Skoda Kodiaq vs BYD Shark 6
What's the difference?

Skoda Kodiaq

$37,790 - $77,490

2025 price

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BYD Shark 6

$55,900 - $62,900

2026 price

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Summary

2025 Skoda Kodiaq

2026 BYD Shark 6

By Emily Agar

By Mark Oastler

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 2.0L

Turbo 4, 1.5L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

9.2L/100km (combined)

7.9L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

21.2 kWh/100km

Electric range

100 km

Battery capacity

29.60 kWh

Seating

Likes

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

Optional tray design/finish
Ride/handling/performance
Standard equipment

Dislikes

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

2500kg tow rating
Modest engine braking
Wading depth

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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2026 BYD Shark 6 Summary

Chinese manufacturer BYD was the first to launch a plug-in hybrid ute in Australia with its Shark 6 PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle). And it has recently become the first to launch a cab-chassis PHEV variant, to boost the Shark 6’s 'workhorse' appeal for tradies and other buyers who prefer their own choice of trays or specialised service bodies. We recently put one to the test to see how it measures up.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Skoda Kodiaq 2026 BYD Shark 6

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.

Verdict

BYD’s Shark 6 continues to break new ground with its work-focused Dynamic PHEV cab-chassis, which impresses with its quiet operation, spirited acceleration, excellent handling, single-digit fuel economy and generous standard equipment at a competitive price. However, its tow rating is one tonne less than PHEV ute rivals which could be a deal breaker for some.

Skoda Kodiaq vs BYD Shark 6 What's the difference?

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Skoda Kodiaq vs BYD Shark 6
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