Skoda Roomster vs Kia Rondo
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular People Movers compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Skoda Roomster
Price TBC
People Mover
Petrol
Turbocharged petrol, in-line, OHC, transverse
77kW
5.9 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
450L
Kia Rondo
$25,990 when new
RRP when new — this model is no longer sold new in Australia
People Mover
Petrol
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106kW
8.7 L/100km
4★ ANCAP
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Skoda Roomster: we're still completing price, height, kerb weight, warranty and turning circle.
Kia Rondo: we're still completing wheelbase, kerb weight, 0-100km/h, ground clearance and turning circle.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
Drivetrain
The Skoda Roomster uses a Turbocharged petrol, in-line, OHC, transverse producing 77kW and 175Nm of torque, sent through a 5-speed manual to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.9 seconds.
The Kia Rondo lines up making 106kW and 189Nm, paired to a 5-speed manual driving the front wheels.
The Kia Rondo has the clear power advantage at 106kW vs 77kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Skoda Roomster measures 4,214mm long on a 2,608mm wheelbase, 331mm shorter than the Kia Rondo at 4,545mm.
For towing, the Kia Rondo leads with a 1,400kg braked capacity vs 1,100kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,682/year for the Skoda Roomster and $2,480/year for the Kia Rondo. That is a $798 annual difference in favour of the Skoda Roomster.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Skoda Roomster if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Skoda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Kia Rondo if: You prioritise performance, need stronger towing, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Kia Rondo takes 2 of 3 key spec categories. The Skoda Roomster will save you roughly $798 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Skoda Roomster and Kia Rondo?
The Kia Rondo is the cheapest at $25,990 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Skoda Roomster uses the least fuel at 5.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Kia Rondo holds a 4-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Skoda Roomster, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which can tow the most?
The Kia Rondo has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,400kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Kia Rondo makes the most power at 106kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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