Skoda Kamiq | The Best Compact SUV On The Market?

Summary

In this review, Henrik examines the Skoda Kamiq Selection variant, a compact SUV with a starting price of €24,137. Highlighting its design, performance, and features, the video showcases the car's full LED lights, optional 17-inch wheels, and 1.5L engine producing 150 horsepower. The interior offers a spacious feel with a panoramic sunroof, while the 50L fuel tank promises a range over 850 km. The car's safety features, including adaptive cruise control and a high NCAP safety rating, are emphasized, making it an appealing choice for city dwellers and long trips alike.

Takeaways

• 🚗 The Skoda Kamiq is a small SUV in the compact segment, competing with vehicles like the Nissan Juke and Volkswagen T-Roc.
• 💰 The base model of the Kamiq costs €24,370, while the Selection variant, as reviewed, is priced around $34,000 with all extras included.
• 🔨 The car features chrome grille details, which are aesthetically pleasing but made of fake material, and Skoda's signature logo design.
• 💡 All variants of the Kamiq come standard with LED lights, with an option for upgraded full LED lights known as Skoda Crystal Light.
• 🏎 The test car has 17-inch Propus black light metal wheels and a 110 horsepower, 1-liter 3-cylinder engine, though in Germany, only the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder with 150 horsepower is available.
• 🏁 The Kamiq has a top speed of 198 km/h and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 10.2 seconds, with the fastest variant reaching it in 8.1 seconds.
• 🛣️ The car has a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.5 liters per 100 km, offering a good range for its size.
• 🧰 The interior offers a good amount of space for passengers, with a panoramic sunroof adding to the spacious feel, but the trunk space is limited with a maximum volume of 1,395 liters.
• 🛠️ The car comes with a 2-year warranty, which is considered quite short, and features like keyless go, heated seats, and an optional digital cockpit.
• 🔊 The Kamiq has a decent sound system, a 6-speed manual gearbox, and optional wireless charging and USB ports for added convenience.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The car is designed with safety in mind, featuring adaptive cruise control, pilot assist, and a high safety rating from the NCAP norm, making it suitable for families.

Q & A

What is the Skoda Kamiq and what segment does it belong to?

The Skoda Kamiq is a small SUV that belongs to the compact segment.

What are some competitors of the Skoda Kamiq mentioned in the script?

Some competitors of the Skoda Kamiq mentioned are the Nissan Juke and the Renault Captur Tour.

What is the base price of the Skoda Kamiq without any additional features?

The base price of the Skoda Kamiq without any additional features is 24,370 Euros.

What is the price of the Skoda Kamiq Selection variant with all the extras as reviewed in the script?

The price of the Skoda Kamiq Selection variant with all the extras as reviewed is around 34,000 Euros.

What are the different variants of the Skoda Kamiq available in Germany?

In Germany, the Skoda Kamiq is available in three different variants: Essence, Selection, and Monte Carlo.

What type of lights do all variants of the Skoda Kamiq come with?

All variants of the Skoda Kamiq come with full LED lights.

What is the engine specification of the Skoda Kamiq variant reviewed in the script?

The engine specification of the reviewed Skoda Kamiq variant is a 1.5 L 4-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower and 250 Newton meters of torque.

What is the fuel consumption rate of the Skoda Kamiq as mentioned in the script?

The fuel consumption rate of the Skoda Kamiq as mentioned is 5.5 liters per 100 km (WTP claimed), but the actual usage during the review was around 6.1 liters per 100 km.

What is the towing capacity of the Skoda Kamiq, and what is required to achieve it?

The towing capacity of the Skoda Kamiq is 1.25 tons, which can be achieved by optionally getting a towing hook at an extra cost of around 400 Euros.

What are the dimensions of the Skoda Kamiq's luggage space, and what is the loading lip like?

The Skoda Kamiq has a luggage space of up to 1,395 liters, but the loading lip is fairly big, which might not be ideal for loading certain items.

What are some of the interior features of the Skoda Kamiq mentioned in the script?

Some interior features of the Skoda Kamiq mentioned include a panoramic sunroof, optional wireless charging, two USB C ports, automatic climate control, and a digital cockpit display.

Outlines

00:00

🚗 Skoda Kamiq Selection Variant Overview

Henrik introduces the Skoda Kamiq in the Selection variant, a small SUV in the compact segment, comparing it with competitors like the Nissan Juke and Renault Captur. The base Kamiq costs €13,700, while the fully equipped Selection variant is around €34,000. The car features chrome grille details, full LED lights, and optional features like 17-inch Propus black light metal wheels. The engine discussed is a 1.0L 3-cylinder producing 110 horsepower, though the 1.5L 4-cylinder with 150 horsepower is not available in Germany. The car's design, performance, and fuel efficiency are highlighted, with a focus on practicality and the car's compact size.

05:01

🌟 Detailed Features and Fuel Efficiency

This paragraph delves into the Kamiq's fuel efficiency, boasting a 50L fuel tank with a claimed 5.5L/100km fuel consumption, translating to a range of nearly 900km. The car's interior is discussed, including the Dynamic package features like sport seats with Alcantara inserts, a panoramic sunroof, and a 6-speed manual gearbox. The infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is praised for its ease of use. The paragraph also covers optional features like wireless charging, automatic climate control, and a digital cockpit display, emphasizing the car's modernity and comfort.

10:02

🛠 Practicality and Safety Features

The third paragraph focuses on the practicality of the Kamiq, discussing its spacious interior, especially the rear seats which offer ample legroom and comfort. It mentions the car's safety features, including adaptive cruise control, a speed limiter, and a high overall safety rating from NCAP. The transmission is highlighted for its user-friendliness, and the car's suspension and noise levels are commended for providing a comfortable and quiet ride. The visibility and maneuverability of the car are also praised, making it suitable for both city driving and longer trips.

15:02

🏁 Final Verdict on the Skoda Kamiq

Henrik concludes the review by expressing his personal preference for the Skoda Kamiq over other compact SUVs like the Nissan Juke. He emphasizes the Kamiq's spacious interior, modern design, and high-quality feel. While acknowledging that it doesn't offer the trunk space of a larger SUV, he deems it perfect for city use and small family trips. The video ends with a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and join for future reviews.

Keywords

💡Scoda Kamiq

The Scoda Kamiq is a compact SUV model produced by the Czech automobile manufacturer Škoda Auto. It is the focus of the video, which reviews its features, performance, and design. The Kamiq is positioned in the small SUV segment, competing with other models like the Nissan Juke. The video script discusses the Kamiq's design elements, engine options, and interior space, emphasizing its appeal as a city SUV with potential for longer trips.

💡Compact Segment

The term 'compact segment' refers to a category of vehicles that are smaller in size, typically offering a balance between affordability, fuel efficiency, and maneuverability. In the context of the video, the Scoda Kamiq is described as a small SUV within this segment, indicating that it is designed for urban environments and for consumers looking for a vehicle that is easy to handle and park.

💡Selection Variant

The 'Selection Variant' is a specific trim level or version of the Scoda Kamiq that comes with additional features and options beyond the base model. The video script mentions that this variant costs around $34,000 with all the extras included, positioning it as a more premium offering within the Kamiq lineup.

💡Design

In the context of the video, 'design' encompasses the visual aesthetics and styling features of the Scoda Kamiq. The script discusses the car's front grille, chrome elements, LED lights, and overall shape, which contribute to its appeal as a modern and stylish compact SUV.

💡Engine Specifications

Engine specifications refer to the technical details of a vehicle's engine, including its size, type, horsepower, and torque. The video script provides a detailed look at the Kamiq's engine options, mentioning a 1.0 L 3-cylinder engine with 110 horsepower and a 1.5 L 4-cylinder engine with 150 horsepower, highlighting the performance capabilities of the vehicle.

💡LED Lights

LED lights, or Light Emitting Diodes, are a type of lighting technology used in vehicles for headlights, taillights, and interior lighting. The video script notes that the Scoda Kamiq comes standard with LED lights, which are energy-efficient and provide a modern look to the vehicle.

💡Fuel Efficiency

Fuel efficiency is a measure of how far a vehicle can travel on a set amount of fuel, typically measured in miles per gallon (MPG) or kilometers per liter (KM/L). The video script discusses the Kamiq's fuel consumption, noting a real-world figure of 6.1 liters per 100 kilometers, which is considered good for its class.

💡Safety Features

Safety features are components and technologies in a vehicle designed to prevent accidents or mitigate their effects. The video script mentions the Kamiq's safety rating, adaptive cruise control, and pilot assist, which contribute to its overall safety and make it a reliable choice for consumers.

💡Interior Space

Interior space refers to the amount of room available inside a vehicle for passengers and their belongings. The video script emphasizes the Kamiq's spacious interior, particularly the rear seat legroom and the overall comfort it provides for passengers, despite being a compact SUV.

💡Dynamic Package

The 'Dynamic Package' likely refers to a set of features or options that enhance the vehicle's performance and driving experience. The video script mentions this package in the context of the Kamiq's sporty seats and black interior accents, suggesting it adds a more aggressive and performance-oriented feel to the vehicle.

💡Infotainment System

An infotainment system is a combination of infotainment and entertainment features in a vehicle, typically including a display screen, navigation, audio playback, and smartphone integration. The video script describes the Kamiq's infotainment system as user-friendly, mentioning wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, which are important for modern drivers.

Highlights

The Skoda Kamiq in the Selection variant is a small SUV in the compact segment.

Competes with other compact SUVs like the Nissan Juke and Renault Captur Tour.

The base Kamiq model costs €24,370, while the Selection variant with extras is around $34,000.

Design features chrome grille and Skoda logo, with a distinct front intake and lip design.

Available in different variants in Germany: Essence, Selection, and Monte Carlo.

Full LED lights are standard across all Kamiq variants, including optional Crystal Light and washing feature.

Optional 17-inch Propus black light metal wheels enhance the vehicle's appearance.

The car has a braking distance of 35.5 meters, which is fairly good for its weight class.

Engine options include a 110 horsepower 1L 3-cylinder or a 150 horsepower 1.5L 4-cylinder.

The 1L engine is not available for configuration in Germany but is in other countries like Austria.

Fuel tank capacity is 50L with a claimed fuel usage of 5.5L, offering a range of around 850-900 km.

Interior features include Dynamic package, sport seats, and Alcantara materials.

The car has a 6-speed manual gearbox, with an optional automatic version available for €2,000 extra.

Safety features include adaptive cruise control, travel assist, and a good safety rating from NCAP.

The Kamiq offers a comfortable ride with quiet engine noise and comfortable suspension.

The car has a good turning radius of 11.1 meters, making it easy to maneuver in town.

The rear seats offer ample space for passengers, even for taller individuals.

The trunk space is limited, with a volume of 400L to 1,395L, but the interior space compensates for it.

The car includes a panoramic sunroof, making the interior feel more spacious.

The reviewer finds the Kamiq more likable than competitors due to its modern look and spacious interior.

The Kamiq is suitable for city driving and longer trips, though not ideal for large families due to trunk space.

Transcripts

welcome back to another video my name is

Henrik and today we're going to be

looking at the scoda kamik in the

selection variant this is supposed to be

a small SUV in the compact segment and

there's some other um competitors for

instance the niss and Juke which we

already had a review on you can check

that out right up there the Rena cup

tour also um the Volkswagen Tross stuff

like that so if you want to check those

out there is going to be some videos on

our Channel but let's actually take a

look at the car this is going to cost

you the cik without any selection to it

is going to cost you 24 €

1,370 the one that we have right here is

the selection variant so in Germany you

have three different variants the

essence the selection and also the Monte

car this one is going to cost you with

all the EXs that we have around $34,000

so quite a lot let's actually start off

the car or the review with the design in

the front we can see we do have the

whole Grill in Chrome in here which

doesn't look bad but the Chrome is

actually fairly fake so there's really

nothing real about it apart from these

intakes down here which from far it

doesn't look bad but once you close up I

think it doesn't doesn't look that great

because everything is basically covered

in here which doesn't look that great

also we do have the scoda logo up here

which again is that I kind of like it

because we got that arrow and also that

like bird up there which looks pretty

cool and further down we do have some

more intakes in here just this typical

scoda design with also a little bit of a

lip down here which looks pretty cool

you could also theoretically get the

Scout line variant which is going to

make it a little bit more

off-road that is it for the front apart

from the lights on the side which we

have let's actually go around this side

the lights on here are going to be the

full LEDs one thing that is nice you

always get LED lights on your camic so

whatever variant you have you always get

lights LED lights if you get lights that

would be nice the scoda Crystal Light is

the up upgraded full LED lights which is

nice they're not Matrix lights but they

are going to be full LED lights with

also an optional washing um fo your

lights in here you can have that as well

let's go further onto the side where we

can see we do on here have our optional

17-in wheels wheels which are the propus

black light metal wheels these are

actually I think they look pretty cool

they have a very cool and the distinct

design to it and looks fairly decent

with a brake hting distance of 35.5 M

that is also a fairly good rate because

well it's not the best rate but the car

only weighs at in at around 1.3 tons and

with the engine that we have in here

that's actually um going to allow you

for some good performance let's also

quickly see what we can get from 100

down to

zero okay what do we get okay 38 m

yeah well it's a little bit more than we

had we did have a little bit of a

slipping distance so it wasn't the

smoothest one going on the brakes but 38

m is not going to be world breaking but

35.5 is what's supposed to be claimed

but yeah but the engine that we have in

here is 110 horsepower 1 L 3-cylinder

engine and you can't get that in Germany

right now you can only get the

4-cylinder Engine with 1.5 L which is

going to produce a 150 horsepower 250

Newton M but this engine right here you

can't configure in Germany right now so

the price that everything is a little

bit weird about the car because

basically this doesn't exist in Germany

in other countries it does exist for

instance Austria you can get it but in

Germany you can't so right in here we

have a 1 lit 3 cylinder engine producing

110 horsepower with 200 Newton M those

newon meters are going to be available

at 2,000 RPMs and also your max speed is

198 km an hour as well as 0 to 100 in

around 10.2 seconds the lowest you can

get is around 8.1 seconds with that 1.5

L 4 cylinder engine but you can see it

is a fairly compact engine because it's

only 1 L so it's a fairly small engine

and you can see all of the three

cylinders in here right up there one two

and three and yeah well there's really

not much to the engine apart from that

it's an engine which is turbocharger and

that's basically it and one thing that's

also not nice about this is it doesn't

have actually any Springs to it so this

is really hard to hold up you can

obviously do this as well but just

getting this up you're going to be able

you're going to be a body lifter once

you do this a couple of times but scod

scoda are Fairly reliable cars so this

car is going to last for a fairly good

time

but one thing that's also nice about it

is you only have a warranty of 2 years

which is actually not much at all if you

move further you could optionally also

get automatically foldable side mirrors

we don't have that right now and we also

don't have a 360 camera in here so we

don't have any cameras down here if you

look at here we do also have keyless go

for the passenger and also the driver

side so you can see I just locked the

car and generally the design is fairly

decent we don't have like plastic touch

down here but one thing if you come a

little bit

closer you can see the welding on here

this is a complete welding line and it

is really rough I got to say if you put

your finger over it this fairly rough

and I don't know they could have

probably okay uh okay that's very dirty

they could have probably put something

above it just so you can't see that

welding line but from the fire you can't

see it but just when you're up close it

looks a little bit looks a little bit

weird in here we also have a fuel tank

capacity of 50 L with a

wtp um 5.5 L I think it was so 5.5 L is

a wtp claimed um fuel usage and that's

going to give you almost a range of

around 860 850 km which is or actually

more 900 something which is a really

good rate because you do have that fuel

capacity of 50 L but we'll talk a little

bit more once we're driving how much we

actually used we are currently sitting

at well that's since start 7.5 let's

let's not look at that since um well

long drive 868 km we have been using

what 6.1 L which is really good rate you

can't um well can't complain about that

6.1 even we did do a fairly long drive

over the um over the autan and we were

averaging what was like 5.2 or something

like that even 4.9 at some point so

really really good consumption rate and

that's going to allow you to get almost

at 2,000 km Mark which is really nice if

we go further onto the side we can see

we or back we can see we do have a

fairly big lights which go all the way

through the side and then towards the

back again they are going to be LED

lights hopefully the wind is also not

too much right now because yeah it it's

fairly windy today but on the back a

fairly decent um size back window which

is also heated as you can see by the

lines and a little bit of a spoiler up

top with a scoda logo on there and yeah

towing capacity I think is 1.25 tons

which you could optionally get if you

get a towing hook on there which going

to cost around €400 extra I think and

then if you open this

up we also have a re viw camera as you

can see right there and we can also

automatically Fold It Up which is going

to cost you another 400 extra if you

want to use that and one thing that I

can see right in here is loading

capacity in here is just really not that

much trying to put something in here you

can put like two big suitcases in here

and that's it you can obviously flip

over the back and also this thing I

don't know how you really use this like

it's supposed to cover everything up but

I don't know where to put it like where

do I put this thing I I removed it once

and now I can't figure out where to put

it you can obviously remove this up here

but the fuel Capac or not fuel capacity

the volume that you have in here is 400

L up to to

1,395 which is really not that much you

can also flip this up on the bottom so

you do have some more storage space in

here but that's going to have a fairly

big loading lip so you might not want

that exactly and another thing that you

have under here is a spare tire which is

nice as most ties don't have that and a

tire repair kit um which is also going

to cost you extra so the inside is also

a little bit interesting because when

trying to configure this thing most of

the things that we have in here actually

don't work in the configurator for

instance we have well Dynamic package

but with the dynamic package you

couldn't get heated steering wheel and

we don't well you could get heated

steering wheel but we don't have heated

steering wheel because only you can only

get leather um steering wheel with

heated um leather steering wheel but we

don't have that so I'm not totally sure

what everything we have in here but we

can see we do have the dynamic package

in here because for instance on this um

bar we do have the black touches in here

like black dots that's going to come

with the dynamic package also the seats

that we have in here come with the

dynamic package because they're more of

a sport seat and they're actually fairly

comfortable they might if you're a

little bit wider on the on your hip side

or your like lower

abdomen they are fairly compact so you

might not have the most comfortable

things so if you're a little bit bigger

um you might not want to choose these

seats because they're just going to be a

little bit hotter on you um well not

this comfortable um yeah not that

comfortable but we do also have alcantar

on the side and then in general just

some normal fabric on here they do feel

pretty comfortable so all over a long

time you can definitely sit in here

fairly comfortable we do also have two

um heated seats so both your passenger

and your driver seat are going to be

heated quality Wise It's actually fairly

decent up here we have good material

only plastic a little bit down there but

wherever you basically touch it's not

going to be high quality but it is

completely doable for the price Venture

you got in here so you can't really

complain about that you also got those

like interesting scoda door handles

which look pretty cool sound system here

is actually also fairly decent so you

don't need to like you don't need to

worry about having a bad sound system if

you can see right here we do have the

sixspeed autom not automatic six-speed

manual gearbox which is a very easy to

use gearbox we'll definitely see that

once we're driving down here we also

have the optional phone booth which is

going to allow you for wireless charging

as well as two USB C's that's going to

cost you €400 extra automatic climate

control with heated uh front heated

windshield on the front and also on the

back and air conditioning up here and a

fairly big infotainment display which

works really nice and very easy to use

actually and shows you everything that

you need Wireless Apple carplay Android

auto you can have that as well steering

wheel also like I said very easy to use

typical scoda steering wheel where you

just have a couple of buttons on here

non-touch control so very nice and also

we have the optional digital cockpit in

here which is also going to show you

everything that you really need but

we'll look at that once we're driving we

do also have one little small armrest in

here so you can not put much in there

just your belongings and we also have

this thing where you can put your um

your key or some other stuff but if you

want to remove that we do also have two

couples in here which are really small

so you're just going to be able to fit

like those .5 l in there one thing that

we do also have is the panoramic window

which is nice you can open it however

but it is very big and I really it

really makes the small compact SUV more

spacious and if you want I did forget

that outside you could got get an

optional 75 Kg of um roof loading weight

and with the car being 4 M and 24 cm

long you can definitely see we have a

ton of space in here that is a little

bit compromised that we do not have that

much space in the trunk but in here if

you're sitting in the back you have

plenty of room this is adjusted to me

around an 8 1 M and 80 8 m and 10 cm

that would be insane or 5' 11 and you

can see room is completely fine leg room

also it's just completely really really

nice I got to say and also because it's

not an electric car you have the um

bench in here fairly low and because you

have that much space you can just easily

rest your um your thighs on here which

is going to make it really comfortable

quality wise for the seats again same as

in the front they are very nice they're

not as um compact as the front seats

because they don't have that much

arching out on the side so if you're a

bigger person you can easily sit in the

back and you can also adjust the

headrest to whatever liking you want

they're not adjust not non-adjustable

like in the front so you can adjust them

in the back ISO fix points in here also

very easy to use just like in at the

well it looks like a pster kind of Volvo

typical thing but these are easy to use

just plug that out and in center console

or Center yeah basic center console two

USB CS a little bit of a climate control

which you can't adjust the temperature

of and down here we also have this

optional thing I don't know well not

optional but it's something that I don't

actually know what you can do with it

but that's there some more storage space

in the um back where you can put your

Maps whoever uses Maps nowadays quality

wise on the side just like in the front

you can't really say much about it

automatic windows on the back and head

room is also a lot because you got that

sunroof and therefore you can

comfortably sit in in here with the m190

6'2 6' 3 easily accessible for you which

is really really nice and one thing I

did forget is also the center console

two couples in here but you can't flip

out the center so you can't put any

Skuse to there we do also have an 850

your extra option here which is going to

be the um your driver assistant so what

we have in here is adaptive cruise

control we do not have a heads up

display that would be a pretty cool

option but we do also have adaptive

cruise control like I said we have a

limiter we have pilot assist or travel

assist which is going to just allow you

to go or drive very easily um over long

distance which is nice and it's just

going to allow for a very smooth and

easy ride over long distance and in

general you have a very good safety

rating for this car as well child

occupant safety rating is at around 86%

from the NCAP norm and also your um if

you're GR up at around 96 so a very safe

car when it comes to the safety features

which is very nice and it's just going

to allow you to have a fairly safe ride

wi quality in general also good the uh

suspension here feels fairly comfortable

and also the noise is also not that loud

if you can hear wind noise right now

it's fairly windy outside we're driving

around 100 km and it's fairly quiet also

you can see six GE at around 100 km

you're going to be looking at around

2,100 RPMs which is okay um but yeah

also engine noise is very very quiet so

you can't really you can't really say

much about that and then this

transmission is really really easy to

use so it's a very friendly transmission

even if you don't have the perfect

transition between your clutch and your

um gas

pedal this thing is not going to well

terminate your life I don't know if you

want to put it like that but it's not

going to be harsh on you and just

completely stop right away this has a

fairly good safety um or a fail rate I'd

say

so you're not going to be a driver when

you're driving in town that's going to

completely stall the car straight away

so if you are looking to maybe get a

manual or an automatic gearbox the

automatic gearbox is going to cost you

around €2,000 extra so that's one thing

you might want to take into

consideration automatic gearbox if

you're mainly driving in town it's just

going to be a little bit more

comfortable and easy to use but if you

are good with Driving Manual then it's

also completely fine and surrounding

view is also really good you don't have

big pillars in here a little bit of a

bigger pillar in the back but in general

the rear view rear view um window is

also really really big and therefore

you're just going to have a really good

surrounding view as well so easy to see

everything around you and also to know

how big the car is really good let's

drive over here a little bit over a hard

the suspens or see how hard the

suspension is yeah but that is really

comfortable you you again you can't

complain about that it really feels good

and just gives you a smooth ride in

general like I said if you're a little

bit bigger the seats might be a little

bit uncomfortable over time

but general just driving in town here

little bit of a bigger bumps they're

really comfortable and a turning ranges

this is also fairly decent with 11.1 so

easily maneuverable around town as well

so what's my fin vertical in scoda cik

well I personally like it a lot more

than this and Juke that we already had

due to the fact that you just get a lot

more space in the interior quality wise

looks a lot more modern and also better

and it generally is a very nice car

theoretically it's something between a

compacta and also an SUV it's not going

to give you the space of an SUV in the

SUV SUV in the trunk so if you want a

little bit more space you should be

looking at something else but other than

that this is a perfect City kind of

small SUV for longer trips as well which

is going to work perfectly fine if

you're two people four people and going

into holidays it's not going to work for

that but generally a very good car and I

hope you guys did enjoy if you did make

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