A Renault Koleos and Skoda Kodiaq unites them more than the K of their names are two large SUV, comfortable, fast, versatile and very familiar. We tried, and we measure … winner.

Renault Y Skoda They are two of the few brands that although SUV had in other segments from long ago, they had in class medium-large a representative to confront the Jeep Cherokee, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento or Nissan X-Trail, for example.

The new ones Renault Koleos Y Skoda Kodiaq have a similar size, although the shape of the bodywork Renault looks bigger, but it is only a subjective perception. In fact, as outside, and perhaps this really amount else to find a SUV such as family up to familiares- as an alternative to the saloons, there are some centimeters ahead for Kodiaq inside. Both of them they have one habitability above the average of a segment with nearly two dozen vehicles and in which there is no clear dominator. Height is the most prominent elevation of Skoda, even with the optional panoramic roof. Longitudinal space is better Renault Koleos, great if we follow the wheelbase, short for the length of the body.

Two custom-made SUV

He Skoda Kodiaq yields only a centimeter on this level that marks the comfort of the occupants legs, but It has the advantage of being able to regulate the longitudinal space. That resource, with to have seven seats -the option It costs 850 euros – modify the inclination of the backrests or of folding the backrest of the front passenger seat guesses, 90 euros– to thereby be able to carry long objects in the passenger compartment, give a Extra versatility Czech model. Beyond what that brings itself back in his second row is split and fold into three parts, not just two.

SPACE	Renault Koleos dCi / 175 X-Tronic 4WD	Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / DSG 190 4X4
front width	145 cm	147 cm
rear width	142 cm	143 cm
front height	92-98 cm	94-100 cm
rear height	92 cm	94 cm
Legroom	79 cm	78-60 (adjustable) cm
Trunk	455 liters	730-540 liters (regulabre) and 220 (7 places)

It also will more in other practical resources, not so related to the management of the living space, and stowage however much the Renault dotado- may not go wrong, even with a dual glove, a network at the foot passenger, small drawers under each of the front seats, interior pockets on the sides of the seats … which add to barrage of useful gadgets: An integrated in each front door panel of each umbrella, the curtains rear in this case, 175 euros, the guards are deployed by opening the doors to spare brushes with walls or other cars, hatch glass scraper fuel or folding tables -95 euros. A endless elements that make life on board more pleasant in the Skoda Kodiaq all occupants.

Similarly, Renault Koleos lost ground in terms of trunk, with a discrete capacity, even a 50 liters below the average. With five seats in the Kodiaq that space is larger, with the third row deployed, obviously not; 220 liters but are not bad- leave it beyond here also emerge many resources out. Added between the provided by the Renault –12 volt socket, bag hook and four rings to secure the load-a reversible floor with felt or rubber –45 euros– various networks charge separation or up to three lighting points, one of them a removable mini flashlight. As in the Koleos, here, under the ground, there is a drawer to pick up small objects, although it is much smaller.

In both access to the boot it is made with motorized gates series, with a mouth of similar dimensions in both. In both, the rear seatbacks can also be folded down from the side handles boot -in this comfort Skoda paid 90 euros, so that they are almost at ground level.

Diesel range stops

The more powerful engines of both SUVs are Diesel, what in the Renault Koleos is not surprising, since the another unique engine that is sold, the 1.6 dCi 130 hp, It is also diesel. account Renault 2.0 dCi with 175 hp (The link will see all data and measurements) as rival 2.0 TDI 190 hp of the Skoda Kodiaq. With them shape their equipped and more expensive versions, practically priced at such a rate, though the equipment of the Koleos Initiale Paris is superior. The land on which the Kodiaq added value is in the extra equipment options.

BENEFITS	Renault Koleos dCi / 175 X-Tronic 4WD	Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / DSG 190 4X4
Acel. 0-100 km / h	9.8 s	10,0 s
Acel. 0-1000 meters	31.7 s	31,1 s
Overtaking 80-120 km / h	7.1 s	6.7 s
Loudness 100 km / h	64.2 dB	63.9 dB
Loudness 120 km / h	67.6 dB	67.5 dB
Braking from 120 km / h	60.7 m	56.9 m
Weight scale	1,846 kg	1,912 kg

But back to those engines, smooth and moderately quiet. 15 CV between outcropping no obvious way for the Skoda. perhaps because the 2.0 TDI SUV Czech have to move nearly two tons. But reality dictates that it ends up being the fastest in any measurement. Even happens that, being heavier, spends virtually the same as the Renault Koleos lighter. Rivals of both tested the performance more like the two is the Jaguar F-Pace 2.0 i4D 4WD, while the Audi Q5 run over 2.0 TDI 190 and the Volvo XC60 AWD D4; but none spends less.

CONSUMPTION	Renault Koleos dCi / 175 X-Tronic 4WD	Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / DSG 190 4X4
Consumption city	7.3 l / 100 km	7.3 l / 100 km
Consumption Highway	5,9 l / 100 km	6.0 l / 100 km
average consumption	6.46 l / 100 km	6.52 l / 100 km

The two can only count on these versions stops range with automatic gearboxes -with other finishes, Renault also plans a box manually in each responds to a different architecture: two coaxial clutches and associated with each of them what could be the mechanical arrangement of a manual transmission in the DSG Skoda; and a torque converter to link the changes to the Renault engine, in this case, a pulley attached to another by dragging a metal belt. Within this CVT steps are provided electronically, so that the feeling is that seven different gears occur and feel of typical stepless a scooter that is located at rated maximum power gradually accelerates thoroughly evaporated.

The truth is that both changes are what is expected of a good one: that is transparent to the driver, so that repair only in his presence, and help you get the best response to the engine. And if you do faster, better. In the latter, it seems better disposed DSG Skoda Enough throttle to see the difference-, but none of them gives a sense of slippage ‘infinite’ in torn. In these situations, if we start from a traffic light, for example, Start / Stop the Renault system is faster, but, as a counterpoint, the Skoda is able to start the engine in a traffic jam at the right time when the car in front starts its motion if the speed control Intelligent Cruise have previously activated. That is, with the system that keeps guiding the direction in the lane, driving extra help with counting Kodiaq in their equipment outside the perimeter cameras also optional.

Renault Koleos vs Skoda Kodiaq: two different tractions

The traction to all four wheels on both, but with the difference that in the Skoda driver does not intervene in any case -the rear axle is not connected or depending on what the grip and degrades front- andn the Renault you can choose between front-wheel drive, to spend little; Overall, under the same conditions with the the Skoda works; or an option blocks the clutch between both axes, so that the torque distribution is balanced from the start of movement of the wheels. We’ve driven both by roads and we found no significant differences in traction Neither Free height or suspensions path difference in this chapter both on average- and beyond to make one or another choice of wheels on the ground. In that sense, we are left with the proposals of the Kodiaq, besides which also it aids such as those activated by the Button Off-Road: speed control on downhill, with simultaneous deactivation of stability control or damping adjustment, traction control and electronic differential lock.

Also on wheels are the reason that the Renault Koleos get worse figures in our braking tests, and asphalt. It is the aspect of this SUV improve, beyond that greater cornering agility, with more cushioning work, would not hurt. That agility is not the greatest quality of Skoda He’s far from an Alfa Stelvio, Mazda CX-5 or 5008, for example, but its steering feel or faster, a suspension that transmits higher quality rolling and body control, with regulation of the firmness of the If the optional DCC buffer is chosen, for 895 euros– and, of course, better braking, you They are above rival.

DISCOUNTED RATES (JUNE 2017)

Renault Koleos dCi / 175 4WD (From 32,950 to 41,500 euros)

Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / 190 4X4 (From 38,735 and 39,585 euros)

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The new ones Renault Koleos Y Skoda Kodiaq have a similar size, although the shape of the bodywork Renault looks bigger, but it is only a subjective perception. In fact, as outside, and perhaps this really amount else to find a SUV such as family up to familiares- as an alternative to the saloons, there are some centimeters ahead for Kodiaq inside. Both of them they have one habitability above the average of a segment with nearly two dozen vehicles and in which there is no clear dominator. Height is the most prominent elevation of Skoda, even with the optional panoramic roof. Longitudinal space is better Renault Koleos, great if we follow the wheelbase, short for the length of the body.

Two custom-made SUV

He Skoda Kodiaq yields only a centimeter on this level that marks the comfort of the occupants legs, but It has the advantage of being able to regulate the longitudinal space. That resource, with to have seven seats -the option It costs 850 euros – modify the inclination of the backrests or of folding the backrest of the front passenger seat guesses, 90 euros– to thereby be able to carry long objects in the passenger compartment, give a Extra versatility Czech model. Beyond what that brings itself back in his second row is split and fold into three parts, not just two.

SPACE	Renault Koleos dCi / 175 X-Tronic 4WD	Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / DSG 190 4X4
front width	145 cm	147 cm
rear width	142 cm	143 cm
front height	92-98 cm	94-100 cm
rear height	92 cm	94 cm
Legroom	79 cm	78-60 (adjustable) cm
Trunk	455 liters	730-540 liters (regulabre) and 220 (7 places)

It also will more in other practical resources, not so related to the management of the living space, and stowage however much the Renault dotado- may not go wrong, even with a dual glove, a network at the foot passenger, small drawers under each of the front seats, interior pockets on the sides of the seats … which add to barrage of useful gadgets: An integrated in each front door panel of each umbrella, the curtains rear in this case, 175 euros, the guards are deployed by opening the doors to spare brushes with walls or other cars, hatch glass scraper fuel or folding tables -95 euros. A endless elements that make life on board more pleasant in the Skoda Kodiaq all occupants.

Similarly, Renault Koleos lost ground in terms of trunk, with a discrete capacity, even a 50 liters below the average. With five seats in the Kodiaq that space is larger, with the third row deployed, obviously not; 220 liters but are not bad- leave it beyond here also emerge many resources out. Added between the provided by the Renault –12 volt socket, bag hook and four rings to secure the load-a reversible floor with felt or rubber –45 euros– various networks charge separation or up to three lighting points, one of them a removable mini flashlight. As in the Koleos, here, under the ground, there is a drawer to pick up small objects, although it is much smaller.

In both access to the boot it is made with motorized gates series, with a mouth of similar dimensions in both. In both, the rear seatbacks can also be folded down from the side handles boot -in this comfort Skoda paid 90 euros, so that they are almost at ground level.

Diesel range stops

The more powerful engines of both SUVs are Diesel, what in the Renault Koleos is not surprising, since the another unique engine that is sold, the 1.6 dCi 130 hp, It is also diesel. account Renault 2.0 dCi with 175 hp (The link will see all data and measurements) as rival 2.0 TDI 190 hp of the Skoda Kodiaq. With them shape their equipped and more expensive versions, practically priced at such a rate, though the equipment of the Koleos Initiale Paris is superior. The land on which the Kodiaq added value is in the extra equipment options.

BENEFITS	Renault Koleos dCi / 175 X-Tronic 4WD	Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / DSG 190 4X4
Acel. 0-100 km / h	9.8 s	10,0 s
Acel. 0-1000 meters	31.7 s	31,1 s
Overtaking 80-120 km / h	7.1 s	6.7 s
Loudness 100 km / h	64.2 dB	63.9 dB
Loudness 120 km / h	67.6 dB	67.5 dB
Braking from 120 km / h	60.7 m	56.9 m
Weight scale	1,846 kg	1,912 kg

But back to those engines, smooth and moderately quiet. 15 CV between outcropping no obvious way for the Skoda. perhaps because the 2.0 TDI SUV Czech have to move nearly two tons. But reality dictates that it ends up being the fastest in any measurement. Even happens that, being heavier, spends virtually the same as the Renault Koleos lighter. Rivals of both tested the performance more like the two is the Jaguar F-Pace 2.0 i4D 4WD, while the Audi Q5 run over 2.0 TDI 190 and the Volvo XC60 AWD D4; but none spends less.

CONSUMPTION	Renault Koleos dCi / 175 X-Tronic 4WD	Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / DSG 190 4X4
Consumption city	7.3 l / 100 km	7.3 l / 100 km
Consumption Highway	5,9 l / 100 km	6.0 l / 100 km
average consumption	6.46 l / 100 km	6.52 l / 100 km

The two can only count on these versions stops range with automatic gearboxes -with other finishes, Renault also plans a box manually in each responds to a different architecture: two coaxial clutches and associated with each of them what could be the mechanical arrangement of a manual transmission in the DSG Skoda; and a torque converter to link the changes to the Renault engine, in this case, a pulley attached to another by dragging a metal belt. Within this CVT steps are provided electronically, so that the feeling is that seven different gears occur and feel of typical stepless a scooter that is located at rated maximum power gradually accelerates thoroughly evaporated.

The truth is that both changes are what is expected of a good one: that is transparent to the driver, so that repair only in his presence, and help you get the best response to the engine. And if you do faster, better. In the latter, it seems better disposed DSG Skoda Enough throttle to see the difference-, but none of them gives a sense of slippage ‘infinite’ in torn. In these situations, if we start from a traffic light, for example, Start / Stop the Renault system is faster, but, as a counterpoint, the Skoda is able to start the engine in a traffic jam at the right time when the car in front starts its motion if the speed control Intelligent Cruise have previously activated. That is, with the system that keeps guiding the direction in the lane, driving extra help with counting Kodiaq in their equipment outside the perimeter cameras also optional.

Renault Koleos vs Skoda Kodiaq: two different tractions

The traction to all four wheels on both, but with the difference that in the Skoda driver does not intervene in any case -the rear axle is not connected or depending on what the grip and degrades front- andn the Renault you can choose between front-wheel drive, to spend little; Overall, under the same conditions with the the Skoda works; or an option blocks the clutch between both axes, so that the torque distribution is balanced from the start of movement of the wheels. We’ve driven both by roads and we found no significant differences in traction Neither Free height or suspensions path difference in this chapter both on average- and beyond to make one or another choice of wheels on the ground. In that sense, we are left with the proposals of the Kodiaq, besides which also it aids such as those activated by the Button Off-Road: speed control on downhill, with simultaneous deactivation of stability control or damping adjustment, traction control and electronic differential lock.

Also on wheels are the reason that the Renault Koleos get worse figures in our braking tests, and asphalt. It is the aspect of this SUV improve, beyond that greater cornering agility, with more cushioning work, would not hurt. That agility is not the greatest quality of Skoda He’s far from an Alfa Stelvio, Mazda CX-5 or 5008, for example, but its steering feel or faster, a suspension that transmits higher quality rolling and body control, with regulation of the firmness of the If the optional DCC buffer is chosen, for 895 euros– and, of course, better braking, you They are above rival.

DISCOUNTED RATES (JUNE 2017)

Renault Koleos dCi / 175 4WD (From 32,950 to 41,500 euros)

Kodiaq Skoda 2.0 TDI / 190 4X4 (From 38,735 and 39,585 euros)

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