Hi all, I currently own a Yeti (1.4 LK) which I love, but been looking to change for something newer for a while. Only just started looking at the Kamiq? Any Yeti owners who have swapped for a Kamiq got any advise?....ie good or bad...

 

My preference would be for a 1.0 110hp auto in SEL trim...

 

Many thanks for any replies

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With the demise of the Roomster and Yeti the only model that Skoda have with varioflex seats is the Karoq so that is a minus point for the Kamiq if you have found it useful on the Yeti.

The karoq replaced the yeti worth looking at the new updated karoq 

The Yeti was discontinued and the Karoq was launched but even Skoda never tried saying the Karoq replaced the Yeti.

They do come in FWD or AWD though and are just a bit bigger.

Your question is very subjective and only you know what you want/like and can put up with.

I haven't owned a Yeti, but I did drive an early 1.2 model and liked it. I do have a Kamiq 1,5 SE L which I came to from a Kodiaq and based on that, I think you may miss the practicality of the Yeti.

Regardless of the fact Skoda call the Kamiq an SUV, in reality it's little more than slightly jacked up hatchback. The boot is only a little bigger than my wifes Golf and interior space isn't much bigger either. If you're used to folding the rear seats for larger loads, the floor is nowhere near level when the seats are folded, unless you order a false floor.

If you are an older person, you may not find entry and exit as easy as the Yeti.

Are you ready for a virtual display dash and a computerised infotainment system ?

It might sound like I'm dissing the Kamiq, but I'm not. I find it great to drive, comfortable and it has a good turn of speed and I like the fact it has roof rails. I've had 3 Skodas previous to the Kamiq and the Kamiq doesn't feel as solid as the others.

Realistically though, you should visit your dealer and have a good pore over a Kamiq to ascertain the differences and also arrange a long test drive.

Unless you intend to downsize a little, I'd have thought that the Karoq would be a better fit as a replacement for the Yeti. A Karoq would have been a better fit for me too after a Kodiaq, but in my case I just preferred the look of the Kamiq over the Karoq.

It's all very personal - good luck.

Out of the Kamiq, Karoq, and Kodiaq, the Kamiq is the most aerodynamic and most fuel efficient and the Kodiaq is the least aerodynamic. The Kamiq has a longer wheelbase than the Karoq.

 

As you can see from the chart below, with the same 150HP engine the Kamiq is by far the fastest and most economical. Size wise, the Kamiq it's probably like a jacked-up VW Polo MK6 estate (if they did an estate version).

 

The figures are approximate because they vary depending where you look.

 

Kamiq 1.5 petrol turbo 150HP

132mph

0-62mph 8.2seconds

56.5mpg

 

Karoq 1.5 petrol turbo 150HP

126mph

0-62mph 8.6seconds

52.3mpg

 

Kodiaq 1.5 petrol turbo 150HP

122mph

0-62mph 9.7seconds

44.8mpg

 

As you can see, as you go up from the Kamiq to the Kodiaq the top speed goes down a lot as a result of the massively increased aerodynamic drag, the acceleration drops a lot due to the big increase in weight, and the fuel consumption takes a big hit.

 

The lower powered 110HP Kamiq will be about as fast as the 150HP Kodiaq, but will be much more economical and far cheaper to buy new.

 

Edited 7 December, 20214 yr by Carlston

21 hours ago, roottoot said:

The Yeti was discontinued and the Karoq was launched but even Skoda never tried saying the Karoq replaced the Yeti.

They do come in FWD or AWD though and are just a bit bigger.

All the auto mags did 

It will depend on your priorities.

 

I had a Yeti for 2 years on a lease, great car.  We also have a roomster (now 9 years old).  The roomster has bigger boot than Yeti, but Yeti was nicer for passengers.

 

When Yeti lease finished (3.5 years ago), found the Karoq a bit big, the Kamiq didn’t exist at the time, so we bought the Seat Arona (which basically has same floor pan and engines as Kamiq, although Kamiq is bit longer).

 

Its a very comfortable car up front, but not the greatest in the back, but if your back seats rarely get used, then Kamiq is good choice.  If sticking a chest freezer in the boot is your priority, then neither match the roomster.

 

The Karoq is a full SUV, the Kamiq more a jacked up car.  But they are a lot of money if you want a high spec.   And unless you live in remote hills, probably won’t need a 4x4 system (and for about third of the premium price, can buy a set of winter wheels and tyres).  When it snowed our Arona with winter tyres was happily passing stuck 4x4s on summer tyres on hills.   

 

The 1.0 (110) DSG is very good, would recommend it, it’s much stronger than you expect (although lot more economical, and pulls much happier on E5 super unleaded than E10 normal unleaded).  @Stubod hope this helps you choose

I have owned a kamiq since June 2020, its a rattling box on wheels with the handbrake on the wrong side to save money to change it, poor electrics and infotainment system which crashes all the time, an indicator which when turning left restarts the last tune haha.  Please don't.

4 hours ago, steve_griff said:

I have owned a kamiq since June 2020, its a rattling box on wheels with the handbrake on the wrong side to save money to change it, poor electrics and infotainment system which crashes all the time, an indicator which when turning left restarts the last tune haha.  Please don't.

 

To counter this, the Kamiq doesn't have a soft ride and can pick up road rumble on rougher road surfaces. This is predominantly caused by the type of tyres fitted, as on smooth surfaces it's a very quiet ride.

Mine (a 2021 SE L DSG) has recently developed a small annoying rattle when on rough surfaces, something others have mentioned as well. I believe mine emanates from the dash trim in front of me and is easily fixed. The rest of the car thus far has no rattles or squeaks and is a peaceful place to be.

The MIB3 system fitted to the Kamiq and other models was released before it was fully developed and has caused glitches. My wifes 2020 Golf has the same system and has received software updates and now appears trouble free. My Kamiq thus far has has no problems with electrics or the infotainment system. All computerised system has problems, whether in the house or your car.

As for the handbrake being on the wrong side, the car isn't big enough for the handbrake to be far enough away to be a problem. I pay it no attention and find it actually frees up space next to my seat.

The handbrake was in that position when the above poster chose his car and I don't imagine anyone forced him to buy it.

As I said before, visit your dealer and form your own opinion.

45 minutes ago, olderman1 said:

 

To counter this, the Kamiq doesn't have a soft ride and can pick up road rumble on rougher road surfaces. This is predominantly caused by the type of tyres fitted, as on smooth surfaces it's a very quiet ride.

Mine (a 2021 SE L DSG) has recently developed a small annoying rattle when on rough surfaces, something others have mentioned as well. I believe mine emanates from the dash trim in front of me and is easily fixed. The rest of the car thus far has no rattles or squeaks and is a peaceful place to be.

The MIB3 system fitted to the Kamiq and other models was released before it was fully developed and has caused glitches. My wifes 2020 Golf has the same system and has received software updates and now appears trouble free. My Kamiq thus far has has no problems with electrics or the infotainment system. All computerised system has problems, whether in the house or your car.

As for the handbrake being on the wrong side, the car isn't big enough for the handbrake to be far enough away to be a problem. I pay it no attention and find it actually frees up space next to my seat.

The handbrake was in that position when the above poster chose his car and I don't imagine anyone forced him to buy it.

As I said before, visit your dealer and form your own opinion.

 

Give over, the car us sold as a compact suv, a suv should be able to take rougher roads (std in the UK) without it sounding like a tin box of creeks and groans.  the Infotainment system is poor, numerous posts about the crashing, the failure of Skoda to fix the issue, the fact you have to pay each year to get system updates.  If the system was released before being ready, then why have Skoda not applied for a recall?

 

Yes the handbrake was in the same position but since I was sat in a stationary car in a showroom didn't think of it.  Why didn't Skoda change the position for the UK model? guess just cheaper to leave where it is.

 

I have visited the dealer before, poor as are Skoda cars.  First and last one.

Does any manufacturer move the handbrake over for RHD markets? It’s not something I’ve ever come across. 

12 minutes ago, steve_griff said:

 

Give over, the car us sold as a compact suv, a suv should be able to take rougher roads (std in the UK) without it sounding like a tin box of creeks and groans.  the Infotainment system is poor, numerous posts about the crashing, the failure of Skoda to fix the issue, the fact you have to pay each year to get system updates.  If the system was released before being ready, then why have Skoda not applied for a recall?

 

Yes the handbrake was in the same position but since I was sat in a stationary car in a showroom didn't think of it.  Why didn't Skoda change the position for the UK model? guess just cheaper to leave where it is.

 

I have visited the dealer before, poor as are Skoda cars.  First and last one.

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Give over, the car us sold as a compact suv, a suv should be able to take rougher roads (std in the UK) without it sounding like a tin box of creeks and groans

Using that logic then, if Skoda had marketed the Kamiq as a compact tractor, you would expect it to pull a plough ? Anyone with a modicum of common sense can see that the Kamiq is little more than a jacked up hatchback. If you believe everything you read in the blurb, then the moon is made of cheese.

 

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the Infotainment system is poor, numerous posts about the crashing, the failure of Skoda to fix the issue

Is that your experience or are you quoting others on forums ? Of all the Skodas sold, how many actually experienced these problems -  you generally only read about the bad ones on forums.

 

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 If the system was released before being ready, then why have Skoda not applied for a recall?

Manufacturers don't issue recalls for glitches unless they are a safety issue. VAG are not infallible and are little different to most other manufacturers in this respect. They have issued software updates to address these issues, which in my opinion, based on the two VAG cars we own, are working.

 

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the fact you have to pay each year to get system updates.

 

No you don't, only the mapping. I was receiving updates before I signed in as the primary user on Skoda Connect. There is also chatter about reinstating manual map updates, which will mean they'll be free if it happens.

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Yes the handbrake was in the same position but since I was sat in a stationary car in a showroom didn't think of it

So you bought a new car based on sitting in one in a showroom. You didn't have a test drive ? How remiss was that.

 

I understand that you don't want another Skoda, we've all had cars like that, but if nothing else, this should teach the OP that he really should pore over the Kamiq and take it for a long test drive, or have it overnight if the dealer will allow it.

 

Interesting I am about to buy a Kamiq SE 110 tsi DSG  and trade in my L&k YETI  this is my 4th Skoda and 2nd Yeti .,Just fancied a change as really don't need  a large car as its just me and good lady ,do about 6k a year .I like the look of the Kamiq over its bigger siblings and looks like a small SUV  as opposed to a big estate car .Had a test drive at weekend on rural streets and on motor way and seems very nice and was no slouch in picking up speed ,not as fast as the Yeti  with its 2ltr engine .I do like the Yeti but don't need the vercility   of all the folding seats ,if require to lug big items can hire a van .Only thing  I found the steering seems to tighten up when under quick acceleration or in tight turns .Prefer the interior of the SE to the L two tone seats ,the digital dash is nice but the infotainment is confusing ,still cant work out some of the stuff in Yeti 😄   only enquired on Monday and car will be here by the end Jan ,not signed any docs just a refundable deposit  ,the £2K off is not a bad deal and the PX was close to what I paid used for the car in June 18 so kind of no brainer in my mind 3 yr warranty 2 services for 199  .

That 2 services will be on a Fixed Service regime so best ask and have confirmed in writing if the 2nd one after 2 years includes the price of the pollen filter.

If £199 is 2 oil and filter changes, look see and report and change the pollen filter it is a bargain.   If the dealer wants an extra £45 for the pollen filter then not so much. 

http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/500875-1st-service-due

 

First service will be a oil change interim service with any updates just  under 10k miles or one year second will be just under 20k miles will be oil service plus inspection service. 

Edited 13 January, 20224 yr by skoda1982

Indeed.

& the Oil & Inspection service parts are Oil, Filter & Plug & the cost of the Pollen filter can be extra as would be AC or anything else.  

Just took delivery of my new Kamiq 2 days ago only waited 2 weeks for delivery as opposed to the 24week wait at present .My first impressions are a very nice car and very  quite being the 1ltr 110 SE DSG and came with Michelin Primicy 4 tyres  good write up  on those . It will take a few weeks  to get my head round all in infotainment  system as not very techie. I agree its not a SUV  but a larger hatch and the seats do not come up in height enough for my 5.8 frame  ,the SEL   I drove at another place had  different seats  ie 2 tone and maybe the seat in it was higher thicker base  ,and the passenger seat is fixed no height adjustment . I do not like the lane assist but can be switched of ,stop start is a +or - depending if you are in heavy traffic town driving economy .   The Yeti is a better built car and if versatility  is your requirement  load wise the Kamiq does not match it . Turning circle is brilliant, will take a while to gel with the car.

A bit of an update in the search for a replacment for the Yeti.

Last week I had a test drive in a Mazda CX30, lovelly car and a good quality interior, (better tan all the other small SUV's I have seen). Only problem is that (for a 2 litre), it felt very "flat" compared to the Yeti. (1.4 turbo).

More recently I test drove the new Toyota Yaris Cross fully expecting it to be a bit pants regarding the CVT auto, however it is nothing like the old DAF or Jazz CVT systems and was a really nice car to drive.

I think this could be the car to replace my Yeti!?

after only 3 weeks in I am afraid to say its not the for me ..its mainly the driving position  seat is way to low and with it it the highest position the rear view mirror is directly in your line of sight on making left hand turns is  creating a blind spot ...anyone want to buy a Kamiq  175 mls  have had 4 Skodas in the past and have never experienced  this before. 

4 hours ago, kitchens said:

after only 3 weeks in I am afraid to say its not the for me ..its mainly the driving position  seat is way to low and with it it the highest position the rear view mirror is directly in your line of sight on making left hand turns is  creating a blind spot ...anyone want to buy a Kamiq  175 mls  have had 4 Skodas in the past and have never experienced  this before. 

My seat is at it's highest and I have the mirror tilted slightly down and have to look up to see through don't get blind spot as it not in the way You must have a longer upper body or your seat to high 

On 17/02/2022 at 15:08, kitchens said:

after only 3 weeks in I am afraid to say its not the for me ..its mainly the driving position  seat is way to low and with it it the highest position the rear view mirror is directly in your line of sight on making left hand turns is  creating a blind spot ...anyone want to buy a Kamiq  175 mls  have had 4 Skodas in the past and have never experienced  this before. 

 

We're all different shapes and sizes and we all have own personal wants, but really don't understand any of this.  If the rear view mirror is causing a blindspot wouldn't the complaint be that the seat doesn't go low enough?  You say the seat is too low i.e. you want it to go higher - makes no sense unless you want to see over the top of the rear view mirror?

 

Just had a look back at your history and noted a past post where you have 30" legs ( perfectly normal ) but said you like to sit forward to see over the bonnet? Wasn't it therefore a case of you wanting to sit in an unnatural position rather than anything wrong with Kamiq?

 

Also saw your reply about current car values - couldn't agree more with you - the advertised price of a product is often different to the retail price which is much different to the true value. However there's a caveat - it all depends on how much you paid for the car in the first place.

 

I bought one of my cars from Ayr - not the best deal in the UK but they managed to get within £500 of it which was good enough for me. I enquired about selling my old car to them - they offered me £9500. To cut a long story short Arnie Clark offered £11500 to buy it off me but I managed to sell it to the Glasgow Skoda dealer for £11800 - or justt over £2k more than Ayr offered.

 

There are no set rules for getting the best price ( other than you must shop around ) but buying and selling at the same dealership is usually a big NO if you want a good deal. Even if you sell the car to a different dealership in the same franchise, that can net a better price.

 

Right at this moment, you can order a brand new 1.0 SE Kamiq DSG ( with no options  )for £19k so I'd be very surprised if Ayr wouldn't sell one for £19500.  ( Ayr is normally one of the better Skoda priced dealers on Carwow ). That may explain their 'poor' offer.  

 

 

Edited 18 February, 20224 yr by kodiaqsportline

Don’t now why people like to see over the bonnet there’s no need and if they sit so close to the steering wheel and the air bag goes off it could kill

There are many of us with Yeti’s who are finding it a difficult vehicle to replace. Kamiq might be the “obvious" choice but has a low seating position and is really a slightly jacked up hatchback. Why Skoda didn’t make the Kamiq taller with a higher seating position I will never know. The VW T-Cross is based on the same architecture and has a considerably higher seating position and probably the best like-for-like replacement for the Yeti, however, its cabin is very disappointing with hard plastics and no availability of the options you could get with the Yeti - heated windscreen, electric memory seats, leather etc. I note that VW have now upgraded the T-Roc interior with soft touch dash etc because of the torrent of criticism from the press and motorists so, maybe, the T-Cross will be upgraded next. In the meantime I have narrowed choice to the new T-Roc (ICE only) and the new Honda HR-V (hybrid) - waiting to see both models in the metal and test driving them before finally deciding.

3 hours ago, Expatman said:

There are many of us with Yeti’s who are finding it a difficult vehicle to replace. Kamiq might be the “obvious" choice but has a low seating position and is really a slightly jacked up hatchback. Why Skoda didn’t make the Kamiq taller with a higher seating position I will never know. The VW T-Cross is based on the same architecture and has a considerably higher seating position and probably the best like-for-like replacement for the Yeti, however, its cabin is very disappointing with hard plastics and no availability of the options you could get with the Yeti - heated windscreen, electric memory seats, leather etc. I note that VW have now upgraded the T-Roc interior with soft touch dash etc because of the torrent of criticism from the press and motorists so, maybe, the T-Cross will be upgraded next. In the meantime I have narrowed choice to the new T-Roc (ICE only) and the new Honda HR-V (hybrid) - waiting to see both models in the metal and test driving them before finally deciding.

The karoq replaced the Yeti