Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs Skoda Kodiaq

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV starts from $58,990 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Kodiaq opens at $54,990. That makes the Skoda Kodiaq the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $64,889 and $60,489 respectively.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Skoda Kodiaq, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV by roughly $7,370 in fuel alone.

Both the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Skoda Kodiaq hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 89% for the Skoda Kodiaq.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 7 in the Skoda Kodiaq.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Skoda Kodiaq gets a 13-inch display and 10-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV stands out with Apple CarPlay and Yamaha audio that you will not find on the Skoda Kodiaq. The Skoda Kodiaq counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets cloth upholstery while the Skoda Kodiaq offers leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 3-zone in the Skoda Kodiaq.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV uses a Petrol producing 225kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7 seconds.

The Skoda Kodiaq responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.1 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the clear power advantage at 225kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is 2.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV measures 4,710mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 48mm shorter than the Skoda Kodiaq at 4,758mm (2,791mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Kodiaq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 478L in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 270L in the Skoda Kodiaq, giving the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV a 208L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1500L vs 2005L.

For towing, the Skoda Kodiaq leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $350/year for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and $1,824/year for the Skoda Kodiaq. That is a $1,474 annual difference in favour of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Estimated annual total: $350 (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs $1,824 (Skoda Kodiaq). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV saves you roughly $1,474 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Kodiaq). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has longer coverage.