Just been to a launch view of the Kodiaq at my local Skoda dealer.

 

Why is it that even now dealers cannot provide a UK spec right hand drive vehicle to display ? Sales staff didn't have a clue what might be different for the Edition model shown to invitees. There is not even a full Kodiaq brochure so we have to make do with the flyer.

 

Apart from the above moan the car was very impressive apart from one area which I think is disappointing unless anybody knows differently and that is there is no additional storage space under the boot floor. My Octavia estate has a very useful underboot which is about 4 inches deep and covers the entire area of the main boot floor from behind the rear seats. It is large enough for me to lay two full sets of golf clubs, obviously without the bags, and loads of other items you may want hidden from prying eyes.

 

The Kodiaq on view was the 7 seat Edition which when all seats were up there was very little boot space in general. On the other hand when in a 2 seat configuration you could get the proverbial bus inside. I took a look at what was under the boot floor and as expected it was the well holding a space saver wheel and tools. I asked the guy who was taking the car around the country if the 5 seat version did have an underboot to which he advised that there was not one so this would be a big disappointment for me.

 

The 5 seat configuration is only available in the S and SE specification so a load of extras would be required to bring it up to an Edition level even if that is possible.

 

Does anybody have any different information on this topic which may be of interest.

 

Note for moderator - Can this posting be included in the Kodiaq listings as well as the Octavia.

You'd imagine the 5 seater would have underfloor space as it doesn't have to keep space for seats 6 & 7.

 But we'll have to wait and see when they become available. 

Whilst the Kodiaq will be good if you need 7 seats, I would reckon an Octavia or Superb estate is better for 5 seats and the driving experience.  Plus people wont hate you for driving an SUV....lol

The reason for the raised boot floor on the Octavia is to have a level loading platform. Same in the Citigo. Not needed in the Kodiac.

Hi Tanneman,

 

I understand the reason for the Octavia having the raised floor which to me is good design and provides the additional almost secret space described.

 

In the Kodiak I would not be able to store my golf clubs and other loose items out of sight and also without fear of damage.

Hi glosrich,

 

Prior to having my current Octavia estate I did have the Superb hatch version with which I was very pleased.

 

Age is now becoming something of a consideration so a Kodiak being higher is easier to get in and out. Also, the higher seating position provides a better view of traffic.

 

In terms of size there is very little to choose between the vehicles which are very similar in length and width but the Kodiaq does have that extra height.