Skoda Kamiq 2021 review | Chasing Cars

[@adamlucas7949]

Just purchased fully optioned version for my wife very happy price and service from Skoda

[@boganlovestory825]

I am waiting for the limited edition before I go for a test drive. How do you like yours so far?

[@johnkane3922]

what you get MPG

[@neerand]

This channel should have more subscribers. This is a decent review. I quite like the subtle videography techniques and calm nature of the reviewer.

[@Squats200]

Much better than the shite Carwow reviews 👍🏻

[@dsinghr]

I love Skoda and VW. Their styling is very classy. As compared to Toyota’s and Hyundai’s that look completely bananas

[@dragospahontu]

It's literally DAS AUTO

[@dearhallmark2]

Guys...you rock! Well-done reviewing all these newcomers to the car market! You are keeping our boring quarantine situation more exciting!

[@madhardcorenick]

The best thing about the Kamiq (apart from its price), is that it can be optioned up and still come with a manual transmission. Apart from the Mazda 3, it's starting to be impossible to find a manual car in 2020 that isn't a base model, sport-oriented or use for commercial use (like a dual cab ute).

[@hnguyen7286]

Hey Tom. Another great video. Just wondering whether you had a blip at 5:30 minnutes into video. Skoda Kamiq or Skoda Karoq?

[@limewhite71]

I love the way Skoda always seems to do far more with less, often outshining VW. Unfortunately VW isn't a company that actually gives a damn about customers. They are just a means to an end.

[@Junior6502001]

Several clever and well thought details. I didn’t know this Skoda model, food introduction. How cars have evolved and are better value with each generation. In 1995 a friend bought a Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8 coupe for nearly $30k.

[@chasingcars]

Yeah, affordability and value has gotten far better in my lifetime.

[@KiratSingh01]

Did I hear Karoq at 5:30 ;) Great review as always! Love your channel. (Digging the watch!)

[@chasingcars]

Gah! So many Ks.

[@KiratSingh01]

@@chasingcars Hahah true. I was considering the Scala but finally picked up Cerato GT. No regrets so far :)

[@chasingcars]

Enjoy! Lot of bang for buck in that car, too.

[@KiratSingh01]

@@chasingcars First KIA and for the price it was too good to pass.

[@dittie83]

Fun fact, all the SUV's start with a K and end with a Q - Kodiaq, Karoq, Kamiq! I've just ordered a Kamiq 1.5T in Steel Grey! Super excited. I was weighing up between Kamiq & Hyundai Kona 1.6T, but for almost the same price - the Kamiq is 100x better quality and prestige. Thanks for the handy review!

[@AmpleWarning]

I've watched every review of the Kamiq; this is the best, great job!

[@chasingcars]

Thanks!

[@AmpleWarning]

@@chasingcars BTW, the Kamiq or a Seltos S for a family of 3? 95% inner-city driving with the odd rural escape...

[@chasingcars]

I’d go Kamiq. More polish and flair to the dynamics and the interior

[@dragonroar6]

Is there an umbrella in the door?

[@Dan4096]

This looks 1000 times nicer than a Puma

[@ROGEXTREME]

Great review, from England. My Kodiaq is pleasure to drive.

[@mikeykeyes]

I wish there were more dealers. For instance my nearest dealer is 90km away. I would definitely have considered Skoda if we had local dealers within 30km.

[@joshhauw9803]

How's the resale value of this car? Can it be serviced at non skoda garage? Or there's risk of damaging the engine...

[@malcolmscott4150]

I like the looks of the Puma but the 1.5 version of this would be my pick I think - great work Skoda and great review Tom

[@chasingcars]

Puma review up soon!

[@marcpacey]

Great informative review ! We have had our Kamiq for about three weeks now and it’s a great car. Awesome value compared to its contemporaries.

[@chasingcars]

Great to hear!

[@dearhallmark2]

@5:30 you say Karoq instead of Kamiq!

[@justingehrke6857]

I picked up on that too

[@timw4432]

Imagine bothering to even comment this

[@robalert]

Great review , I am looking for a manual.... the DSG in my polo GTI died and now my golf high line is also acting up after only 50k. Only issue is that manuals are hard to offload second hand but I love manuals

[@suecasimir9440]

Hey Tom. Thanks for the detailed review. Hoping to see a new review on the Karoq 2021 edition soon.

[@WebbyOnCars]

Great video Tom.

[@kelvpoon]

Did you say Karoq @5:30

[@leoneriksson8507]

Is it possible to like upgrade the display in front of the wheel so I can use navigation on a used 2021 model?

[@jamiep61]

One of my favourite Compact SUVs

[@martint251]

In the past it was said when you wanted to sell ŠKoda you should sell with full tank it looks not anymore . Very generous than greedy VW . Nice comment as always .thanks

[@ramyokash306]

Does the T-Roc is really bigger and has comparatively more spacious interior than the Kamiq to worth the extra cost? Which one would be a better buy? Kindly advise.

[@chrymartin]

Great Review... Thanks

[@classic287]

That is such a handsome car. My Grandmother had one around 75 years ago. It didn't look like that 😂. Thanks for the video 👍

[@d.j.z.j]

What other small suv car does this compare to? I like the skoda line up we aren't sure about this or a karoq, versus vw . Are the driving dynamics and quality better than vw, as i dont see the value in the tiguans and t roc

[@maki7361]

2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline, Hyundai Tuscon N Line or the Ford Escape VignaIe I am keen on all of them but confused. Mitsubishi Outlander is also on my radar. How would you rate them in your personal opinion? Any advice comments are welcomed. CheersTK

[@anyonebutyou87]

Hey Tom, do you remember if this one was a candy white or moon white?

[@aaaaplay]

Two questions I can’t find answers for. 1. Does it have the USB C near the rear view mirror like other Skoda models? 2. Does it have puddle lights like under the doors or mirrors?

[@rohansawant9949]

5:29 got the car names mixed up. should be skoda kamiq and not skoda karoq

[@Simoss13]

I think this car is a contender for me when I am ready. I don't like the 3 cylinder but will like to see the 4 cylinder option and how it compares to the CX3

[@chasingcars]

Looking forward to driving the four-cylinder, but I’d also recommend at least trying the three-pot.

[@scottsworld]

In these SUV or wagon/hatch reviews can you please fold the rear seats down too? So we can see flatness etc? Thanks 😊

[@julzyin]

very impressive car i am waiting for mine with panoramic sunroof to arrive in two weeks!!

[@alfiedog7770]

Me too!! :)

[@AdrianLi]

I am consider buying a Kamiq or Ford Puma, given under $35k budget. @Tom, any plan for apple to apple comparison almost this two small SUVs ?

[@georgeschannel9411]

I would recommend a Suzuki Vitara Turbo all-grip over the Skoda. This isn't a bad car and it's a interior is a lot more modern than the Suzuki but with the Vitara you get a better engine/gearbox combo, more space and better resale.

[@chasingcars]

Another good choice, but as Suzuki as declined in the awareness of buyers Skoda has ascended - I would think that depreciation will be more or less equal in a short amount of time, if it is not already

[@andrewd7586]

@@pir3lli261.5 Really? I’ve got a 2017 Skoda Superb wagon 206, & it was way ahead on the equivalent VW Passat on price, finish, warranty & servicing! No longer the VW bridesmaid.

[@DenisAlessio]

@@pir3lli261.5 Dacia?

[@TheYoyoma3]

Hi just to confirm, so wired android auto is standard on the base model? But have to pay extra for the wireless version basically?

[@alfiedog7770]

Correct

[@syyeung]

No offence to the other car channels, but car review isn't complete until Tom reviews it.

[@campbellreither550]

Tom, do you think It’s better to wait for the 4 cylinder that’s coming? And do you think this will be available as a manual?

[@chasingcars]

I think if you do a lot of country or high speed driving, it's worth waiting for the 110TSI four-cylinder - but it's highly likely it will be auto-only. That's how it is launching.

[@danw6558]

I want something this size, with 110kw (or more), in a manual. Why is that impossible? Hoping that 110TSI is available in a manual when it eventually appears, and at a reasonable price point.

[@williamgoss4691]

Looks a great car, plus great space in the back. Just slightly surprised at the apparent ‘juddering’ at lower speeds on the automatic - doesn’t sound ideal for urban driving ?! // Good all round n informative vid, Thks.

[@necasb]

Bravo! 10+

[@rongjin2573]

Hi Tom, any chance to test new Karoq 1.4T + 8AT? Thanks.

[@tomsoleymanbik3266]

At this price point surely for a automatic buyer Mazda CX30 even in G20 Pure beats this everyday of the week

[@chasingcars]

Fewer features, less torque and a plastic steering wheel? I don’t think so. That said, we do have a CX-30 Pure in the garage soon, so we will see.

[@DukeBen316663]

Best car in the class, great rear leg and head room. Only letdown for me is the unnattractive front end styling treatment. I think Skoda needs to make a big change to their grille design.

[@chasingcars]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I suppose. I don't mind it, but agree the front end isn't the most beautiful angle.

[@MLife1972]

I'm with you. Maybe it's the white colour but the split headlights look naff and the Skoda bbq grill looks like a 00's Pulsar (in my opinion). On a positive note, the rear end is handsome and I've always preferred Skoda interiors over Volkswagen. I'd pay a bit more and get the Karoq just because I think the styling is less confronting.

[@ashalim79]

If you squint real hard, it might even look like BMW X1....

[@MLife1972]

@@ashalim79 with my eyes shut, I can see the resemblance

[@chasingcars]

Lol, Mark.

[@jamesdouglas7647]

I wonder how the three cylinder turbos wear after a few kilometres? Once again a good review Tom.

[@chasingcars]

As I mentioned in my bias declaration, we have a 3cyl Polo in the family. 20,000km down so far, not that you’d expect trouble in that window, but there’s been none.

[@TheIndia1989]

Is it better than MG Zst?

[@kelvpoon]

They looked at the Hyundai Kona and goes... I think I can make that prettier. By the way I love my own Skoda.

[@CheekyMonkeySuccessTraining]

After the Ford fiasco of what was the Focus Transmission problem, resulting in a massive class action, Ford could engineer and build ‘the car of the century’, I would never consider buying a Ford again. They will go down the same road as Holden in Australia, is my prediction. It would have already happened, if they didn’t have the Ford Ranger. It’s sad for the decent people working at the dealerships as it is the North American management that is the problem.

[@Peter-vn8ue]

Obviously, you have not heard of the huge fines VW have paid for their cheating emission software on some of their diesel vehicles a few years back. Skoda is a brand of VW.

[@nchia]

Very nice! I prefer the beige leather interior, and Tech Pack looks expensive.

[@chasingcars]

Agree a beige interior would be a nice touch.

[@nchia]

Chasing Cars They have a pic for beige when you configure leather seats, but not as an actual option! Click through to “Driver Support Pack”.

[@rahul20061982]

I don't know. Even though I am a fan of their engine and quality I am totally taken aback by the fact their customer service sucks. Used to have a Volkswagen golf and trust me I was almost in tears trying to get it fixed specially if it's more than 5 years old when your servicing finishes. You will see money flowing out of your pocket like water. Finally I sold it off at a heavy loss cause I couldn't afford to get it fixed .

[@chasingcars]

Good thing this is a review of a brand new car with a five year warranty

[@rahul20061982]

Hey Tom I am sorry to say but being an ex owner of a VW group I love the drive and handling. Infact I miss it. But the harrowing experience I had after 5 years was like the deal breaker for me . I am not a guy who buys a car every 4 years years before completion of the 5 year warranty. I love to own my cars for long . But any ways every person to himself. Cheers

[@bachtin1]

What is the name of the colour of the car used in this review? Thank you in advance!

[@jeeves6490]

White?

[@bachtin1]

@@jeeves6490 White indeed! It is just that Kamiq model comes in two white colours - Candy white and Moon White )

[@ashalim79]

Is that price including ORC? Redbook says $27,990 Drive Away.

[@chasingcars]

Yes it is -- Skoda Australia typically advertises driveaway pricing by default

[@titanx04]

Good review, daughter was interested but now the cheapest is 36,000 as no longer produce base model. Disappointing.

[@chasingcars]

That is a shame. Supply problems with the three-cylinder, apparently.

[@titanx04]

@@chasingcars salesman told me will no longer build base at all and next batch will be Dec for delivery in March. They have demos only.

[@adityapathak4193]

Which small suv would you suggest (budget around 30k) between kamiq, mazda cx3/cx30 , vw T Cross ?

[@Peter-vn8ue]

Either Mazda is better.

[@cptvic2617]

Good review. Appreciate acceleration tests and motorway drive reviews Look forward to review of Scala 1.5 for comparison Cheers

[@riloh58]

Hey Tom, question: Is there any chance/way that your standard “large case” would fit in this boot and if you did is there any room left around it?

[@rahul20061982]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jH6lmGCcgct6aqM Watch the above review . They actually show how two suit cases fit.

[@riloh58]

Thank you Rahul. Much appreciated.

[@AnyoneSeenMikeHunt]

I'm struggling to find the difference between this and the Fabia . Same engine, Near identical kW/t, Tare weight, looks near identical and the same price... I must be missing something here that's obvious to everyone else... Is the Kamiq the Fabia replacement?

[@aaaaplay]

The Kamiq is closer to the Skoda Scala which is the replacement for the Rapid. The Fabia is based on a really old platform, think previous generation Polo. This is a far larger vehicle closer in size to Ford Focus. It’s also got a far superior interior, e.g actually had soft touch surfaces.

[@aaaaplay]

Just looked it up the wheelbase is 18cm longer then a Fabia and 3cm longer then a Mk8 Golf hatchback.

[@AnyoneSeenMikeHunt]

@@aaaaplay Ahhh.. ok.. Thanks dude!

[@drsonicify]

I reckon it’s a winner

[@Luckie666]

It’s bigger and cheaper than the puma, also the interior in the Kamiq looks more modern than the puma.

[@MeirCohen.kingbibi]

An excellent SUV.

[@neerand]

And yes, this SUV is a looker. It will sell like hot cake.

[@alexger85]

Why does it take so long for Skodas to arrive in Australia? Are licensing/admission hurdles the obstacle or are they only now expanding their dealer network or whats the reason?

[@chasingcars]

Supply goes to the bigger markets first it seems.

[@Peter-vn8ue]

Covid-19 has played a part with vehicle shortages.

[@davidarter9670]

I’d have it over a Ford Puma anyday

[@sternwho3932]

3 cylinders engine and torsion beam suspension = no deal.

[@chasingcars]

I can understand not being into the torsion beam rear end, but there is no problem with this three-pot

[@michaeltobin2014]

Tom, have you reviewed the Ford Puma?

[@holidaydestinationsextra513]

Its a great car

[@dunyaakl8952]

Puma drives better,or let's say more fun to drive,that's it.it falls of incredibly hard in most categories whereas takes the win in driving manners by inches. Skoda Kamiq,peugeot 2008,vw t cross,vw t roc these cars tick a lot boxes than puma does,those are incredible allrounders.you can't even comfortably sit in the rear seats of the puma,kamiq feels like it rivals kuga rather than puma and the way puma drives does not justify it's rear space or overall feeling inside the cabin.It is not a sports car nor an a segment, it does not drive as good as a hot hatch,it has a very niche position in the segment and no1 buys it here.

[@FreddyGunawan]

Skoda reliability?

[@sharman9383]

Skodas cars are very reliable. On top of it you get 5 years warranty

[@zooks3894]

Terrible. I owned a skoda fabia vrs. Nothing but problems. Poorly built (rattles) and oil consumption issues. Sold it for a huge loss 12 months later. Poor resale as well. Dealers dont want them as they are not popular in australia.

[@tesla-taxi-millinqld-hq-br7462]

Looks good, but would you buy this for $30k and sell in 2025 for $15k or, wait for the Tesla Y in q1-2021 at $70k, then if you sell your Y in 2025 you get $58k so tge Tesla will cost you $3k less and save you $4k per year in running costs, not to mention making you $40k pa if you let it out as a robo cab...

[@mickyd4684]

I think this car looks stunning. The Ford Puma looks shocking. Even my 19yo and 21yo children agree that the Puma is an ugly looking car. I used to be a big Ford fan, and have owned many Ford passenger cars, I'll never buy a Ford Puma. I'd buy a Skoda Kamiq any day. I'm just disappointed that a Kamiq 'Launch Edition' is priced the same as an outgoing VW Golf Highline, yet some of the Skoda parts are outdated - manual handbrake, additional cruise control stick, etc. My son's 2016 Golf Trendline had electric handbrake and cruise controls on the steering wheel, and VW still include cruise control on the steering wheel as well as virtual cockpits. For Skoda (VW) Australia to launch this new Kamiq in late 2020 with such old VW parts is not good enough. I also wish the top of the range 'Launch Edition' had higher profile tyres for ride comfort and leave the low profile tyres for the supposed to be sporty 'Monte Carlo' edition.

[@johnyvarkey5482]

Crossing double lines for the video is not a good practice.

[@chasingcars]

It wasn’t me 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@larjkok1184]

Calm down Karen.

[@slugger7440]

Manual handbrake in 2020? 👎

[@ashalim79]

so these 85kw 1L Turbo 3 cyl engines can do handbrake turns!

[@chasingcars]

Perhaps slightly surprising but not the biggest problem. Shared by Polo and A1 - all the MQB-A0 platform partners

[@slugger7440]

@@chasingcars I'm just always amazed by car manufacturers that seem to reward size with luxuries. It's rare in smaller cars that you can get the same toys as larger ones and I don't really get why.

[@chasingcars]

The smaller the car, the harder it is to package bulky features like a multi-link independent rear suspension - my understanding is that simply does not fit in the A0 platform rear end at all. Mechanical handbrake vs EPB not so much - I'm guessing that's a cost thing, so they can do a base Polo at $17K as they often do

[@slugger7440]

@@chasingcars fair comment. Volvo certainly buck the trend though as do Lexus.

[@swamynatarajan6602]

5.30 Karoq ... Kaming you mean lol

[@johnmckay428]

I need something like this, that has some off road credentials - looks like XV is my only choice, albeit an ugly looking one....

[@MusicDiscoveryNet]

Dacia Duster

[@Simon-ls8xf]

Terrible car, showing what's wrong in our head.

[@DS-gm8en]

Hi Tom, please, respect the Czech nation, go again to to the backside of a car and read again the car brend name. Thank you. At the end you are a car journalist, at least you should know how to pronounce the name Skoda.

[@DukeBen316663]

By “brend” name did you mean “brand” name? Looks like Tom isn’t the only one who makes the odd mistake 😜. PS - I’m guessing English isn’t your first language, and I don’t speak more than one, so I don’t mean this too harshly.

[@DS-gm8en]

@@DukeBen316663 You made me laugh and thank you for a very polite answer.

[@tatski2274]

DSG sucks! It just shudders. After so many years they still haven't corrected it.

[@MrTonifumi]

Is the turn signal stalk on the right? No! That is unforgivable . If Toyota did the same in Europe (not put stalks on left) they wouldn't sell a car.... Why do Aussie car journos not even mention it? ...... But they go on about other small crap you only touch once in a blue moon. Don't say "you get used to it".... because you could put the radio controls in the boot and say the same thing, it's an ergonomic shocker.

[@chasingcars]

You get used to it

[@gurya]

You get use to it quickly

[@declanpower2924]

You get used to it.. Fairly quickly. I have owned a large number of cars, the majority of which have the indicator on the hrs. But I currently drive 3 cars regularly, one with it on the hrs and two with it on the left. I have no real problem swapping between them. Only occasionally will I get it wrong if I haven't driven a car with it on the other side for some time. I have also bought many cars for non enthusiast friends over the years and not one has complained about the stalk being on the other side from their previous car. "You soon get used to it" they say if asked. So reviewers don't comment about it, probably because it isn't a problem to actual car buyers.

[@pir3lli261.5]

Boring car just like it’s origin

[@chasingcars]

If highly competent is boring then sign me up

[@declanpower2924]

Ever actually driven one for some distance or owned one? I doubt. As a car nut for over 40years and owned plenty of interesting cars, plus driven over 1.5m kms in all conditions plus raced, my two Skodas have been among the best for a variety of reasons. Some of my performance cars have been more exciting of course, and my sports bike is much faster and more thrilling, but for everday enjoyable and practical use my Skodas are hard to beat. That is why Skoda owners are among the most satisfied owners after several years of ownership, not just in Australia but many countries.