Skoda Roomster vs Volkswagen Caddy
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
Volkswagen Caddy
From $57,600
People Mover
Petrol
Petrol I4 Turbo TSI
84kW
6.2 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
446L
Skoda Roomster: we're still completing price, height, kerb weight, warranty and turning circle.
Volkswagen Caddy: we're still completing kerb weight, 0-100km/h and ground clearance.
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.
The Volkswagen Caddy counters with Apple CarPlay and wireless charging. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
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 Volkswagen Caddy responds with a Petrol I4 Turbo TSI making 84kW and 220Nm, paired to a 7-speed dual clutch (dsg) driving the front wheels.
The Volkswagen Caddy has the clear power advantage at 84kW 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, 639mm shorter than the Volkswagen Caddy at 4,853mm (2,970mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen Caddy generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 450L in the Skoda Roomster and 446L in the Volkswagen Caddy, giving the Skoda Roomster a 4L advantage. The Volkswagen Caddy seats 7 vs 5.
For towing, the Volkswagen Caddy leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,100kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
12.1m diameter
Large
Based on 12.1m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Large
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.7 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,682/year for the Skoda Roomster and $1,767/year for the Volkswagen Caddy. That is a $85 annual difference in favour of the Skoda Roomster.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Skoda Roomster if: You need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Skoda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Volkswagen Caddy if: You prioritise performance, need stronger towing, or prefer Volkswagen's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Skoda Roomster and Volkswagen Caddy trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Skoda Roomster will save you roughly $85 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 Volkswagen Caddy?
The Volkswagen Caddy is the cheapest at $57,600 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?
Volkswagen Caddy holds a 5-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 has the most boot space?
The Skoda Roomster has the largest boot at 450L.
Which can tow the most?
The Volkswagen Caddy has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Volkswagen Caddy makes the most power at 84kW.
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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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