Summary
The Skoda Kamiq is a small SUV/crossover, that sits underneath the larger Karoq in the Skoda SUV family. It was launched in late 2019, and shares most of its key mechanical parts with the Volkswagen T-Cross.
Many of the reviews we have analysed for the Kamiq so far have been short road tests from the international and UK launch events, rather than more extensive and comprehensive reviews, so it’s possible that its overall Expert Rating could alter by a few percentage points in coming months once more journalists have spent more time driving the car.
As of January 2025, the Skoda Kamiq holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 72%. The Kamiq has been praised for its comfort, practicality and value for money, while the only real criticisms have been that it doesn’t really stand out in any particular way.
Key specifications
Body style: Small SUV/crossover
Engines: petrol, diesel
Price: From £22,080 on-road
Launched: Autumn 2019
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
The Car Expert
Model reviewed: 1.6-litre diesel automatic SE
“Skoda builds some of the best affordable new cars on sale, and the Kamiq is no exception. However, the diesel automatic option tested here doesn’t show the Skoda Kamiq at its best, as it makes it both pricey and not especially smooth. Instead, stick with a more affordable petrol option and you will have one of the best small crossovers on sale.”
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Auto Express
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The Skoda Kamiq is one of the best small SUVs on sale – few can match its balance of practicality, value and comfort.”
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Model reviewed: Monte Carlo
Score: 8 / 10
“The Monte Carlo takes the Kamiq’s good bits and adds extra power and equipment. The mid-level models are still where the sweet spot of the Kamiq range lies, but this smart and swift small SUV is a nice book-end that looks great and offers the same level of practicality.”
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Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual SE L
Score: 8 / 10
“It drives neatly and offers loads of space, as well as a solid, well-built interior.”
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Kamiq is the entry to Skoda’s SUV range and joins a thriving sector of the market stacked with talented and distinctive rivals. Practicality, plentiful trim options and value for money all count its favour, likewise the brand’s reputation for reliability.”
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“So introverted, inoffensive and indistinct, I wonder if the Skoda Kamiq might be entirely passed by, as customers look for something with a bit more of a story, and a bit more buzz, the car you might end up with if you really can’t make your mind up about the others.”
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Car Keys
Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual
Score: 9 / 10
“Skoda first two SUVs have been instant hits, and the Kamiq only builds on that, with another class-leading crossover that will likely only continue to see this Czech manufacturer continue to go from strength to strength.”
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Carbuyer
Model reviewed:
Score: 8.6 / 10
“The Skoda Kamiq is the brand’s smallest SUV but it’s still very practical and well-equipped.” (Andy Goodwin, Charlie Harvey)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.8 / 10
“The Skoda Kamiq is everything good about Skoda wrapped up in a desirable small SUV package.”
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Carwow
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Skoda Kamiq is an excellent small SUV with a spacious cabin and plenty of high-tech features that’s dead easy to drive and a doddle to live with.”
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Company Car Today
Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual SE L
Score: 7.9 / 10
“A new entry in to the increasingly crowded small crossover market that does a lot of things well but doesn’t have a big flagship USP to grab the attention.”
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Daily Mirror
Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual SE L
Score: 6 / 10
“There’s nothing about the Skoda Kamiq that sets it apart from rivals. There’s no quirkiness that the Yeti had in spades. It’s a shame because the whole Volkswagen Group is turning into an organisation that makes too many similar cars.”
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Evo
Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 7 / 10
“Skoda’s late to the city SUV party, but might have just hit the jackpot in what will surely be a big seller.”
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Heycar
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“Hitting the market with something bold and brash isn’t Skoda’s way. While the understated Kamiq doesn’t shout about its abilities, it’s a really versatile little SUV that’s both spacious and upmarket enough to tempt buyers away from bigger and more expensive cars.”
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“While the Skoda Kamiq is somewhat anonymous to look at, we think it provides a classy and refined experience that few of its rivals can match.”
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Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual
“As small crossovers go, the Skoda Kamiq is a very versatile car. Space in the rear is excellent, with loads of headroom and a reasonable amount of legroom for adults. There are lots of useful features in the cabin, too, including plenty of stowage and large door pockets.”
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“Skoda’s smallest SUV is accomplished and appealing”
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The Sun
Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual
“Essentially, the Skoda Kamiq is a cut-price VW T-Cross in a different dress, and it pulls it off nicely.”
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The Telegraph
Model reviewed: 1.0-litre petrol manual SE L
Score: 8 / 10
“A classy and easy-to-use interior, lots of rear-seat space, a good-sized boot and decent equipment levels mean the Kamiq is a solid, sensible and likeable compact SUV. But there are some flies in the ointment; a stiff ride and an inflexible boot mean this isn’t quite the car it could have been.”
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Another worthy crossover. Comfy, roomy, but not especially interesting.”
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: September 2019
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Adult protection: 96%
Child protection: 85%
Vulnerable road users: 80%
Safety assist: 76%
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of January 2025, the Skoda Kamiq has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of January 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Skoda Kamiq to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Kamiq, we’ll publish the score here.
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
Fuel consumption | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
Petrol models | 48 mpg | C | 33 – 52 mpg | B – E |
Diesel models | 55 mpg | B | 46 – 59 mpg | A – C |
CO₂ output | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
Petrol models | 136 g/km | B | 122 – 192 g/km | A – C |
Diesel models | 137 g/km | B | 125 – 177 g/km | A – C |
Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
All models | 16 | A | 8 – 25 | A – B |
Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
Year 1 | £166 | A |
Year 2 | £471 | A |
Year 3 | £774 | A |
Year 4 | £1,028 | B |
Year 5 | £1,388 | B |
Overall | £3,827 | A |
The Skoda Kamiq is a pretty affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
While fuel consumption figures for petrol models sit at around the market average, diesel models have a higher fuel efficiency. Insurance premium estimates suggest that the car’s insurance should be pretty affordable, and the maintenance and servicing costs should be on the cheaper side too.
Awards
Trophies, prizes and awards that the Skoda Kamiq has received
2020
- Fleet World Awards – Best Fleet Small SUV
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