Genesis GV70 vs Skoda Kodiaq
What's the difference?

Genesis GV70

$80,300 - $132,718

2026 price

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Skoda Kodiaq

$37,790 - $77,490

2025 price

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Summary

2026 Genesis GV70

2025 Skoda Kodiaq

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

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Turbo 4, 2.0L

Vehicle type

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Premium Unleaded Petrol

Electric range

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9.2L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

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Battery capacity

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Seating

Likes

Dripping with luxury features
Pretty inside and out
Great ongoing ownership value

Generous feature list for a base model
Clever, family friendly touches
Comfortable ride with solid cabin space

Dislikes

Spongey in corners
Lower EV range than some rivals
Boot is on the smaller side

Engine can feel flat under pressure
Glitchy infotainment and climate controls
Reversing camera quality isn’t great

2026 Genesis GV70 Summary

The Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance has had a meaningful update, and it’s not just a light refresh.

This latest version brings significant improvements to technology, safety, and design.

With only one grade available, this review looks at whether it’s the smart choice for anyone wanting to step into a luxury electric medium SUV.

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2025 Skoda Kodiaq Summary

In the eight years it’s been in our market, the Skoda Kodiaq large SUV has only seen modest updates, but the second-generation seven-seater marks a firm step forward.

You still get all of the clever practicality that Skoda is known for, but it now features a (slightly) sharper design, a raft of new features, improved technology and more room inside.

This week, my family of three has been living with the base 140TSI Select variant to find out whether this understated contender deserves more attention and if its rivals should start to worry.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Genesis GV70 2025 Skoda Kodiaq

Verdict

The updated Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance is packed with features, effortless on the road, and backed by fantastic ownership value. This isn’t just polished luxury, it’s smart luxury, making it a vehicle worth serious consideration. The only caveat? I’d opt for a different interior colour to white if you have kids or pets.

Verdict

The new Skoda Kodiaq Select 140TSI is a quiet achiever. It may not be as flashy as some of its rivals, and the engine won’t knock your socks off, but it delivers where it counts. This is a well-rounded seven-seater that’s comfortable, practical and cleverly equipped with more standard features than you’d typically expect from a base grade. If you’re after a family SUV that flies under the radar but ticks all the right boxes, the Kodiaq deserves a close look.

Genesis GV70 vs Skoda Kodiaq What's the difference?

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Verdict

Genesis GV70 vs Skoda Kodiaq
What's the difference?