Skoda Kodiaq vs Volkswagen Tiguan (2026)
Skoda Kodiaq (₹36.99 Lakh – ₹46.99 Lakh) and Volkswagen Tiguan (₹47.11 Lakh) go head-to-head in the full size suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Skoda Kodiaq is more affordable — it starts ₹10.12 Lakh lower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
- The Skoda Kodiaq is more efficient on paper — up to 14 kmpl vs 13 kmpl.
- The Volkswagen Tiguan has the bigger boot: 652 litres vs 281 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Skoda Kodiaq in short
The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq arrived in India in 2025 as the brand's flagship, a seven-seat luxury SUV with a 204 PS 2.0 TSI, DSG and all-wheel drive. It undercuts the Toyota Fortuner on sophistication if not on brawn, and rivals the Volkswagen Tiguan, Jeep Meridian and entry luxury-badge SUVs. Nine airbags and a plush, tech-laden cabin justify its Rs 37-47 lakh sticker.
Full Kodiaq prices & variants →Volkswagen Tiguan in short
The third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line landed in India in 2025 as a single, fully loaded flagship with a 204 PS 2.0 TSI, DSG and 4Motion all-wheel drive. It is a five-seat luxury alternative to the seven-seat Skoda Kodiaq and a credible German option against entry-level Audi, BMW and Mercedes SUVs. Massaging seats, a 15-inch screen and adaptive dampers headline a very rich kit list.
Full Tiguan prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Kodiaq or Tiguan?
The Skoda Kodiaq is more affordable — it starts ₹10.12 Lakh lower than the Volkswagen Tiguan. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Kodiaq vs Tiguan — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Skoda Kodiaq — not yet tested; Volkswagen Tiguan — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Kodiaq or the Tiguan?
The Skoda Kodiaq is more affordable — it starts ₹10.12 Lakh lower than the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Skoda Kodiaq is more efficient on paper — up to 14 kmpl vs 13 kmpl. The Volkswagen Tiguan has the bigger boot: 652 litres vs 281 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.