2021 Skoda Kamiq SUV review - the world's best small SUV? | What Car?
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
- In our first drive of the new 2021 Skoda Kamiq SUV, we'll be finding out how the Czech brand's latest (and smallest) SUV model stacks up against its key rivals, the Seat Arona and VW T-Cross. Join us in France to find out if this could be the world's best small SUV.
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No toy Kamiqs were harmed in the making of the video... (much!)
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What is it with Skoda's styling of late? They used to be really nicely styled - especially the previous generation Octavia and the Yeti, but they are now ultra boring. The Kamiq, Karoq, Scala and Kodiaq are so bland and unoriginal compared to their rivals, as well as Skoda's older models from the 2000s. They have no appeal for younger people anymore and are only likely to appeal to older people or those who don't care what the car they are driving looks like!
@@lifeinrussia1991 well its possible that the same design you consider boring is been sought by customers as all the other options in market are too edgy / expressive / sporty / you got the idea.
I agree it's not very innovative, they were lazy to design it and it shows, but hey, why fix something that ain't broken
Why would you throw the toy away? 😡 Not cool
@@KK-gc5lj ssss
Have the car since 2 days, lovely car ...the kids like it more than the octavia and the suberb...3 skoda in 3 years...like the brand
As a Škoda enthusiast, I am smitten with this exciting new model!!.
Bought Kamiq 1.5 TSI brilliant to drive, get 58.2 mpg on travel to work , comfortable spacious. Love it
Own a magic black skoda kamiq 1.5 litre style, 150 hp.
My wife and me are pretty much happy!
I really like the look of the Kamiq. I moved over to Skoda last year buying the Octavia Estate, the best car I’ve owned so far I reckon (nice balance of comfort, practicality, and performance), having flirted with Kia (well built but dull to drive), Toyota (USED to be a very good brand), and Fords in the past.
Am into my 3rd week of owning a 115 DSG Kamiq SE and am stunned by the all-round quality. Ride is very smooth and comfortable,and reasonably quiet. Brakes, engine and gearbox also smooth, vastly more so than the mk6 Polo I traded in for this one. Build quality excellent, consumption fine. Believe the rave reviews.
Thinking about getting one how did you get on after a year.
@@KrisWaring1991 Apart from minor display niggles absolutely brilliant. Now done over 10,000 miles.
wow, I'm not fan of Skoda, but I really liked this car. Well done!
This will be my next car! ♥
When you buy any car from Skoda, it makes you feel pride.
I really agree with you
The Kamiq looks like a great car.
Skoda Kamiq - my vote
Skoda, that's Peactically Clever 👌
Skoda has really focused on attention to detail here and also offered big car features. Something's wrong here when it's interior is better built than the equivalent VW. There's more flagship equipment too. The skoda is supposed to be the budget version. The seat the sporty youthful one and the VW the more premium feeling one. Something has gone wrong. They've mixed it up. The VW is the good looking sporty one, the skoda is the premium one and the seat is the budget one. If the skoda costs more than the VW that'll be even more of a shock!
Skoda always win the internal VAG build quality audit, much to Audi's annoyance.
My Dad had one of the old rear engined communist Skodas; the design may have been antiquated but it was exquisitely built, take any panel off and there was a full gloss body colour top coat inside. I liked it when you turned the ignition on with a huge old fashioned Yale type key and all the dials jumped to their correct readings.
In uk, the electric tailgate is a purchased extra. If you want folding mirrors they can only be purchased as part of a larger additional package.. . They tuck you up in the uk. Doesn’t even come with a slimline spare wheel, just the expanding foam stuff… Despite that I do like the Kamiq…
Another very clever car from skoda always one step ahead of vw and seat by making their cars bigger and more practical.
This is a clever SUV, but it is a VW pretty much. I'm not sure why the video description says that the main rivals to this vehicle is a Seat Arona or VW T-Cross since they are all part of VW Group.
jason brown Agreed, but the difference here, is that the Kamiq, though build on the same MQB0A-platform, has been streched, so the wheelbase is 10 cm longer than the T-Cross and the Arona.
On top of that, the finish in the Kamiq seems to be better, with more soft materials in the cabin, and a larger selection of equipment, such as glassroof and powered tailgate.
@@jesperhald3969 Since we don't know the prices yet, it's hard to compare it to the other rivals on the market. The fact that it's longer is a plus only if you need a bigger car otherwise as a city car could be a disadvantage. Finally, VW cars do not compete against each other. VW executives aren't idiots and wouldn't let their brands to bleed each other. Those slightly different cars are parts of complementary marketing strategies to fight the real "enemies".
I have nevr had a Skoda, Currently I'm driving Volvo V40.Probably I should try one ... Maybe this or the new Octavia. I will test drive them both, butalready I have a feeling that botht of them are giving more value for the money that my current one.
I'm considering Kamiq and Scala! Hard choice, but leaning more towards Kamiq.
2021 Skoda uploaded in 2019? how come?
Very informative. Skoda always seems to put thought into practicality that other manufacturers ignore, and aside of the style gap and usual badge snobbery, there are fewer reasons to get an equivalent VW. In my honest opinion, of course.
To add, I don't see anybody regularly getting 53mpg from a 1.0 litre 115 PS petrol engine in a car that weighs nearly 1.2 tonnes.
Is this car lower or higher than a karoq.
I have a Seat Arona with the 1.0l 115PS engine and get around 40mpg with a mixture of city and country road driving
I am in love with this car.
4:08, that info vs T-cross is really misleading! I’m just back from the Zürich motorshow, checked out the T-cross, Arona, Scala, T-Roc, Karoq and Kamiq etc. First thing I was suprised was how small the T-cross boot is (with the seats in the normal back position), The Kamiq was much bigger in the respect. In the flesh, the car looks better, the Scala was impressive too. My wife kept jumping between the vw equivalents and saying that Skoda is the clever choice. (But might buy a Golf GTE!).
Nice vid. I have a suggestion/question for a possible future vid/article. Seeing as this segment is one of the most cluttered and good selling of all segments, I was wondering if a comparative could be done on the cool features and options of the infotainment and driving/parking assistance between the competitores. This class now offers great bang for buck but who has better offers on the infotainment and driving assistance end? Would like to see between the 2008, Capture, Kamiq, Arona, T-cross, CX-3, etc. Thanks
When a Skoda has a better quality interior than the VW equivalent you know something is wrong at VW HQ.
Ye I just bought a kamiq and my friend has a T cross and it makes no sense he payed his 5k quids more then I did :D
The build quality on my mk6 Polo was abysmal., totally shaded by my Kamiq
I have to point out, that the Kamiq isn’t the first Skoda to use the “animated” turnsignals. The Scala has Them as Well.
The two cars uses the same stretched MQB0A-platform.
Hi Jesper - apologies we should have clarified it's the first Skoda to have all-round directional indicators. The Scala has them on the rear only. Hope it didn't spoil your viewing!
What Car? Such a minor detail would not spoil My wieving at all 🙂 I was just trying to add some information to your brilliant video. No need for sarcasm.
@@jesperhald3969 No sarcasm, Jesper! It's a good point and we should have clarified. Glad you enjoyed.
What Car? So sorry! I misread that. I do apologize 🙂 Keep up the Good work 😊
Also the Superb has those animated turnsignals
Seemingly a nice practical affordable car I haven't seen one in person, is it available outside Europe ? Very nice video review BTW
Such a shame that they aren't doing AWD. This really is no replacement for the Yeti
Me in Colombia: I want to buy and Skoda toy for collection but they don´t sale it here
Will: *Trow the mini Kamiq*
Me: *Cries in third world*
Really looking forward to arrival of new Skoda Kamiq. Waiting for news when appearing in showrooms. Real congratulations to Skoda for not cheapening interior like VW T-Cross, T-Roc and Seat Arona dashboards. Cost cutting taken too far. My only criticism on tests so far is why not have electronic handbrake? Very hard to give up after years of use and benefit.
The best SUV? I really hope so, I will get it next week!!!😆
Love the look of the Kamiq
17 more days before i get my kamiq 1,5t :) cant wait for it
Well, how is it? I'm courious since im planning to buy it, thanks!
@@filipdurbaba well i have over 17k km on it by now... I have a sport pack and media pack and for bad roads pack... Comes with 17" Wheels... 1.5t motor is not bad at all.. I m very sporty on anythin.. Car or snowboard or mbike lol, but its good enough... Of coirse it doesn't stick as quattro in curves even with sports mode.. But u sit higher...Led Lights are great... I made around 20trips towing stuff on hwy.... U can go around 5.2l/100km, my style is like i said very sporty and i m around 7.1l in a long run... I took STYLE in free blue colour... They want like 20k euro for it but mine is for 4 years/180k km.. And then i return it back
@@RomanTezky84 wow, thanks Roman for such a detail review :) mine will be a bit more basic version but I hope it has the same quality, thanks once again!
@@filipdurbaba yeah no problem man, i dont know if its called the same there or if u are in 🇨🇿.. Your name seems like it but hey no problem in English language right :) so i would pick Style (not Ambition) there is a lots of difference.. Not only in lights, but other stuff like # of airbags, assistances, radio and # of speakers, parkin sensors and so on... I got 16" for winter and cant wait to go back on 17"....so different in handling.. If you are lookin for somethin like this in 4x4 and more power, then i would try Seat Ateca... Thats what i ll go for in 3 years... I dunno if they make 4x4 in Seat Arona(which starts around same range) but I have found Kamiq not really good in snow.. Havent tried a lot, but even in Prague lol.. I like quattro, way more fun.. And my tires didnt spin that much ever..! My front tires are like 40% more used then rear.. :) good luck and lots of good km's man
Decent summary but would be nice if you actually mentioned front seat comfort and whether suitable for a larger driver. Pretty fundamental miss in a review. Why don't you cover something so critical for a driver?? 🤔
I'm looking at either the kamiq or vauxhalls grandland x
Some great detail design. At last something to replace the Yeti. The low speed choppy suspension is a pity and similar to the Yeti
Please do a vrs version
When it will launch in India?????
How much is the deposit on this car on motability plz? Love it!
Well done yet again Skoda.....you just raised the bar.....again !....Look out VW :-).
they are the same company brah
Much much nicer looking than kona and t cross...and in the same level of t roc.by design.I really like this car.Never owned a skoda,but there always can be first time.
I absolutely detest the directional indicator fad. It's annoying and distracting.
That it is distracting is exactly the point. If an indicator doesn't distract you, it isn't doing its job.
Seems like a great car
1ltr engine for such a bulky car, is it good enough?
Great video...in which country this video was shot?
The car has czech license plates, but video was shot near Strasbourg as I can see from the map on touch screen. ;)
Im in a toss up between thjs and a ford puma,having driven ford for years,the puma is lovely but just so expensive for whatyou get,over £21k for one with nothing in it,yet a2019 kamiq with the 1.0 115bhp engine can be bought for £19 k with auto park adaptive cruise, rear camera,blis, which a good price for the amount of spec on them
Is there a twin clutch auto?
Inspired design in the interior :-)
Very nice car!! well done Skoda!
I want that scale model one
Why Emissions controls are making us burn more fuel ???
A small diesel car doing 58 MPG is terrible
No automatic version? I've got a duff hip and can't declutch.
Those indicators are a solution looking for a problem. If there was just one indicator each end, or there was on above the other, I could see the point, but I would assume most of us can cope with the amber light on the left meaning that the driver wishes to move left.
Looks good, excellent for the price in fact.
Hi Harvey, you can spec a DSG automatic gearbox with some engines!
Here in Israel we get the Hyundai Kona only with the rather strong 1.6 Turbo engine (177HP), FWD or AWD, both with automatic gearbox. It is by far better in performance than the Arona/Kamiq/T-Roc with that puny 3 cylinder 1.0 L turbo ...
Yep it is, but if i would buy any of these 3 i would go for the 4 cylinder 1.5 tsi evo with 150hp. It is a pretty strong engine.
When will there be an EV version?
My favorite car 👌👍
Can I ask someone who knows about cars a question? How long will it take for this 2020 car to go out of fashion and people start selling it for 500 to 1000? I don't care if I have to wait 10 years.
Does anyone remember all the old jokes about Skoda?
I can't remember any now
What do you call a convertible skoda? A skip.
@@allosaurusfragilis7782 😂nice.
Why do skoda's have heated rear windows?
To keep your hands warm when you're pushing it
Maybe in the 80’,not anymore:)
@@1973833 how do you double the value of your Skoda?
Fill up the fuel tank 😁
@@1973833 this is my favourite though... what do you call a skoda parked at the top of a steep hill?
A bleedy miracle 😂
Clearly to understand, well done.
do you knoww if the automatic transmition option comes also with pedal shifters on the wheel??
Paddle
Why do you feel the need to explain the wheel base, surely car drivers are aware that the wheel base is the distance between the axles with the need for it to be explained.
@@DanLMH thats just the answer i would expect from somebody in a job like yours you all think that we (joe public) as you put it are all thick.
The kamiq 2020 1.0 tsi is the working man's rolls Royce I know I have one _& there great value for money. Comfort as any armchairl
😎😎😎
First glance....the head looks like Citroen C4 Picasso~_~
Engine smoothness? Road / wind noise?
Skoda put a lot of other car manufacturers to shame...they are no longer the a laughing stock they are now very much a car manufacturing front runner
Eagerly waiting for its India launch 😍
This is a (nearly) perfect city-SUV. 😍
P.S.: It would be perfect ... if it would be possible ... to comand the ventilation ... by a simple button. Like common sense ... actually ... demands. 😏
Damn, I wish we could get these in the United States.
Don't tell Scotty Kilmer.
I'll buy one in 3 - 4 years as a recent yeti owner should I keep within the brand this seems to be the direct replacement
the karoq is the yeti direct replacement, the kamiq despite being smaller, might still be more than enough for your needs but the karoq is the direct replacement of the yeti
Getting this in a SE L 1.0 AUTO.. however I wanted to know if it comes with heated seats and rear/front cameras
Does it come with those?
The screenwash funnel is genius!
How much is the ground clearance ?
What's the depreciation after one year..?
15%
They should name a car as KARMA🤩🤩
There was an electric car called karma it was horrendous
In my opinion, the best SUV/crossover for the money is Suzuki S-Cross, 1.4. This Skoda looks nice, but it is waaaay more expensive.
Why do you keep saying T-cross? Isnt it T-Roc?
Of the 4 cars I would choose Kona because of the Price/performance ratio. I actually chose Kona :)
Ahmet Ilgaz it’s the t cross you door knob 😂
Skoda Kamiq Anyday
Where do they get these names from? God's sake! 😫😫🙀
True , just sound's stupid.. "what car do you have? ... a Kamiq.. A what " :-)))
I am Kamiq..
I don't know, but kamýk in old czech is synonymum to skála (rock) - scala. Not official though. I suppose "q" is a cool letter.
@@Loostyc Indeed in Slavic languages kamen is stone.
From the toilet
Why does a UK channel mentions milage in miles per gallon?
Yeah, that winds me up too
You’ll find out in few months 😉
@@rustypipe is that some post Brexit humour? 😂👍
I can't drive away an inpresion this is muscular Fabia II
I wanna know your opinion people, Citroen C 3 aircross or Škoda Kamiq?
I'd take the Kamiq any day of the week!
An amazing car
Another great Skoda 👍🏼
It’s a VW, Audi, Seat parts bin Frankenstein creation!
And better than all those pound for pound.
Please ...... Honking car locking wakes people up and creates Noise Stress Everywhere. We can hear Inside our Homes when people park. It wakes our kids up.
The Auto Industry needs to change to technology that does not emit noise into our neighborhoods.
Why not be an innovator? Thank you.
It is usually a feature that can be turned off in the cars computer.
2:05 Why is the check engine light on?
He probably has the ignition on but no engine running.
The engine is trying to say it's not big enough for that car.
Ignition is on
In most VW motors when you put your car under battery mode without ignition then you get the icon flashing
Does it matter for god sake, try to get some sleep tonght dont let it bother you too much!
Will it be available as with skoda's AWD?
Nope.
The Kamiq is not available with AWD
Will the 2020 model come with same interior as the new octavia ?
I want one.
Next week I will have one! 😍
I have owned two Skodas and am a fan of the marque, but somehow the Kamiq leaves me cold, no matter how good it is an an all-rounder. The over-reliance on touchscreen technology common to all new Skodas is a retrograde step motivated by cost-saving rather than ergonomics, while the new 1.5EVO engine is seriously flawed and should be given a wide berth.
It will launch
Most cars are quite smooth on a Motorway mate! 🤷🏼♂️
KAMIQ
KAROQ
KODIAQ
What are the differences please, simplified
Veri good Skoda kamiq love simpli cleva
Nice review, but poor poll, considering the Captur and 2008 are not there. You know, those two are the no 1 and no 2 in terms of sales (Europe), right? I would get the new Captur.
Andrei Petre although I have always loved Renault, I was advised by a Renault salesman not to buy any of their cars.. apparently, all is well for the first 3 years (car under guarantee), but then things start falling apart! Same with Peugeot, a manager from their factory on Slovakia told me to avoid them. Pity, as I love the designs :(
Does the t-cross offer anything over this? Seems not.
T cross doesn't even have front seat grab handles, so old gits like me will be buying the Skoda
South Africa is really missing out😒😒
I love Škodas but , my opinion is 1.0 liter engines are nonsense, and boot is small . so you are buying bulky city car actually . if you want to opt for a more reasonable engine like 1,6 , you pump up the price . not worth it in my book ...
Looks good but I would love to see a 1.6 turbocharged petrol engine with auto gearbox.maybe a Hyundai kona instead
Love wv but Skoda Wind this time, godbye t cross hello Kamiq
4:49 why is he driving at 4,000 rpm? 😂😂😂
They’ve copied Citroen’s front light set-up
Is this first review