Cheaper Skoda Kamiq ‘Run-Out’ launches, priced from $32,990 driveaway in Australia

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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. 

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

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 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 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