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.