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Skoda Kamiq vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kamiq or VW Passat?

Skoda Kamiq vs VW Passat: Key differences

Skoda Kamiq

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

Passat

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Passat offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is moderately 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 Passat delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 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 noticeably lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 342 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers significantly more boot space – 690 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries marginally more – 577 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat is decisively ahead 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 £36,500
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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 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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Reviews Skoda Kamiq

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Voller
28 May 2026, 16:12:12

That's just a Passat. Too expensive in my opinion, but it's up to each person to decide whether to throw their money into VW's maw. The car itself is somehow a legend.

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 128 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
439 - 539 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Kamiq have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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