VW counterparts.

[@haroldhavel9957]

diazemap actually, the old Škoda rapids were pretty nice cars and are still partially sought after today due to their rarity (under 50000 made in total)

[@souzana.doukidou883]

Skids.gr

[@shroomyesc]

The dash looks better than that in a Volkswagen

[@BoldOne8760]

It's very similar to the Volkswagen Atlas on the inside.

[@Yb807-g]

@@BoldOne8760 You mean tiguan allspace

[@BoldOne8760]

@@Yb807-g Atlas is an American Volkswagen, it's completely different from the Allspace.

[@Yb807-g]

@@BoldOne8760 oh ok

[@richardwaring9197]

Fabulous car. I had one while I lived in Spain for 4 years and since getting back have bought another one over here in the UK. Wonderful for long distance road trips (2500 miles in France this summer) or into town. I have the 150hp diesel auto SEL and it drives beautifully. I even look forward to driving it! I use the 7 seats regularly for use with extended family and it's incredibly practical.

[@jamesbensch6]

Danm. My car gets only 28mpg and it only has a 1.5 110hp Petrol. My old car, which had a 0.8L 70hp diesel got 71mpg. This gets 40 which is amazing for an SUV! Definitely better than every other SUV here in Canada

[@AnishSomawar]

It only comes in one variant here in India and is priced at 44500 GBP which is nuts. Man it's tough buying cars here.

[@nikolatesic1786]

Cars are way more expensive these days

[@berenggarbett6153]

That is cheap

[@danmccarthy4700]

Q: How does a Skoda let the driver know there's a problem with the motor? A: The "Czech Engine" light! Wokka wokka wokka! (I'm sorry, that was awful.)

[@allymash1964]

😂

[@la_micka8697]

Thanks god VW doesnt let skoda invent engines after 1.2 HTP disaster

[@bojned]

@@la_micka8697 We have two cars with 1.2 htp. One has 200.000km on the clock, other around 70.000.No problems at all. Such a disaster.

[@jsmfnt]

At 4:00 the 3rd row seats magically went up and then down again

[@newmedes]

Good bit of editing 😉

[@SohamBapat1]

Just wanted to say the '5 cool things' is something great and unique!

[@kimgriffiths8850]

Ahhhhh Matt, you didn't say "the very back"! You're the only other person I've ever heard say it (apart from my family) + you use an Android phone! Top quality man!!!

[@davidhayes4814]

"First really desirable Skoda?" Depends on your aspirations of course but Skoda make some lovely cars, especially in decent spec.... Octavia RS, Superb Estate with 190 PS diesel in high trim.... and others. All great cars, with good residuals.... Residuals...now there is a good test of being desirable.

[@karlp8484]

Yeah, that comment was a bit jarring, Skoda's been making damn good cars for decades now.

[@НовиСадСрбија]

It is super popular in Serbia because of the great price and quality :)

[@ladyg2349]

I'm glad that I found this video. Thanks for making my life a little easier in comparing a car. Skoda is a good brand, but not many people know.

[@Secna]

That sneaky skoda rapid at 5:03 also I recommend buying a tempered glass screen protector because the basic one looks horrible peeling off in the corners.

[@TheBestPeterKostal]

I love that detail with HTC smartphone with old Skoda Rapid picture :D

[@lennoxfitchett4599]

Good video but shouldn't this car be compared to the Volkswagen Touareg not the Tiguan?

[@rv1157]

Lennox Fitchett it is the same base as the Tiguan as the Touareg is with a different basic structure. The 5 Seat Kodiaq competes with the Tiguan

[@BoldOne8760]

The Kodiaq should be compared to the Tiguan Allspace. The Karoq is compared to the Tiguan.

[@joanna9632]

Mats reviews are the best in the business, love it

[@stepanbest9736]

How can this video be 5 years old when 2020 was just 2 years ago...

[@scottishfanta]

I think this is the only new car that i would actually buy!

[@Barboruzele]

Such a good car! Good review as always

[@rianoluasa2336]

I think the fact that you only have two baby seat points is a good safety feature if you get rear ended or maybe in a head-on collision

[@thepiggyprophet]

9:40 I thought was the NEW SKODA KODIAQ 2020 NOT 2017

[@newmedes]

I've had 3 skoda cars , getting my new kodiaq in July and cant wait 😁

[@lapamful]

Great review and there's certainly plenty to get excited about, including adaptive dampers (on a Skoda!), but I'm sorry, that jerky gearbox issue is a deal breaker for me. My ma has a Skoda and it's really annoying. If there's one thing that makes her car feel really cheap, it's this issue. Is this one of VW's cheaper gearboxes or something?

[@JULIAN71102]

lapamful its because its a double clutch system, its basically an automated manual gearbox with 2 clutches so being jerky at low speed is very normal its the nature of a double clutch transmission

[@lapamful]

Julian J ok thanks. That makes sense. But I'm just trying to remember other automatics I've driven that have been as bad as that. But maybe they weren't double clutch...

[@patrikcent1]

you know whats funny actually? The "jerkiness" of the Skodas DSG might be on purpose... as Czechs consider that the jerkiness makes the car more sporty and Czechs, especially Skoda drivers feel like Schumacher anytime when driving. I think it really might be on purpose. Even some BMW M customer survey stated that customers want jerky shifts because it made their car more sporty in their opinion. However I dont understand why do they use a dry double clutch system in Skodas

[@lapamful]

Not sure if you're joking or not. But we're not talking about jerky shifts in the way an Aventador does. We're talking at slow speeds in traffic where you speed up a little, then slow down and the gearbox doesn't want to shift into 1st for ages, then when it does there's a huge jerking motion.

[@JULIAN71102]

lapamful i own an audi A3 2009 with the DSG(S-tronic) double clutch transmission, its only jerky at very low speeds, like when starting to accelerate and hills i

[@jake21I1]

Is this related to the new VW Atlas? Exterior design looks similar. Starting to see the Atlas in Austin, Texas.

[@graffitiedface]

4:00 how did the seats rear seats suddenly pop up when the camera shot in and then back down when the camera panned out?🤔

[@mysgd02]

Skoda cracked it another very practical SUV my only criticism is it should have had ISOFIX on ALL seats apart from that it a very cool vehicle.

[@the___truth8038]

This is the only review channel where I'll watch, whether I like the car or not lol 😂

[@zambe811]

You can see where they are sharing parts with VW. Infotainment system and the seat design come directly from the new Tiguan!

[@joepapa1982]

Great video review as usual plus love the 120L in the upper glove box. Funny touch

[@gautamrabha6402]

another amazing video. simply love them. keep them coming.

[@greggster100]

Love the glovebox pic! 👍👍👍

[@rubenito84]

2:34 What happened to the D pillar plastic?

[@レム-b7l5x]

Ruben FZ He pressed his head on the roof of the car, thus causing the roof lining to raise from the pillar.

[@jrice610]

Good review. Please include towing capacity.

[@Kayson2024]

Ur reviews matter the most when i need to choose a car

[@MrMagnificentMedia]

At first I thought this car was ugly as hell, but it's growing on me. Nice review as always Mat!

[@thakursachin]

One correction : You can have isofix in the front passenger seat as an option.

[@loveitorscrapit6673]

Great car very practical. With load's of space for the family. Big thumbs up.

[@philbrownsey-hughes2793]

Just about to purchase this very car and was a little sketchy on whether to get it as some of your reviews on Skodas has been a not get it! But this one has you and many friends giving it a thumbs up! So know I'm getting the right car now!

[@muireannmulchrone1221]

2:34 What happened to the top left (our veiw) it popped out of place lol

[@senseihEnRY16]

such a handsome and practical big suv. Lately Skoda is far more attractive than Volkswagen

[@kapilaidasani3064]

Great review Mat....what would you choose and why between a Skoda Kodiaq and Tiguan Allspace ? Your opinion will really help me decide which one to go for....thanks in advance

[@dailydrawluck]

Hey Watson please review the toyota fortuner 2017, if its available in the UK mate.

[@aniketchavan3200]

The Indian model of Kodiaq feels much more premium than the one shown in this video also comes with lot of features.

[@gandalfwiz20007]

I would buy this car, its alot cheaper that the Tiguan but the same quality

[@Zakariat89]

I think the interior looks even better than the Tiguan. Especially in beige color

[@gandalfwiz20007]

@@Zakariat89 yep, still, not the color i would chose if you have a kid or a dog :))

[@antoinedenis9922]

fun fact my dad rented this car via it's job, and skoda did shit on production of this car and we should receive it in 3 month if i remember and we got it past the 9 month of waiting but it is an awesome car but damn skodia miss the delivery launch for A LOT of customer for my dad working in a big renting car business he got some info about the process but it was a long waiting but right now he doesn't regret it at all

[@dragospahontu]

What engine/gearbox?

[@antoinedenis9922]

@@dragospahontu auto gearbox and the 150 diesel i think or somewhere close of 150 hp

[@stuartcraigon2003]

I felt the comment about the scratchy plastic on the doors in the rear was unjustified. I think Skoda have played a very good card there by making the bits children will touch and use harder wearing than what an adult will touch and use in the front. Other than that, great video. 🖒

[@livc444111]

Theweescot doubt they did because kids would sit in the back

[@stuartcraigon2003]

livc444111 yes and that's where the hard scratchy plastics are!

[@derekclark7545]

Mat you need need to test the Peugeot 3008 1.6 petrol auto against this Karoq but as a 1.5 petrol with auto, these two cars must be best in class, but how would you rate them.

[@Kisuke686]

Just to let you know, the kodiaq is a pretty awesome offroader in reality.

[@kalash3776]

Thanks to Matt watson boring car reviews are fun to watch !!!

[@darkstar5081]

I wonder, if you put all the seats down in the back, can you fit a double mattress in the back, while still able to close the boot door?

[@sd7325]

Great review. Love watching these segments. Can Carwow do a Kodiaq vs Discovery Sport and vs Asian counterpart like Santa Fe. SUVs are very popular in Australia and would love to see these comparisons since Skoda kodiaq has just been released down under. Great job guys.

[@AceEyedAce]

Do a comparison video between this and the new 5008

[@AkashSansanwal]

really good review ! thank you loving this car

[@egywalando5453]

i wonder why skoda doesnt move the badge to the middle of the grill so it doesnt look plain black

[@snipernun1233]

My mum has just. Bought one of these and I'm so excited!

[@amyk9813]

Do you still have it?

[@md.redazaari123]

2:34 You smashed the D pillar plastic cover with your big head :)

[@pauldavison7105]

Md. Reda Zaari no just moved the headlining with his head

[@nemanjaskrlin]

Can you make a video od seat leon or leon fr?

[@Triune3]

I can’t decide between Skoda kodiaq vs Kia Sorento. Which one is better Matt...

[@pauldavison7105]

Bobin Joy I've just tested both and no comparison. The cabin in the Kodiaq is huge compared to the Sorrento.

[@jackdoyle6442]

Please review the "Skoda Superb Hatchback" Thank you😊, really great and useful review.

[@FatTony444]

And no option to get a manual gearbox unless you go for 4WD. I don't need 4WD or 7 seats, but I do want luxury (SE L or Edition). That would really bring the cost down further if Skoda listen.

[@ZLAKOZILLA]

5:03 nice idea with that old skoda picture on the htc mobile :-)

[@oceanmaster7]

I am looking to purchase a Skoda Kodiaq. I am thinking of getting the Active (base model) with 2.0 diesel with 150hp FWD DSG. What do you think Mat? Is the 4x4 really worth the money? Thanks. Also congratulations on your new Suzuki Jimmny.

[@strviper9393]

Do a review with a ford kuga 2017

[@youtubeblows]

Wherever the hell you’re reviewing this car, and driving it, looks really nice and peaceful.

[@charliemolda297]

Do a review on the Mercedes GL / GLS

[@ExplorationOfAI]

Still waiting for the 2017 Mazda 3 review. I really want to know your opinion Matt, please do it.

[@alwaysgrowing369]

I found it stupid to put the spade for a buffalo in front of your knees to test the seats in the third row, until after you tested the benches with adequate space, there was still plenty of space to sit in the second row. This car wins all the comparatives among the famous. Like for your good job history.

[@johnVVest]

Did you people saw?At 2:36 when Matt is checking the 2 back seats there is a small problem with the roof,its breaking a little just above his head,look closely. Sorry for my grammar i am not english :D

[@pauldavison7105]

johnVVest that's just him pressing his head on the headlining creating a temporary gap. Would happen on any car

[@liutaurastomosevicius5938]

can you do a review on 2017 Kia cee'd sw?

[@oliverlesauvage5158]

It’s better than the Skoda Yeti And Skoda Citigo not like a box with a bit sticking out at the front!

[@pummyy]

Side of the car looks like a jeep Grand cherokee !! Is this built on the Q7 platform or completely new ?

[@talhaayaan344]

I don't understand about jerky dsg great box???

[@thruthegalaxy6660]

Mitsubishi Outlander 2016 review please?

[@rscosworthfan]

i love the look of this car if i could afford it id have one in grey

[@hojan4784]

5:03 that Rapid xDD😂😂😂 WTF?!

[@dimitarhristovskii]

Matt please make test on CITROEN DS7 HDI

[@simoemailas]

so you reviewed 2020 Skoda Kodiaq in 2017?

[@kevinnazreth]

Please do a video on ford endeavour... I'm planning to buy one

[@atthelord]

Will the British market get the VW Atlas?

[@Ben_Mayall]

Arman Talwar probably not but it looks gorgeous, never heard of it before tbh. I hope we do though

[@atthelord]

Jack Mayall it's truly a 7 seater, and honestly would kill the q7 market imo, even though they'd be in different price brackets .. (Apart from looking great, yes)

[@Ben_Mayall]

Arman Talwar yeah it looks like a meaner, bigger and better Tourag

[@milosilic23]

I think not, it was made specifically for the US market, since they love them big SUVs

[@StephenButlerOne]

No, this is on offer in the uk. Seen one last week on the road.

[@leem5894]

Kodiaq Edition or Peugeot 5008 GT? Need help to decide

[@pauldavison7105]

Lee M Skoda comes with AWD so is a real SUV and isn't french

[@HampusAgren]

Gives us a head to head between the kodiaq tiguan and the ateca!!!

[@pauldavison7105]

Hampus Agren the Karoq is a competitor for the Tiguan and Ateca. The Kodiaq is the size above and competes with Tiguan Allspace and the Seat Tarraco which is released soon.

[@LukasDubeda]

Guys a serious question: how do you turn off the infotainment display, but keep the radio on? I just don't want to be blinded by the display when driving at night. Thanks! Btw: the setting in the settings menu (turn off after 10s) is not sticky = it doesn't stay checked when you turn off the car. :(

[@johnmorgan1629]

2:36 When Mat sits in the 3rd row seats, the trim starts pulling apart, to the side of the seat, that's when it's new!

[@xbx2207]

Like the door protectors why VW didn't adapt this trick in their cars?

[@Beorn.]

I was considering one of these until I found out that you cannot get the four wheel drive with the petrol engine only the two wheel drive which is of no use to me where I go so its look else where. Pity really as I quite like the look. I do a lot of short trips so dont want dpf issues so no oil burners...They were available but Skoda have stopped selling petrol 4x4`s, shot themselves in the foot in my opinion.

[@MrTomek1112]

What do you mean the screen looks like a gameboy? My 06 passat has red screen that ACTUALLY looks like a gameboy

[@afonsomata6719]

It is the best car of 2017. Congratulations skoda !!

[@manavgupta7370]

@ 3:59

[@crazyfroggie6546]

did you get the Kodiaq bear keyring Matt?

[@elmahdiouboubker3031]

Wait ...!! how's this the 2020 model and this vid was posted 6yrs ago!!???😂😂😂

[@theevilmeister]

mat, you are my favorite car reviewer! thanks for the great content :)