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VW Golf Variant vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf Variant or Skoda Kamiq?

VW Golf Variant vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

VW Golf Variant

  • markedly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Skoda Kamiq

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Golf Variant

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.

Skoda Kamiq is noticeably cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,579 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 Variant offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Golf Variant

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 somewhat lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers noticeably more boot space – 611 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries very slightly more – 547 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant 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 £28,800
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7 L/100km
VW Golf Variant
Skoda Kamiq

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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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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 Variant
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 159 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
509 - 547 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
VW
Brand
Skoda
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