2021 Skoda Kodiaq — Full Specifications
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The 2021 Skoda Kodiaq belongs to the Gen 1 generation, built 2016–present. 2021 was year 6 of its run. The Gen 2 replaced it from 2023. Model years from 2021 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2021 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: SUV. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.4 TSI 125, 1.4 TSI 150, 1.5 EcoTSI 150 4Motion, 2.0 EcoTSI 180 4Motion and more. Owners often keep a Skoda Kodiaq workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Gen 1 Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Skoda Kodiaq model years from 2016 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2021. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2021 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 TSI 125 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 125 PS |
| 1.4 TSI 150 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 150 PS |
| 1.5 EcoTSI 150 4Motion | Petrol | 1.5 L | 150 PS |
| 2.0 EcoTSI 180 4Motion | Petrol | 2 L | 180 PS |
| 2.0 EcoTSI 190 4Motion | Petrol | 2 L | 190 PS |
| 2.0 EcoTSI 245 4Motion (vRS) | Petrol | 2 L | 245 PS |
| 2.0 TDI 150 SCR | Diesel | 2 L | 150 PS |
| 2.0 TDI 190 SCR 4Motion | Diesel | 2 L | 190 PS |
| 2.0 TDI 200 SCR 4Motion | Diesel | 2 L | 200 PS |
| 2.0 TDI 240 SCR 4Motion (vRS) | Diesel | 2 L | 240 PS |
| Body styles | SUV |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual · 6-speed DSG · 7-speed DSG |
| Generation | Gen 1 (2016-) |
| Facelift | 2021 (2021 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq
Running Costs: 2021 Skoda Kodiaq
Running costs for a 2021 Skoda Kodiaq depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2021 Skoda Kodiaq Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Skoda Kodiaq. Look the Skoda Kodiaq up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq?
The 2021 Skoda Kodiaq is part of the Gen 1 (2016-) generation, produced 2016–present. The facelift arrived in 2021, so a 2021 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.4 TSI 125 (petrol); 1.4 TSI 150 (petrol); 1.5 EcoTSI 150 4Motion (petrol); 2.0 EcoTSI 180 4Motion (petrol); 2.0 EcoTSI 190 4Motion (petrol); 2.0 EcoTSI 245 4Motion (vRS) (petrol); 2.0 TDI 150 SCR (diesel); 2.0 TDI 190 SCR 4Motion (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq come in?
This generation was offered as: SUV.
What gearbox does the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 6-speed manual, 6-speed DSG, 7-speed DSG, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Skoda Kodiaq at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.