The Skoda Kodiaq I is a crossover SUV produced from 2016 to 2024.
Engines: 1.4 TSI (CZEA), 150 hp. Transmission: dual-clutch (DCT); all-wheel drive. Length 4,697 mm, wheelbase 2,791 mm, fuel tank 60 L.
Facelift: 2021. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.
Skoda Kodiaq I (2016–2024): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2016–2024 |
|---|---|
| Body | crossover SUV |
| Engine | 1.4 TSI |
| Engine code | CZEA |
| Displacement | 1.4 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 150 hp |
| Torque | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | dual-clutch (DCT), 6-speed |
| Gearbox model | 6DSG DQ250 |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,697 mm |
| Width | 1,882 mm |
| Height | 1,676 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,791 mm |
| Fuel tank | 60 L |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years | 10–20 years (×0.7) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 TSI | ≈ 8,650 ₸ | ≈ 6,055 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
7 seats; also 2.0 TSI 180 hp
Pros and cons
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
Cons
- Engine VW EA211 (1.2–1.4 TSI): water pump and thermostat module leaks
- Gearbox DSG/S tronic with wet clutch: clutch and mechatronics wear at high mileage
Common problems and what to check
Engine: VW EA211 (1.2–1.4 TSI)
- water pump and thermostat module leak
- turbo wastegate rattle
What to check when buying: coolant traces; unusual turbo whine when lifting off the throttle.
Tip: Noticeably more reliable than the old EA111; oil to VW 504/502 spec.
Gearbox: DSG/S tronic with wet clutch
- clutch and mechatronic wear at high mileage
- wears quickly without oil changes
What to check when buying: jerks and kicks; whether the oil was changed every 60k km.
Tip: Change the oil strictly every 60k km.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 215/65R17, 235/55R18, 235/50R19, 235/45R20; bolt pattern 5x112. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
Compare with rivals
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FAQ
What engine does the Skoda Kodiaq I have?
1.4 TSI, code CZEA, 150 hp, 250 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
dual-clutch (DCT) (6DSG DQ250).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 60 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Skoda Kodiaq I in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.