Skoda Kamiq Review 2024

Skoda Kamiq At A Glance

4/5
Honest John Overall Rating
Easy to drive, spacious and generously equipped, the Skoda Kamiq is a comprehensive small SUV that provides excellent comfort and value. Economical petrol engines mean fuel costs should be low too, which makes the Kamiq one of the best models of its type for all-round appeal.

+Spacious and versatile. High level of standard equipment. Easy to drive. Excellent 1.0 TSI engine.

-A mid-spec model with a few options will easily exceed £25,000. Ford Puma is more fun to drive. Rivals offer more boot space.

New prices start from £17,700, brokers can source from £19,989
On average it achieves 99% of the official MPG figure

Skoda has a proven record when it comes to compact but capable SUVs. The Yeti was a big success, before it was replaced by the larger Karoq in 2018, but the gap in the range was plugged with the impressive Kamiq. Admittedly, it’s not as plush as the Peugeot 2008 or as good to drive as the Ford Puma, but the Czech model is still one of the best small SUVs going and we’ll reveal why in our Skoda Kamiq review. 

Skoda is a major player in the family car market, thanks to its ability to build cars that are easy to drive, well-equipped, comfortable and supremely practical. Few models demonstrate this process better than the Kamiq. In our view, it's one of the best all-round small SUVs on sale today.

The Skoda Kamiq shares its engines, tech and mechanical platform with the Volkswagen T-Cross and SEAT Arona, but has a slightly longer wheelbase that provides more space for passengers in the rear and a 400-litre boot – the same as the Arona – increasing to 1395 litres once you fold the rear seats.

The Renault Captur and Nissan Juke beat the Kamiq for outright boot space, but the Skoda redeems itself on refinement and comfort. Wind and road noise levels are suppressed and the ride quality is generally good – even on 18-inch alloy wheels.

That focus on comfort and refinement does have a negative impact on handling, with the Kamiq’s overpowered steering and soft pedals providing vague levels of feedback. Skoda offers an optional sport chassis control system to lower the car by 15mm and add adjustable shock absorbers to sharpen the handling, but this is a car that’s clearly designed for drivers who value comfort over performance. 

Most buyers will opt for the excellent 1.0 TSI petrol engine, which officially returns up to 52mpg, while those seeking more power can opt for the 1.5 TSI petrol with 150PS. Up until 2021, the Kamiq was also offered with a 1.6 TDI diesel with 115PS. Most engines get a positive shifting six-speed manual gearbox as standard while a seven-speed DSG is available as an optional extra.  

All versions are generously equipped as standard. This means base models get alloy wheels, LED headlights and touchscreen infotainment. A mid-spec version adds a range of Simply Clever features, which include an umbrella in the driver's door and a removable LED torch in the boot. There's also an optional 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit in place of conventional dials behind the steering wheel, while ambient lighting in copper, red or white gives the Kamiq's cabin a more upmarket feel for a relatively cheap SUV

The only criticism that we can fairly level at the Kamiq is in its styling, which is derivative inside and out. However, while the Kamiq is somewhat anonymous to look at, we think it provides a classy and refined experience that few of its rivals can match.

Skoda Kamiq handling and engines

Driving Rating
The Kamiq is a small SUV that prioritises comfort over road handling. That means both the 2008 and Puma are more fun to drive, but the Skoda mitigates this with a soft ride quality that irons out rough road surfaces.

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Handling and ride quality

If you want a comfortable small SUV, then you are unlikely to be disappointed with the Kamiq, with its light steering and soft suspension providing a laid back and relaxing driving experience.

Models with 16 or 17-inch wheels are the most comfortable, thanks in no small part due to the deep tyre profile and thick sidewalls. Potholes and speed humps provide a bit more of a thump with the 18-inch wheels, but the ride quality generally remains on the comfortable side of firm. 

The light steering and soft sprung suspension make the Kamiq somewhat vague when it comes to road handling. If you want to sharpen up the driving involvement then you can pay extra for the Sport Chassis pack, which lowers the suspension by 15mm and adds adaptable damping with different driving modes - normal, sport and individual.

We don't think the Sport pack is worthwhile, though, as it makes the ride quality very hard at low speeds and doesn’t really benefit the road handling all that much.

You don't get the option of four-wheel drive, which means the Kamiq is strictly front-wheel drive only. However, if you live in a rural location or need something to tackle wintry terrain, then the Kamiq is compatible with a wide range of all-season and winter tyres.

The Kamiq’s compact size makes it perfect for city driving. Most versions get rear parking sensors as standard, while a rear view camera and park assist - which automatically steers the car into parking space - are available as optional extras.

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Engines

If you are buying a new Kamiq then your engine choices will be limited to the 1.0 or 1.5 petrols only. The 1.6 TDI diesel was phased out in 2021.

It remains to be seen if Skoda will add an electric model to the range. But the popularity of the Enyaq iV shows there is a market for Skoda EVs.

The 115PS 1.0 TSI petrol is the best engine in the Kamiq range, with zesty performance and affordable fuel costs. The turbocharged three-cylinder petrol is identical to the engine found in the Volkswagen T-Roc and we rate it as one of the very best 1.0-litre petrol engines, due to its punchy nature and low noise at motorway speeds.

The 1.0 TSI is also available with 95PS but this engine feels a little lethargic in the Kamiq, which means it can become vocal under hard acceleration. 

The 150PS 1.5 TSI is the most powerful engine in the Kamiq range, with 0-62mph taking around eight seconds - a figure that’s two seconds quicker than the 1.0 TSI. However, unless you really want the extra performance or plan to use your Kamiq for towing, we’d stick with the 115PS 1.0 TSI. 

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Safety

The Skoda Kamiq is a very safe small SUV; it was given a maximum five stars for safety when it was crash tested by Euro NCAP in 2019. That includes a 96 per cent score for adult occupants and 85 per cent for children. It was also given an 80 per cent rating for vulnerable road users and 76 per cent for its safety assist features.

There are two airbags at the front for the driver and passenger, along with automatic emergency braking and two Isofix child seat anchor points for the outer rear seats. You get an additional Isofix point for the front passenger seat. The Kamiq also gets Skoda’s Emergency-Call system that will automatically call 999 and relay the car’s position if it detects a serious impact.

The Kamiq can be fitted with a rear view camera and blind spot monitoring, which will alert the driver of a vehicle or cyclist who may be alongside the vehicle. And it is available with a driver fatigue sensor, which will monitor the vehicle’s road handling and issue a warning if it detects the driver becoming tired. 

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Towing

The Kamiq can be fitted with a tow bar that can be electronically folded or deployed at the press of a button. The braked towing capacity will very much depend on which version of the Kamiq you drive, but generally it ranges from 100kg to 1250kg. 

Engine MPG 0-62 CO2
1.0 TSI 110 - 10.1–10.2 s 122–129 g/km
1.0 TSI 110 DSG - 10.2 s 132–138 g/km
1.0 TSI 115 55–57 mpg 9.9 s 116 g/km
1.0 TSI 115 DSG 57–58 mpg 10.0 s 113 g/km
1.0 TSI 116 - - 129–130 g/km
1.0 TSI 116 DSG - - 133–134 g/km
1.0 TSI 95 55–57 mpg 11.1–11.2 s 116–132 g/km
1.5 TSI 58–59 mpg 8.0–8.3 s 113 g/km
1.5 TSI 150 - 8.0 s 126–137 g/km
1.5 TSI 150 DSG - 8.2–8.3 s 134–140 g/km
1.5 TSI DSG 55–57 mpg 8.3–8.4 s 116 g/km
1.6 TDI 67 mpg 10.2 s 112 g/km
1.6 TDI DSG 66 mpg 10.4 s 112 g/km

Real MPG average for the Skoda Kamiq

RealMPG

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Average performance

99%

Real MPG

35–66 mpg

MPGs submitted

39

Skoda Kamiq interior

Interior Rating
The interior of the Kamiq doesn’t have the upmarket feel of the Peugeot 2008 but it is comfortable, user-friendly and well-equipped. Most versions are fitted with Skoda’s excellent 9.2-inch Amundsen navigation system.
Dimensions
Length 4241 mm
Width 1988 mm
Height 1531–1553 mm
Wheelbase 2651 mm

Full specifications

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Practicality

The Skoda Kamiq measures just 4.2 metres long and 1.8 metres wide, yet it has enough space to carry four adults in comfort. We think the Kamiq is one of the most spacious small SUVs, with good levels of head and shoulder room for those in the rear seats. 

The front seats have lots of space to stretch out and relax. Most versions of the Kamiq are fitted with height-adjustable front seats and a central armrest, which means it’s easy to get comfortable.  

The Kamiq can’t match the best small SUVs for boot space, but you do get 400 litres of storage that will easily accommodate two or three large suitcases. The boot shape is also square, which means it’s easy to make the most of the space on offer. 

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Quality and finish

The Peugeot 2008 is the best small SUV for interior quality, and the Kamiq can’t compare here with an abundance of hard and cheap-looking plastics that are robust, but not all that pleasant to the touch. Things do improve as you go up the Kamiq's trim levels, with the SE L Executive and Monte Carlo models getting ambient lighting, dual zone climate control and higher quality seat fabrics.

Despite the dull and scratchy plastics, the interior is easy to use and driver-friendly. You also get rotary dials for the heating controls and a leather multifunction steering wheel with buttons for audio volume, phone controls and the trip computer.

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Infotainment

Skoda has some of the best infotainment tech in the business, and the Kamiq works really well with the 9.2-inch Amundsen navigation system. It is head and shoulders above anything you'll find in the Kamiq’s rivals, with a super crisp touchscreen display that provides instant screen changes and intelligent route directions. 

The 9.2-inch screen is fitted to the Kamiq in SE Drive trim or better and includes navigation, DAB audio and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, which means you no longer have to plug your car into the USB socket to mirror its display in the car. 

The navigation system features live traffic updates, which means you are automatically rerouted to avoid delays or road problems. You can also have the map layered onto the driver’s instrument binnacle if you spec the Kamiq with the excellent Virtual Cockpit.

Basic versions of the Kamiq in SE trim are fitted with an eight-inch colour screen system that is quite slow to use and doesn't include navigation or smartphone connectivity for Android Auto.

Skoda Kamiq value for money

Value for Money Rating
The Kamiq isn’t the cheapest small SUV, but it is very well-equipped as standard and is offered with an efficient range of petrol engines.

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Prices

With prices starting at under £23,000, the Skoda Kamiq is competitive on price. But the entry-level Kamiq in SE trim is a little basic for our liking when it comes to equipment. And the 95PS version of the 1.0 TSI petrol engine is a tad slow, too. 

We'd recommend spending £24,340 to get the Kamiq in SE Drive with the punchy 115PS 1.0 TSI and lots of useful tech - like touchscreen navigation and rear parking sensors - included as standard. 

Like-for-like, the Kamiq is generally more affordable than its rivals when buying new. It also undercuts many of them on the used market, with badge snobs overlooking the Skoda in favour of car brands that are perceived more upmarket. Their loss will be your gain, because the Kamiq is a small SUV that shares a lot of its tech with Volkswagen.

The Kamiq is also one of the cheapest to insure small SUVs on the market, which will be a boon for younger drivers. 

Skoda Kamiq 2024: Running Costs

When the Kamiq was launched in 2019 buyers had the choice of 1.0 or 1.5 petrols and a single 1.6 diesel. The 1.6 TDCI was axed from the line-up in 2021, but it is still the most efficient engine on paper with official fuel economy peaking at 67mpg. 

If you cover shorter runs or want a petrol engine then the Kamiq is available with Volkswagen Group’s familiar 1.0 TSI engine. The three-cylinder turbocharged engine is very good and will return 48mpg - 52mpg, according to Skoda's official figures. Advertised economy drops to 48mpg - 45mpg if you specify the Kamiq with a DSG automatic gearbox. 

The 1.5 TSI petrol engine is the most powerful in the Kamiq range but you won't be punished at the pumps with Skoda quoting 50mpg - 46mpg for the manual and 49mpg - 46mpg for the DSG auto.

Road tax VED is charged at a flat rate and there are no models in the Kamiq range that exceed £40,000, which means you will only incur the premium road tax rate if you tick every possible optional extra.

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Skoda Kamiq models and specs

The Skoda Kamiq is available in four trim levels – SE, SE Drive, SE L Executive and Monte Carlo. 

The Skoda Kamiq SE trim is the entry-level for the range and includes 17-inch Braga alloy wheels, LED headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, black roof rails, black/silver cloth upholstery, a two-spoke leather multifunction steering wheel, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, height adjustable driver’s seat, hill hold control, lane assist, Skoda e-Call, a DAB radio with eight-inch touchscreen display and Bluetooth.

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive adds darkened privacy glass for the rear windows, Amundsen satellite navigation with 9.2" touchscreen display, a height-adjustable front passenger’s seat, traffic sign recognition and gesture control.

Skoda Kamiq SE L Executive includes 18-inch Vega alloy wheels, ambient interior lighting, dual zone climate control, virtual cockpit, heated front seats, a rear view camera, keyless stop and start, and rear LED lights with dynamic indicators. 

The Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo is the highest spec model and has 18-inch black Vega alloy wheels, full LED headlights with dynamic indicators, carbon effect decorative inserts, a multifunction sports steering wheel in black perforated leather with red stitching and sport seats.

Dimensions
Length 4241 mm
Width 1988 mm
Height 1531–1553 mm
Wheelbase 2651 mm
Miscellaneous
Kerb Weight 1191–1359 kg
Boot Space 400–1395 L
Warranty 3 years / 60000 miles
Servicing 10000–18000 miles
Costs
List Price £17,700–£26,600
Insurance Groups -
Road Tax Bands C–E
Official MPG 55.4–67.3 mpg
Euro NCAP Safety Ratings
Adult -
Child -
Pedestrian -
Overall 5

Currently on sale

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
Monte Carlo 1.5 TSi 150 ACT DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - -
Monte Carlo 1.5 TSi 150 ACT Start/Stop 5dr - - -
Monte Carlo TSi 116 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - -
Monte Carlo TSi 116 Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE 1.5 TSi 150 ACT DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE 1.5 TSi 150 ACT Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE L 1.5 TSi 150 ACT DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE L 1.5 TSi 150 ACT Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE L TSi 116 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE L TSi 116 Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE TSi 116 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE TSi 116 Start/Stop 5dr - - -
SE TSi 95 Start/Stop 5dr - - -

On sale until January 2024

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.0 TSI 95ps SE 5dr £19,135 56.5 mpg 11.1 s
1.5 TSI 150ps Monte Carlo 5dr £25,350 - 8.0 s
1.5 TSI 150ps Monte Carlo DSG 5dr £26,600 - 8.3 s
1.5 TSI 150ps SE 5dr £21,335 58.9 mpg 8.2 s
1.5 TSI 150ps SE DSG 5dr £22,585 56.5 mpg 8.4 s
Monte Carlo TSi 110 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr £25,155 - 10.2 s
Monte Carlo TSi 110 Start/Stop 5dr £23,905 - 10.2 s
SE Drive 1.5 TSi 150 ACT DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - 8.3 s
SE Drive 1.5 TSi 150 ACT Start/Stop 5dr - - 8.0 s
SE Drive TSi 110 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - 10.2 s
SE Drive TSi 110 Start/Stop 5dr - - 10.2 s
SE Drive TSi 95 Start/Stop 5dr - - 11.2 s
SE L Executive 1.5 TSi 150 ACT DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - 8.2 s
SE L Executive 1.5 TSi 150 ACT Start/Stop 5dr - - 8.0 s
SE L Executive TSi 110 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr - - 10.2 s
SE L Executive TSi 110 Start/Stop 5dr - - 10.1 s
SE TSi 110 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr £21,775 - 10.2 s
SE TSi 110 Start/Stop 5dr £20,485 - 10.2 s

On sale until November 2022

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.5 TSI 150ps SE L 5dr £23,380 57.6 mpg 8.3 s
1.5 TSI 150ps SE L DSG 5dr £24,630 55.4 mpg 8.4 s
SE L TSi 110 DSG Auto Start/Stop 5dr £23,825 - 10.2 s
SE L TSi 110 Start/Stop 5dr £22,575 - 10.2 s

On sale until August 2022

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.0 TSI 95ps S 5dr £17,700 55.4 mpg 11.1 s

On sale until April 2021

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.0 TSI 115ps Monte Carlo 5dr £23,905 - 9.9 s
1.0 TSI 115ps Monte Carlo DSG 5dr £25,155 - 10.0 s
1.0 TSI 115ps SE 5dr £19,935 56.5 mpg 9.9 s
1.0 TSI 115ps SE DSG 5dr £21,185 57.6 mpg 10.0 s
1.0 TSI 115ps SE L 5dr £21,980 55.4 mpg 9.9 s
1.0 TSI 115ps SE L DSG 5dr £23,230 56.5 mpg 10.0 s
1.6 TDI 115ps SE 5dr £21,835 67.3 mpg 10.2 s
1.6 TDI 115ps SE DSG 5dr £23,085 65.7 mpg 10.4 s
1.6 TDI 115ps SE L 5dr £23,880 67.3 mpg 10.2 s
1.6 TDI 115ps SE L DSG 5dr £25,130 65.7 mpg 10.4 s

On sale until February 2021

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.0 TSI 95PS SE L 5dr £21,180 55.4 mpg 11.1 s

Model History

March 2019

Skoda Kamiq revealed

The Skoda Kamiq sits below the Karoq and Kodiaq in Skoda's range. It's 4241mm long and 1793mm wide, with a height of 1531mm. The wheelbase measures 2651mm, giving rear passengers 73mm of knee room. The boot has a capacity of 400 litres, which increases to 1395 litres when the rear seats are folded down. As an optional extra, the front passenger’s seat back can also be folded down, allowing longer items up to 2447 mm to be transported with ease.

The interior is dominated by a 9.2-inch free-standing screen positioned in the driver’s field of view. Measuring 10.25 inches, the optional Virtual Cockpit is also amongst the largest displays in the segment.

Comfort options include a heated steering wheel and heated windscreen. The Kamiq also offers heated seats, not only for the two front seats but also as an option for the outer seats in the back.

All of the Skoda Kamiq’s engines are direct-injection units with turbochargers. They come with brake energy recovery as well as Stop/Start technology and comply with the currently strictest Euro 6d‑TEMP emissions standard. The entry-level engine is a 1.0 TSI delivering 95PS. From its cylinder capacity of 1.0-litre, this three-cylinder model produces maximum torque of 175Nm and features a manual 5-speed gearbox.

The 1.0 TSI with a power output of 115PS comes with a six-speed gearbox as standard, but can be fitted with a seven-speed DSG automatic as an option, and generates torque of 200Nm. The top-end engine is the four-cylinder 1.5 TSI with a power output of 150PS and maximum torque of 250Nm. Its Active Cylinder Technology (ACT) automatically shuts down two cylinders when the load is light, thus saving on fuel. This engine is also available with a seven-speed DSG as an alternative to the manual six-speed gearbox. All three petrol engines are equipped with a petrol particulate filter.

The four-cylinder 1.6 TDI diesel engine delivering 115PS also offers torque of 250Nm; it is fitted with an SCR catalytic converter with AdBlue injection and a diesel particulate filter as standard. This efficient diesel engine is coupled with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard; a seven-speed DSG is available as an option.

With 37mm more ground clearance than the new compact car, the Skoda Scala, the manufacturer says the Kamiq's chassis combines the advantages of an SUV with the agile handling of a compact car. Sport Chassis Control allows for an even more dynamic set-up. This optional sporty chassis is 10mm lower and, in addition to the Normal mode, also has a Sport mode with firmer characteristics for the shock absorbers that feature adjustable valves. Drivers can configure the two chassis settings in the menu for Driving Mode Select, which comes in combination with Sport Chassis Control. Driving Mode Select offers a choice of four modes: Normal, Sport, Eco and Individual. As an optional extra, underbody protection is available for those who also like to venture off‑road.

September 2019

Skoda Kamiq priced from £17,700

Skoda has announced final prices and specifications for its new Kamiq ahead of UK deliveries starting in November.

The Kamiq range comprises four trim levels: S, SE, SE L and Monte Carlo. The entry-level Kamiq S is priced from £17,700 and features 16-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and tail lights, air conditioning, Swing infotainment system with DAB, a 6.5-inch touchscreen display and ŠKODA e-Call. The SE starts at £19,135 and adds 17-inch alloy wheels, body-coloured bumpers, Bolero infotainment system with 8-inch touchscreen display and Wireless Smartlink for Apple CarPlay. SE models also come with rear parking sensors, cruise control and light and rain sensors. SE L models are priced from £21,180 and add 18-inch alloy wheels, Amundsen infotainment system with navigation and 9.2-inch touchscreen display, keyless engine start/stop and Blind Spot detection. SE L customers also benefit from black and silver microsuede interior upholstery, silver haptic decorative inserts and hot stamping in glossy black and rear LED lights with dynamic indicators. The Kamiq Monte Carlo is set to go on sale later in the year. Prices are yet to be announced but it features gloss black detailing and badging along with a panoramic roof, special 18-inch Vega anthracite alloy wheels, and red LED ambient lights.

The Kamiq range consists of four engine options; three petrol and one diesel. The petrol engine line-up features two 1.0 TSI units with outputs of 95PS and 115PS, and a 1.5 TSI motor that generates 150PS. Both the 115PS and 150PS units can be specified with a seven-speed DSG gearbox. The single diesel engine is a 1.6 TDI unit that develops 115PS. It can also be specified with a seven-speed DSG gearbox.

The new Kamiq will arrive in the UK in November.

Kamiq S

CO2 (g/km)

VED Band

Recommended OTR

BiK 2019/20

P11D Value

1.0 TSI 95 PS

116

G

£17,700.00

27%

£17,475.00

Kamiq SE

1.0 TSI 95 PS

116

G

£19,135.00

27%

£18,910.00

1.0 TSI 115 PS

116

G

£19,935.00

27%

£19,710.00

1.0 TSI 115 PS DSG

113

G

£21,185.00

26%

£20,960.00

1.5 TSI 150 PS

TBC

TBC

TBC

TBC

£21,110.00

1.5 TSI 150 PS DSG

TBC

TBC

TBC

TBC

£22,360.00

1.6 TDI 115 PS

112

G

£21,835.00

30%

£21,570.00

1.6 TSI 115 PS DSG

112

G

£23,085.00

30%

£22,820.00

Kamiq SE L

1.0 TSI 95 PS

116

G

£21,180.00

27%

£20,955.00

1.0 TSI 115 PS

116

G

£21,980.00

27%

£21,755.00

1.0 TSI 115 PS DSG

113

G

£23,230.00

26%

£23,005.00

1.5 TSI 150 PS

TBC

TBC

TBC

TBC

£23,155.00

1.5 TSI 150 PS DSG

TBC

TBC

TBC

TBC

£24,405.00

1.6 TDI 115 PS

112

G

£23,880.00

30%

£23,615.00

1.6 TSI 115 PS DSG

112

G

£25,130.00

30%

£24,865.00

January 2020

Skoda launches Kamiq Monte Carlo

Skoda has announced the introduction of a new Monte Carlo trim level for its Kamiq.

The Kamiq Monte Carlo features a host of gloss black detailing, along with 18-inch black Vega alloy wheels, panoramic sunroof, full LED headlights and tail lights, and a special sports front bumper. At the rear, there is a black diffuser and black boot lettering.

Inside, the Kamiq Monte Carlo is equipped with sports seats, sports steering wheel and aluminium pedals as standard. Passengers also benefit from ambient lighting in red, a black roof lining and door sills with Kamiq lettering. In terms of technology, all Kamiq Monte Carlo models feature Skoda's Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster, Amundsen infotainment system with 9.2-inch display, gesture control and Care Connect for one year.

The Kamiq Monte Carlo is available with two engine options; a 1.0 TSI 115PS unit and a 1.5 TSI 150PS engine. Both can be specified with either a six speed manual or a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox. Prices range from £23,305 for the 1.0 TSI 115PS model to £25,955 for the 1.5 TSI 150PS DSG model.

Engine

NEDC Equivalent CO2 Combined (g/km)

VED Band

Insurance Group (50)

Recommended OTR

BiK 2019/2020

P11D Value

1.0 TSI 115PS

116

G

12E

£23,305.00

27%

£23,080.00

1.0 TSI 115PS DSG

113

G

12E

£24,555.00

26%

£24,330.00

1.5 TSI 150PS

113

G

17E

£24,705.00

26%

£24,480.00

1.5 TSI 150PS DSG

116

G

17E

£25,955.00

27%

£25,730.00

June 2020

Skoda Kamiq engines updated

The engines fitted in the Kamiq will be converted to the Euro 6d standard. The 1.5 TSI produces 150PS while the 1.0 TSI is available with outputs of 95PS, and later in the year with 110PS.

The optional silver-coloured 17-inch Propus alloys are new, as is the Simply Clever multifunction storage pocket underneath the boot cover for extra storage. In the optional KESSY keyless vehicle entry system, the transmitter signal now deactivates if the key has not been moved for five minutes, instead of the previous 15 minutes. All Kamiq models are now equipped with an activated carbon filter that can also remove allergens from the air. The ScoutLine trim is also making its debut on Kamiq in the UK.

January 2022

Skoda Kamiq updated with new SE L Executive model

Replacing the previous Skoda Kamiq SE L, the new trim level adds more equipment, including 18" Vega alloy wheels, heated front seats, rear view camera and front parking sensors.

Customers can specify the new SE L Executive trim grade with one of two engine options; a 1.0 TSI three-cylinder unit that develops 110PS or a four-cylinder 1.5 TSI unit with 150PS. Both can be specified with a seven-speed DSG automatic. Prices for Kamiq SE L Executive models start at £24,465 OTR.

January 2024

Facelifted Skoda Kamiq goes on sale

The new Skoda Kamiq features a revised design that includes a larger front grille with double slats, the option of full LED Matrix technology for the first time and a new rear bumper features a reprofiled diffuser and tailgate lettering that incorporates the brand’s new corporate identity.

Inside, the Kamiq features three new design selections – a concept first seen on the Enyaq family. Designed to reflect modern living environments, the Loft, Lodge and Monte Carlo design selections are offered in the SE, SE L and Monte Carlo models respectively. All three add new materials and colours and feature an expanded range of sustainable and natural fibres and materials designed to reduce the Kamiq’s production CO2 footprint.

Customers can order the new Kamiq with one of three engine options that offer outputs ranging from 95PS to 150PS. Buyers can additional specify a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox on two units. The two 1.0 TSI motors are new to the Kamiq and come from Skoda’s more efficient evo2 family of engines. While the entry-level unit has the same 95PS output as before, the higher power engine now develops 116PS, an increase of 6PS. The 116PS engine, along with the range-topping 150PS 1.5 TSI unit is available with a six-speed manual gearbox or a seven-speed DSG. 

In terms of equipment, the Kamiq features a simplified trim line-up with three grades: SE, SE L and Monte Carlo. Postioned below the Karoq and Kodiaq in Škoda’s award-winning SUV range, the new Kamiq now offers even greater value for money.

Kamiq SE – from £24,030
The entry-level SE comes with a comprehensive equipment list that includes 17-inch Stratos alloy wheels, new Loft interior design selection, 8.25-inch infotainment display, 8.0-inch digital instrument display and wireless Smartlink as standard. SE models also feature full LED headlights with LED daytime running lights, rear parking sensors, dual-zone climate control, four USB-C fast charging ports and keyless start/stop as standard. The Kamiq’s Simply Clever features include a 12 volt socket in the boot for accessories, phone pockets on the front seat backs and a boot net package as standard.

Kamiq SE L – from £27,175
Customers opting for the higher spec SE L gain, 18-inch Fornax alloy wheels, new Lodge interior, larger 9.2-inch Škoda navigation display and 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit. In terms of design, the SE L models come with ambient lighting in red and white, chrome window surrounds and privacy glass for the rear side windows.

Kamiq Monte Carlo – £29,275
The range-topping Monte Carlo delivers an even more dynamic look thanks to 18-inch Ursa black diamond cut alloy wheels, black door mirrors, radiator grille and badging and panoramic sunroof. Monte Carlo models also feature a bespoke Monte Carlo interior design selection, full LED Matrix headlights with AFS (adaptive front light system) with cornering function and dynamic indicators and full rear LED lights with dynamic indicators. Monte Carlo buyers additionally benefit from a rear-view camera and keyless entry with start/stop, along with Drive mode select with Sport Chassis Control as standard.

September 2024

Skoda Kamiq gets improved standard equipment, prices start from £24,190

Skoda has updated the Kamiq range, adding more equipment as standard across the line-up. The new range consists of three trim grades: SE Edition, SE L Edition and Monte Carlo Edition, each priced at £150 more than the respective outgoing model.

The entry level Kamiq SE Edition now includes metallic paint, a rear-view camera, 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit, 9.2-inch navigation display and voice control.

The Kamiq SE L Edition replaces the SE L model, adding metallic paint, heated front seats, a rear-view camera, front parking sensors, keyless entry and drive mode select.

The top of the range Monte Carlo Edition includes metallic paint, a heated sports steering wheel, heated front sports seats, adaptive cruise control, wireless phone charging and front parking sensors – all of which were optional on the previous trim grade.

Skoda Kamiq pricing

Kamiq SE Edition £24,190
Kamiq SE L Edition £27,335
Kamiq Monte Carlo Edition £29,435

What does the Skoda Kamiq cost?

Buy new from £19,989(list price from £24,190)