Which is better? The Škoda Kodiaq or the Volkswagen Tiguan? Best family SUV UK 4K

If you're in the market for a family car then you can guarantee these two cars from the same family have crossed your mind... but which is the better choice? The Volkswagen Tiguan or the Škoda Kodiaq?
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[@nat_blueberry7011]

Skoda looks way more premium than Tiguan.

[@lumajs]

The group generously makes cars for everyone's taste. Those who prefer the premium, rugged, structured, handsome, muscular, comfortable, authoritative designs will probably pick the Kodiaq. Those who prefer to praise the uninspiring dull cheap looking flat weak ugly duckling will go for the Tiguan 😂.

[@avgusak]

But when you sit inside and see and touch the materials, you realize that Skoda is a little bit lower then VW...

[@lumajs]

@@avgusak You are wrong, the interior materials and the finish are a bit better in Škoda these days, too. Some of the cheaper VW feeling is hidden behind their more sustainable, animal free, and otherwise politically correct efforts which are stronger than in Škoda but it is hard to verify how much sustainable VW actually is and whether the compromises are necessary.

[@nat_blueberry7011]

@@avgusak that is really not true. At least for me.

[@gloin34]

Lcd screen in Tiguan looks more premium than Kodiaq’s. But I like Skoda more

[@sunnygill2671]

Nice review tish like how you fitted both cars in x

[@simeonbennettphotography9111]

Brilliant comparison car review video Tish 👏🏻hope you have a great Sunday 👍

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you! You too!

[@vorpalteaspoon8904]

Very nicely put together video, Tishes

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you very much!

[@radoslavkotrik9315]

I have tested both. Skoda = less noise to me, much more luxurious interior, better dashboard

[@x3merx3mer]

Awesome idea how to make VS videos when you only have access to the cars one at a time. Nice work 👍

[@74Ljay]

Great video Tish 🙌🏾❤️🙌🏾

[@balleke1987]

Great video,well done!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you very much!

[@edmundhayes1840]

Really liked this comparison format. Great job, Tish! I'd take the SKODA out of the two, seems to win on practically

[@Marc-fr6ls]

Good video. Nice editing. Greeting from the Netherlands

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you very much!

[@2011robertw]

Great video Tish. Its the Kodiaq for me.

[@P.J.B.769]

Brilliantly edited video Tish very professionally done. As for the choice of vechicle having just took delivery of the out going model of the R-Line edition my heart says stick with VW.But the Skoda kodiaq interrior is very impressive indeed. I'm not sure if i would go for either of the the colours of the cars featured in your video though.

[@MohanSai26]

Wow great video.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@-DC-]

Skoda definitely, Great Car and the Dealers in General offer a pretty good service.

[@sharonec5419]

Very good video Tish. You done a really good job doing it. I am team Kodiaq.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for the appreciation 🥰🥰 good choice, I love tan leather 👌🏼

[@sharonec5419]

@@AutoSocialUK You are welcome Tish. Me too. Anything but full black which is just dull.

[@Pavlogradski]

Amazing work Tish! Great sound level and video colors. Looking forward to 50k right ❤

[@lauriestokes6388]

An excellent review for me personally as both 10:41 of these cars are on my shortlist, I think Im leaning towards the 5 seat Skoda

[@KingFozzie1]

Team Kodiaq 100%. So classy.

[@AC-ManuGB]

This should be Tiguan vs Karoq, not the Kodiac. The Kodiac is a 7 seater, you can only compare this against a Tiguan Allspace. The Tiguan is the equivalent of the Skoda Karoq, and the Seat Ateca and they each use the same floor plan.

[@jasonwalsh8299]

Great video, brilliant unique take on how to do a head to head review. Bar has been set.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰🥰🥰

[@janbruinenberg5767]

Hi Tish. Great comparison. Thanks. Indeed a question of taste (classy of somewhat more modern) and need fore space. My choice is the Tiguan. But what about the driving experience? The kodiaq is about 117 kilo more than the Tiguan. (Both 1.5 Tsi 110 kw petrol version). Can you share your findings?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Tbf, for the driving I do, they both felt perfectly adequate and you didn’t feel the added weight of the Kodiaq. However, the 2.0 diesel felt much more suited on the Skoda. I enjoyed that the most.

[@valleyvoice9259]

And it's Skoda for me Tish

[@erwingommer5493]

Skoda a beautiful car looks good!

[@bradc9123]

Future Tish could be an ongoing character

[@floraexoticsfloraexotics]

Brilliant review .. I would go with the Skoda .

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for watching. Good choice!

[@floraexoticsfloraexotics]

@@AutoSocialUK thank you 🤩

[@MikiM89]

The versatility of the 7 seater kodiaq seems unbeatable to me. Even though I have "only" two children, the idea of being able to carry two more people appeals me

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

I would have the Škoda.

[@frankfarrell9262]

Skoda for me …

[@garrygrant2827]

The new tiguan is a huge improvement on the older model and is a really nice car . The new skoda kodiaq is way better than the older model as well if i was offered any one from both manufacturers i would go for the skoda kodiaq 2.0tdi dsg 193 4x4 as this is the one i really like the most

[@chryschrysostomou5392]

If I do opt for a non-EV car, it would need to be a PHEV. I don't need 7 seats and the Tiguan boot is ample. So, minimum external dimensions are best. After viewing your presentation of the Tiguan, I'm thinking the top power PHEV would probably be my choice, even though I recommend the Skoda everywhere! How would the Superb Estate in PHEV stand up in a 5 seat test? Brilliant comparison presentation, thank you Tish! ❤

[@Jishin85]

Well, the Skoda Kodiaq IV, the PHEV option, is coming end of year if you are willing to wait. It will be 5 seats only and it's personally what I'm waiting for.

[@karastas76]

Dream cars both. I prefer Kodiak. Although Here in Greece we cannot afford any because the petrol price is 2€ per litter.

[@KingFozzie1]

2,34 here in the Netherlands 😢

[@anthonystevens8683]

As mentioned Skoda is no longer the bargain brand for cars and let's face it they haven't been for quite a while. What they do offer though is decent spec and space with more function over form. It might be worth looking at the equipment though. From experience some features standard on the VW are options on the Skoda and vice versa. Personally for my money I'd consider the Skoda if it would fit in my driveway.

[@TonyP-fn7zq]

Should have compared the Sportline version as this is the same as the R-line trim

[@AutoSocialUK]

Sportline isn’t being released for a few months, so I thought this was more current 👍🏼

[@SKHool84]

I must be getting old as I think both the outgoing models look better in the exterior than these new models. I'm not entirely sold on the interiors either.

[@jondoe1127]

Always had VW but I like the new outside shape of the Skoda without bright plastic wheel arches and front and rear of the VW. The inside of the Skoda I’d also less bright and modern plastic look. I think VW have over shown their modern views with the Tiguan.

[@zzhughesd]

New Kodiak is Auto only ??? Did I miss this in your Kodiaq video Tish??? Nobby on Cars channel just reviewed Skoda out in Spain, guess must have skipped through the Skoda video. Manufacturers getting lady, Exotics went Auto only decade back, but mainstream companies ditching manual???

[@peterday3067]

The important thing for the four wheel drive is ground clearance. The Kodiaq has it.

[@Galal409]

I’d take the one with chunky padding surrounding it! As all true SUVs should be!!! Matt black will not show minor scuffs (inevitable!) as the glossy one would!!!

[@sharonec5419]

Eh are these cars not both in different classes? However if I was to choose it would be the Skoda of course. There is a reason thatcVW have Skoda building the new Passet because Skoda do it better. I would choose the Skoda it will be better built looks better inside and out and it will be more reliable and possible cheaper too with better equipment as well.

[@zzhughesd]

No +2 Tiguan in this generation??? They have had it before. Looked at one in doom blue in a car park other day. Looked too large. Don’t mind a Tig but in doom long wheel base just looked like a which reader family mobile

[@elzorab1]

Why are you comparing a C segment car with a D segment car?

[@NZsarge1]

The Tiguan is better looking on the outside, the interior of the Kodiak is much more premium in appearance anyway. Did I hear correctly that all the Tiggies are front drive only? If so I’d give it a miss on that alone..

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes!! All front wheel drive for now 🤯🤯🤯

[@JakubFerenc1911]

5:30 Simplistic !== Simple

[@SW46NH]

They both bigga and betta😂. Love your accent

[@AutoSocialUK]

It’s funny because someone comment on this very video saying I’d gone ‘too posh’ 😂😂😂😂

[@SW46NH]

@@AutoSocialUK love your reviews by the way 😀

[@raymurray2340]

Unfortunately the R-line doesn't come with power assisted tailgate as standard 😥

[@AutoSocialUK]

Are you sure? I though Match and above get an electric boot?

[@raymurray2340]

@@AutoSocialUK 100% sure been looking into buying one. Match & above do get an electric boot but not the R-Line it’s an optional extra. Thought it was pretty poor that.

[@robertlloyd7493]

Almost like having a twin sister 😊

[@AutoSocialUK]

One of me is enough!!

[@edwardott7239]

@@AutoSocialUK I beg to differ, Tish...can never have too many of your gorgeous self! ❤

[@sssp3066]

why would you compare a D segment SUV with a C segment? It should be Karoq to be compared, not Kodiaq.

[@harlowrog1]

Not when you compare the prices

[@bawhitham]

I like your reviews, but I wish you would get the middle level cars rather than the top of the line. I would never buy an R version of VW.

[@davidjones535]

Nothing more then today's version of the mini vans of the 1980s and 90s and doesn't any car makers do compact cars any more that don't cost a arm and a leg .

[@mikeball5883]

They used to say Škoda was the thinking man’s Volkswagen because it was better value for the money same build quality and engines but now they are priced within a few hundred pounds of vw

[@AutoSocialUK]

You’re right Mike!

[@jenny80myles]

I really like both of them. If I have to pick one, it will be the Tiguan only because it's slightly smaller, easier to park and I don't think I will need 7 seats in the foreseeable future. Great video. :)

[@itsmikedev]

There are trims both with and without the 7 seats on the Kodiaq :)

[@user-mo5rv5hg1r]

@@itsmikedev але він завжди залишається довгим.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Good choice!

[@m.c5392]

Tiguan❤

[@marc9282]

Tiguan looks great 👌

[@adarshwankhade4067]

Same Same but different

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

Sdoa Kodiac better choice i think

[@x.kasiouris5503]

From the outside i am 100% kodiaq but i have seen a few vids of wobly plastics on it

[@autoenthusiastindia1365]

It's not fair to compare the Tiguan and Kodiaq, would we better to compare the Allspace and Kodiaq.

[@user-sp7ix7lm9q]

Skoda

[@jurajboric786]

Kodiaq all the way ❤

[@martinthompson8967]

Skoda wins for me

[@lordcritias]

Both got it pros and cons. Skoda looks unlovable from the rear, Tiguan from the front. Sadly the skoda interior just looks premium, but is not. The Tiguan interior looks way better during night where the LED just are better made. Same can be said about speakers, HD matrix vs skoda older. They made it intentionally that Skoda is getting worse technology while the cost is almost similar.

[@Adam-mg1jb]

Dlaczego do poróżnią wzięliście Tiguana R-line a Kodiaq nie jest w specyfikacji Sport line ?? Zwykły Tiguan wygląda gorzej…

[@AutoSocialUK]

Only cars I had access to unfortunately. However, I do agree with you. Not the most ideal pairing.

[@williamnoble294]

Both from the same stable

[@leeroyrupere]

The Tiguan is just irresistibly sexy.😘😘😘🤩🤩🤩. The Boy has no competition.

[@kennyvermeulen3827]

Rear of Skoda looks like a french car

[@jimbarton5253]

But they're different category of car. The Tiguan is equivalent to the Karoq.

[@Rm-no6jr]

Thanks for the nice review. Tbh, the old Tiguan is in all departments better than this new version. I do think, all those changes inside and out are more about following the trend in the market, specially in Asian cars. The old Tiguan is timeless and clean inside and out.

[@user-mo5rv5hg1r]

Тут Тігуан виглядає краще ніж Кодьяк. Щось в Шкоді з дизайнерами негаразд. Фольцваген знову лідер !!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Do you think? I quite like the Skoda

[@user-mo5rv5hg1r]

@@AutoSocialUK Фольцваген тут выглядит более пропорционален. Шкода излишне длинная. (но это на любителя)

[@viktorslavov9097]

I've sat and in driven both cars. Kodiaq is much cheap on the interior inside and Tiguan is way more refined car on the road. To me Tiguan looks much more modern wheres Kodiaq retains the old boring cabin style and exterior.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Which specification Kodiaq did you test?

[@viktorslavov9097]

@@AutoSocialUK In my case I was after the petrol eTSI 1.5 engines so I tested the same on both. It is really nice engine with the coasting of 2 only cylinders and shutting down itself everywhere it can.

[@meryuk]

If the VW design is more daring, then the other car's design must be really... tame. Tish (Spain): Bloody Tish (UK): H... 😊 Great review, worth the effort PS kodiaq actually 👍🏻

[@robertowen8440]

For me, the Kodiaq looks a lot more upmarket than the Tiguan. The VW looks too much like a Kia to me. The Kodiaq seems to have the more upmarket interior too. Sportline will no doubt get the sporty interior with seats similar to the VW.

[@AutoSocialUK]

For sure!! If you check out Amelia Automotives channel, she filmed the Sportline. It’s REALLY nice

[@stevebailey6504]

20 inch wheels not 18

[@sanjaynaravi3876]

She speaks with a British accent, quotes prices in pounds, but the cars are left hand drive American.

[@AutoSocialUK]

When British car reviewers test cars, we usually test them in Europe before they arrive in the UK

[@smrckovyatelierytlapkaa.s.6955]

tiguan is smaller, has a smaller trunk, less room for rear passengers and has 5 seats, kodiaq is bigger and has 7 seats price in Ireland the same the choice is simple

[@Jz-fj5ki]

7 SPEED DSG is a dry clutch gearbox then chances of failure is high..

[@pablos.4163]

USB C for Dashcam has only Skoda Kodiaq

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes that’s good to note!!

[@143580BUD]

Tiguan looks hideous so I’d go for the Kodiaq. Same car just different shell. Tiguan looks to plasticky outside now and I don’t like the light across the front or just anything about the looks really. I like the seats as they’re the ones from the Octavia vrs that’s all I do like about the car. Skoda were a working mans alternative to a ford or Vauxhall but they’ve gotten to expensive for what they are. Will I buy either, nope

[@richgl31]

So it’s a no for pastiche 😉.

[@robans]

I can see that one of those 2 girls likes VW more and other one likes Škoda.

[@AutoSocialUK]

But which one do you agree with?

[@robans]

@@AutoSocialUK I prefer older cars without sily ambient lights and with proper physical buttons, and my wallet is thankfull for my likes.

[@lumajs]

The schizophrenia conversation between the Tishes from two times is amusing. I still suspect that both of them said things from a script written before the epochs of both Tishes.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I don’t actually script anything I film however, my laptop was in the back of the Kodiaq so I could remember what I had said in the Tiguan video 😂😂😂

[@lumajs]

@@AutoSocialUK This is truly impressive if true, Tish. 😂

[@AutoSocialUK]

@@lumajs I have notes in my phone of things I would like to say/cover but I’m filming 3 videos a week currently and it’s starting to flow out of my mouth. A bit like the Aperol Spritz from the night before inbetween takes of the Kodiaq 😂😂😂😂😂

[@x3merx3mer]

Tiguan looks chinese from 10 years ago. ...why didn't they keep whoever designed Arteon? Kodiaq is not without flaws either, those headlights with rounded corners (while everything else being sharp and angular) are hurting my eyes, but still is decades ahead VW.

[@MiniEggs1999]

Bloody impressive use of limited resources. You must be exhausted. Go and have another spritzer. As for the cars I would take Skoda practically over VW chintz every time

[@AutoSocialUK]

I actually under-played how hungover I was too! I was rather ill between takes…. 🤢 but I was determined to do it as I had already filmed half of the Tiguan

[@ekspert081]

Kodiaq!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Good choice

[@jpht1964]

If i had to choose i’ll go for the Tiguan R in Nightshade Blue Metallic. Just love VW more than Skoda. And thanks for this great review Tish, see you next sunday..

[@AutoSocialUK]

See you Wednesday 😉

[@jpht1964]

⁠looking forward 😊

[@Jmy777]

Tiguan resale value will be far superior to the Skoda, so VW every time.

[@MrMargeni]

Skoda is better

[@joe80ss]

The Tiguan does look better, but Skoda gives you more for your money.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I think you’re right!

[@ConradSharp-kt9yt]

Prefer Skoda and i 😊always buy VW…

[@jamiep61]

The Tiguan looks better, particularly in R Line Spec 😊

[@AutoSocialUK]

I love the looks!

[@zzhughesd]

These modern colours aren’t going to age well. Like thatSwift other day. back 2008/9 Ford made a grim emolsion white called SPA. Only see 1 or 2 a year driving. People hated it

[@m2rtsoo]

Dont know how VW can make their cars look cheaper inside and charge more money for it :D

[@AutoSocialUK]

People just buying a badge 👀

[@neillordsnootyhawhaw812]

The Skoda interior is way more premium than the new VW Tiguan, which looks very CHAVY in comparison ….a definite down grade being in the new VW from the previous model…..🤦‍♂️

[@paddylee8434]

Skoda is light years ahead of the VW. New VW looking tacky as well. Skoda great VW not so much

[@heman691]

The Tiguan is worse now than before especially with half a laptop stuck on the dash.

[@michaelsmith2815]

A normal wheelchair does not fit in boot

[@mas1001]

Sorry,Over priced, BYD SEAL U is the suv am waiting for!

[@sebnysa]

I chose VW, why? Well, the dismal rear lights, the front ones lacking Matrix HD technology, the Skoda steering wheel looks grotesque, like a sad frog with those two arms. In my Tiguan, I opted for leather, but in Skoda, that cowhide-colored plastic skin doesn't really appeal to me. I suggest taking a look at how the Tig looks with leather seats. The rear row of seats is also somewhat of a misunderstanding, unless someone sits there and has no legs. Upon opening the trunk, I like those tastefully poorly covered holes in Skoda. Additionally, those fabric inserts in the doors... oh, please...

[@sharonec5419]

Still the Renault Austral is classier and better looking than either of these. The Austral is the one I would have.

[@AutoSocialUK]

That’s a very good shout! I feel like I haven’t been in one of those for AGES

[@sharonec5419]

@@AutoSocialUK You could do a Comparision test with one against one or both of these :).

[@erhanozdal7930]

Kodiaq, çirkin arka stop lambası sorununu çözmedikçe benim ilgimi çekemeyecek.

[@AutoSocialUK]

You don’t like them?

[@erhanozdal7930]

@@AutoSocialUK absolutely. I see the the same problem in all skoda’s models.

[@carlosmartins7059]

Ridiculous and misleading comparison, cars from different segments.

[@brukanbrugner6978]

I feel Tiguan looks cheap inside. Better outside. Kodiaq looks much better inside and pretty sad on the outside. No one will buy any of them because of their beauty. It will make the difference your budget. Whooping 50k for an ICE car that is not premium.... ish... Skoda also has some extra room, but both are boring to configure: way too much options that should be in standard. So, do not say that R-Line si great or Kodiaq RS is fantastic. Very few people will pay that moneu for those models. Actually you have to compare them in cheaper or cheapest trims, and then you won't say anymore "what great cars are".