Let’s get the confusion out of the way. This Kamiq is a different one from the Kamiq that was launched in China last year. Perhaps, the other main similarity is its compact dimensions.
Speaking of which, the European Kamiq measures 4,241 mm in length, 1,793 mm in width and 1,531 mm in height. Skoda compares the dimensions to Scala, with the ride height being 36 mm higher. At the same time, the Kamiq has 117 mm shorter overhangs for better approach and departure angles. For more adventurous types, underside protection is available an option, while stiffer sport suspension lowered by 10 mm and two levels of damping stiffness will please those who like their ride sporty. Wheel sizes measure 16- to 18-inch.
Aimed at young urban buyers, the Kamiq has the trendy two-segment headlights, with DRLs at the top lighting up in sequence from inside to outside. Both front and rear feature dynamic direction indicators – first time in a Skoda. The rear end pretty much reminds us of the Scala.
And so are the interiors, dominated by 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit with five display modes, and 9.2-inch infotainment system. Feature list includes heating for the front and rear seats.
The standard equipment range includes a lane assist system and an emergency brake feature with predictive pedestrian protection. Adaptive Cruise Control, Side Assist, Parking Assist to enter or exit parallel & perpendicular parking spots automatically, voice and gesture control for the infotainment system, 10-speaker audio system are all available.
Skoda says that the rear passengers have a generous 73 mm knee room and the luggage compartment accommodates 400 to 1,395 litres. The front-passenger seat’s folding backrest opens up extra space so that items up to 2.5 metres in length can be transported. There’s also an umbrella in the driver’s door.
Powertrains include a 1.0 TSI (95 and 115 PS) and 1.5 TSI (150 PS) petrol engines, a 1.6 TDI (115 PS) diesel engine and an environmentally friendly option of a 1.0 G-TEC (CNG, 90 PS) engine. The 1.5 TSI comes with Active Cylinder Technology (ACT) that automatically shuts down two cylinders when the load is light.
The petrol engines are equipped with petrol particulate filter, while the diesel engine is fitted with an SCR catalytic converter with AdBlue injection and a diesel particulate filter. Transmission will be a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG.
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