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Skoda Kamiq vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kamiq or VW ID.Polo?

Skoda Kamiq vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

Skoda Kamiq

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly lighter
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VW ID.Polo

  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kamiq

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID.Polo is very slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Skoda Kamiq costs 22,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 844 £.

ID.Polo

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.Polo offers markedly more power – delivering 211 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.Polo is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.Polo delivers somewhat more torque with 290 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Kamiq

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is visibly lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,568 kg. The difference is around 337 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.Polo offers marginally more boot space – 441 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries somewhat more – 539 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.Polo is clearly superior overall 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 £21,400
ID.Polo

VW ID.Polo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 211 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.3 - 13.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 442 - 454 km
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Skoda Kamiq

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VW ID.Polo

The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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VW ID.Polo

Costs and Consumption
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
442 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,576 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 539 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Kamiq have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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