Czech automaker Skoda has decreased the entry cost of its Kamiq small SUV by some $5000 with the launch of a brand new value-focused variant of its Kamiq small SUV.
Sharing its powertrain with the previous entry-grade Kamiq ‘Style’, the new Kamiq ‘Run-Out’ will act as the new entry-point variant in the current three-grade Kamiq line-up which competes with the likes of the Toyota Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-30 small SUVs.
Skoda has teased the more affordable model since last month, however while cheaper than the current $37,990 starting price it still falls short of what was once a $30,990 driveaway entry point at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Run-Out is the new entry-point into the Skoda Kamiq model range
On sale from now until a newly facelifted Kamiq arrives in the second quarter of next year, the limited edition model will bolster the range of what is Skoda’s current highest-selling vehicle.
What features does the Skoda Kamiq Run Out include?
Skoda has confirmed features for the new grade, including:
- LED headlights and tail-lights
- LED rear fog lights
- LED interior ambient lighting
- Dusk-sensing headlights
- Rain sensing wipers
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Full keyless entry and start
- Electrically folding door mirrors
- Driver’s auto dimming mirror
- Leather-appointed steering wheel
- 8.0-inch infotainment screen with Apple Carplay and Android auto
- 4 x USB-C ports
- 8 x speakers
- Driver’s door umbrella and holder
- A-pillar ticket holder
- B-pillar clothes hooks
- Luggage compartment shopping hooks
- Windscreen washer reservoir with integrated funnel
The Kamiq Run-Out is on sale from now until the second quarter of 2024
Safety features include:
- Seven airbags
- Rear-view camera
- Rear parking sensors
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Front Assist with pedestrian detection
- Lane Assist
- Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert.
Unlike the higher-spec Style which runs on 18-inch alloy wheels, the Run-Out receives 17-inch alloys wheels. As well as larger wheels, stepping up to the higher grade Style grade also sees the addition of other features including:
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Adaptive Lane Guidance
- Alarm system
- Silver roof rails (black in Kamiq Run-Out)
- Power tailgate
- 10.25in Virtual Cockpit
- Wireless smartphone mirroring/charging
- Rear privacy glass
- Dual-zone climate control air-conditioning
- Optional panoramic glass roof.
The Kamiq ‘Run-Out’ will come with a suite of standard features
The only optional extras available on the Run-Out are $550 for certain paint colours and a $2,650 seven-year / 105,000 service pack, which equates to $379 per service.
Like the rest of the Kamiq lineup, the Run-Out is covered by Skoda’s seven-year unlimited-kilometre warranty and seven-year capped price servicing offer.
What powers the new Kamiq ‘Run-Out’?
Like the higher-spec Style variant, the Run-Out also operates under the ‘85TSI’ grade umbrella, powered by a 1.0-litre turbocharged inline-three cylinder petrol engine producing 85kW or power and 200Nm of torque.
The current Skoda Kamiq 85TSI Style
The engine is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with power sent to the front wheels.
Skoda claims a fuel efficiency figure of 5.6L/100km.
Skoda Kamiq 2024: prices in Australia
All figures listed below are the national driveaway prices.
- Run-Out: $32,990
- 85TSI Style: $37,990
- 110TSI Monte Carlo: $43,490
- 110TSI Signature: $44,990