√2022 Skoda Kamiq Buyers Guide

Here’s our guide to navigating the variants and options on offer with the 2022 Drive Car of the Year Best Small SUV

While it may be officially classed as a small SUV, the 2022 Skoda Kamiq cemented its position as 2022 Drive Car of the Year Best Small SUV for the second year running in 2022 on the strength of its interior space and interior functionality.

Along with generous dimensions and plenty of hooks, carriers and storage spaces, the entire Kamiq range for 2022 is powered by a 110kW 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, giving it a performance edge over earlier version with a smaller and less powerful 85kW 1.0-litre engine.

Up against models like the Peugeot 2008, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, and Haval Jolion, the Kamiq managed the best balance of the flair, size and value of its competitors, rolled into the one impressive vehicle.

For 2022 Skoda offers the Kamiq in entry-level Ambition specification with a choice of six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, or plush Signature and sporty Monte Carlo trim levels.

Even the base Ambition (from $35,990 drive-away manual, $37,990 drive-away auto)) comes loaded with upmarket features like a powered tailgate, leather steering wheel, 8.0-inch infotainment, dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control, LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry and start, and plenty more.

By switching to the Monte Carlo (from $40,990 drive-away) you gain a panoramic roof, sporty styling touches like a black grille and wheels, unique sports seat trim, adaptive chassis control, and adaptive LED headlights.

If the one-with-the-lot Kamiq Signature (from $41,990 drive-away) catches your eye you’ll find (on top of Ambition features) Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as part of the larger 9.2-inch infotainment, satellite navigation, front and rear heated seats, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, leather and suede-look interior trim, and more.

Our pick: Skoda Kamiq Signature

With drive-away pricing the Kamiq range is easy and approachable. The entry level Ambition automatic is very tempting at $37,990 drive-away, and misses out on little.

That said, with an impressive range of additional equipment – some of which doesn’t even appear on the equipment lists of prestige small SUVs, the Skoda Kamiq Signature delivers a home-run hit on included equipment for the price.

Slick infotainment, quality interior finishes, enthusiastic but comfortable dynamic and interior space that but many others in its class to shame are just the icing on the Kamiq’s cake.