The first-generation Skoda Kamiq (code NW4) is the smallest SUV in the Czech manufacturer's range. Based on the Volkswagen Group's modular MQB-A0 platform (shared with the VW T-Cross and Seat Arona), it stands out for its record-breaking spaciousness for its size (4.24 m) and excellent value for money. Launched in 2019, it received a facelift in late 2023 (marketed in 2024) modernizing its front end and infotainment system. Diesel Focus: Although the urban SUV market has largely shifted towards petrol, the Kamiq was offered at its launch with the 1.6 TDI (EA288) engine. This engine was removed from the catalog at the end of 2020 due to anti-pollution standards (Euro 6d-ISC-FCM) and low demand. It is a frugal engine designed for high-mileage drivers, but it tolerates very poorly the exclusi
The Skoda Kamiq is one of the most rational and welcoming urban SUVs on the market. Regarding the 1.6 TDI: It's a double-edged sword. If you drive more than 25,000 km per year, mainly on expressways or motorways, it will prove to be an extremely economical and reliable companion. However, if your use is mainly urban or peri-urban (short trips), you should avoid it. Clogging of the DPF, EGR valve, and AdBlue issues will negate all fuel savings. For 80% of buyers, the 1.0 TSI 110/115 hp is the most relevant choice: it is cheaper to buy, very reliable, and consumes only one liter more per 100 km compared to the diesel, without the emissions control constraints.