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Kia Sorento vs Škoda Kodiaq — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Kia Sorento and the Škoda Kodiaq: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 459,000 vs MAD 449,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Kia Sorento | Škoda Kodiaq |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Škoda |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Hybrid | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Auto. dual-clutch |
| Power | 230 ch | 200 ch |
| Consumption | 5.6 L/100 km | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 459,000 | MAD 449,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 569,000 | MAD 569,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Kia Sorento
Pros
- True 7-adult seats — 3rd row fits 1.75 m on normal trips
- Sorento Hybrid 230 hp — more powerful than Santa Fe Hybrid 215 hp
- Premium+ equipment: dual 12.3" screens, HUD, 14-speaker BOSE
- Sorento PHEV 57 km EV — reduced TVM vignette (0 MAD/year — exempt)
- Kia 5-year vehicle + 8-year / 160,000 km PHEV battery warranty
Watch-outs
- No 4WD gasoline or diesel version in MA catalogue
- 2020 design visible — 5th-gen redesign expected 2027
- Premium+ PHEV price passes 565k MAD with options
Škoda Kodiaq
Pros
- Real 7-seat — 3rd row fits two adults up to 1.75 m
- 2.0 TDI 200 hp 4×4 available — rare in segment in Morocco
- 4.76 m format — 845 L boot (5 seats) / 281 L (7 seats) / 2,105 L (seats folded)
- Price 12-15% lower than equivalent VW Tayron
- Standard panoramic sunroof from Selection
Watch-outs
- No hybrid gasoline or PHEV version in the MA catalogue in 2026
- Sportline / L&K trim passes 550k with options
- TSI 204 hp consumption ~9 L/100 km in real motorway cycle (vs 6.4 TDI)
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Frequently asked — Kia Sorento vs Škoda Kodiaq
Kia Sorento or Škoda Kodiaq: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Škoda Kodiaq (entry MAD 449,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Kia Sorento and the Škoda Kodiaq?
The Kia Sorento starts at MAD 459,000 versus MAD 449,000 for the Škoda Kodiaq, a 2% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Kia Sorento and Škoda Kodiaq be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.