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Skoda Kamiq vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kamiq or VW Golf?

Skoda Kamiq vs VW Golf: Key differences

Skoda Kamiq

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kamiq

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Kamiq is markedly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,013 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Golf

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf offers substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers substantially more torque with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Kamiq

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is only slightly lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,307 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers only slightly more boot space – 400 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries barely more – 539 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £28,300
Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 143 km
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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.

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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
121 - 128 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 539 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Kamiq have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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