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Verdict
Urban SUV rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2019, with a 400-litre boot. A European recall concerns the seat covers of some examples built in 2019 (side airbags), and the What Car? survey places the Kamiq toward the bottom of the small SUV rankings. The main things to check are the history of the 1.0 TSI and the behaviour of the DSG7 gearbox.
- Reliability
- 4.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €14,300 – €23,000
- Monthly cost
- €435
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.0 TSI 110.
1.0 TSI 95
Petrol · Manual · 95 hp · Crit'Air 1
Turbo three-cylinder with 175 Nm and 5-speed manual gearbox (0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 s according to Fiches-auto).
Engine: Volkswagen 1.0 TSI (EA211)
Verdict on this engine: Excellent choice
1.0 TSI 110
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 110 hp · 5.5 L/100 km · 124 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
Turbo three-cylinder with 200 Nm and 6-speed manual gearbox; also available with the DSG7. A 116 hp variant appears in some specifications.
Engine: Volkswagen 1.0 TSI (EA211)
Verdict on this engine: Excellent choice
1.5 TSI 150 DSG7
Petrol · Automatic · 150 hp · Crit'Air 1
Turbo four-cylinder with 250 Nm, 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox (0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 s according to Fiches-auto).
Engine: Volkswagen 1.5 TSI / eTSI (EA211 evo)
Verdict on this engine: Excellent choice
1.6 TDI 115
Diesel · Manual · 115 hp · Crit'Air 2
Four-cylinder diesel with 250 Nm, manual or DSG gearbox depending on the specifications; power varies between 115 and 116 hp depending on the source.
Engine: Volkswagen 1.6 TDI (EA288)
Verdict on this engine: Buy with care
Market prices
€14,300 – €23,000
Indicative range: 2019 to 2026, yearly medians of 1551 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Jerky gear changes of the dry-clutch DSG7
Severity 2/3 · CostlyUsed-car guides report on the dry-clutch DSG7 (DQ200) jerks when pulling away, hesitation during manoeuvres or irregular gear changes; a guide places these often between 50,000 and 100,000 km and states that a control unit update and an oil change can help. A car that shudders or shows a flashing gear without a written diagnosis should be ruled out.
- Versions
- 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Misfires and cut-outs of the 1.0 TSI at low speed
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingThe Carverif guide recommends looking for misfires, engine or EPC warning lights and cut-outs at low speed on the 1.0 TSI. One owner of a 2019 1.0 TSI 116 hp describes an engine that cut out at low speed three times in three years, and What Car? cites the engine and fuel system among the reported faults.
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 95, 1.0 TSI 110
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Multimedia system bugs
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingIn the What Car? survey, multimedia/navigation is among the reported fault areas; the system of a long-term test car was criticised for crashing.
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 95, 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Defective seat cover stitching (recall, side airbags)
Manufacturer recallOn Kamiqs built between July and September 2019, the seat cover stitching can be defective, which can impair the operation of the side airbags in an accident (Rapex alert of March 2020, Škoda recall code 74D7). The recall does not concern every vehicle: have the serial number checked at a dealer.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 95, 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Faulty eCall module (recalls)
Manufacturer recallA software fault in the eCall communication module can prevent the emergency call button from working (European alert of 2021). What Car? mentions two eCall recalls: one for software on cars built between 10 July 2019 and 7 February 2020, the other for replacing the connectivity unit on cars built from late August to mid-September 2019.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 95, 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Škoda Kamiq”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €135 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €62 |
| Maintenance | €33 |
| Depreciation | €205 |
| Total per month | €435 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€135
1.0 TSI 110 version: combined consumption of 5.5 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
5.5 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €135
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€62
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€33
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€205
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Škoda Kamiq I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Have the recalls (seat covers, side airbags) and eCall checked by serial number at a Škoda dealer.
- 1.0 TSI: ask for the fault codes to be read and check that there is no engine or EPC warning light and no cut-out at low speed.
- DSG7: manoeuvre and pull-away test; refuse a car that shudders, hesitates or shows a flashing gear.
- Test the multimedia screen and the emergency call (eCall) button.
- Ask for the service book and maintenance invoices (including oil change and DSG gearbox oil).
Questions to ask the seller
- Have the recalls (seat covers, eCall) been carried out at Škoda? Do you have proof?
- Has the engine or the DSG gearbox ever shown a warning light, a cut-out, or been diagnosed at a workshop?
- Does the car have a complete service book?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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I · since 2019
- Price
- €15,000 – €23,800
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Volkswagen T-Roc
I · 2017–2025
- Price
- €16,300 – €28,000
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Peugeot 2008
II · since 2019
- Price
- €9,500 – €22,000
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Renault Captur
II · since 2019
- Price
- €11,495 – €17,990
- Reliability
- 5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Škoda Kamiq I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the boot capacity of the Skoda Kamiq?
400 litres with the rear seat in place and up to 1,395 litres at most for the 2019-2023 versions, according to Caroom.
Is the Skoda Kamiq safe?
It obtained five stars at Euro NCAP in September 2019; the body notes that the Kamiq is structurally identical to the Scala tested earlier. A recall nevertheless concerns the seat covers of some examples built in 2019.
Is the Skoda Kamiq reliable?
Moderately: in the What Car? survey, it ranks 18th out of 23 small SUVs, with 35% of examples having had a fault, mainly engine, fuel supply and multimedia.
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