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Skoda Kamiq vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Kamiq or VW Transporter Bus?

Skoda Kamiq vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Skoda Kamiq

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VW Transporter Bus

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Kamiq is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,210 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

Transporter Bus

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 Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 415 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 165 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.

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is substantially lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 767 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more boot space – 763 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 363 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 604 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus holds a decisive overall lead 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 £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 87 - 324 km
Skoda Kamiq
VW Transporter Bus

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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 Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.

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Skoda Kamiq
VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
121 - 128 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
-
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
439 - 539 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
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