Skoda Kodiaq 2026 vs Kia Sorento 2026
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The true 5-year cost estimate
Skoda Kodiaq 2026 costs about 2,255 SAR less to own over 5 years.
| Skoda Kodiaq 2026 | Kia Sorento 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated 5-year total cost | 105,578 SAR (1,760 SAR per month) | 107,833 SAR (1,797 SAR per month) |
| Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) | 3,230 SAR | 3,406 SAR |
| Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) | 2,698 SAR – 6,745 SAR | 2,872 SAR – 7,179 SAR |
| Projected value after 3 years (retention) | 87,415 SAR (65%) | 97,498 SAR (68%) |
All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03
| Beseyat Score /100 | 64 | 67 |
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| Price & ownership | ||
| Price range | 134,900 SAR – 175,000 SAR ~ | 143,581 SAR – 201,975 SAR |
| Used market price | — | 106,000 – 141,800 SAR (2024) |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 190 hp | 191 hp |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.4 s | 9.7 s |
| Top speed | 207 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch (DCT) · 7 | Automatic · 8 |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 13.5 km/L | 12.8 km/L |
| Tank capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,758 mm | 4,815 mm |
| Width | 1,864 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,659 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,791 mm | 2,815 mm |
| Boot capacity | 340 L | 616 L |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 1,770 kg |
| Ground clearance | 188 mm | 176 mm |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 8 |
| NCAP rating | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| ADAS systems | 4
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 years / 150,000 km |
FAQs about this comparison
Which is cheaper, Skoda Kodiaq 2026 or Kia Sorento 2026?
Skoda Kodiaq 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 134,900 SAR versus 143,581 SAR for Kia Sorento 2026 — a difference of about 8,681 SAR (list prices; offers vary).
Which costs less in fuel?
At 20,000 km per year, Skoda Kodiaq 2026 costs roughly 3,230 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 3,406 SAR for Kia Sorento 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).
Roughly how much is the insurance premium?
Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Skoda Kodiaq 2026 between 2,698 SAR and 6,745 SAR, and Kia Sorento 2026 between 2,872 SAR and 7,179 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.
Which scores higher on Beseyat?
Kia Sorento 2026 scores 67/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 64/100 for Skoda Kodiaq 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).
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