Technical characteristics of Skoda Kamik 2019 and fuel consumption

The content of the article:

• Dimensions and weight
• Dynamic characteristics
• Brake system
• Optics
• Prices and configuration

The new Skoda Kamik crossover was officially presented at the 2019 Geneva Auto Show. But the manufacturer opened some data on February 26, that is, before the official show. Despite such a sharp popularity, the crossover did not immediately reveal all the secrets and characteristics, and even more so the pricing policy.

The official start of sales of the new Skoda Kamik in Europe showed that diesel engines and even more so the G-Tec unit were postponed for the future, and the main offer was a turbocharged gasoline engine of the TSI family with a volume of 1.0 liters. A pair of 6-speed manual or 7-speed robotic transmission can be installed. Nevertheless, in the homeland of the car in the Czech Republic, a 1.5-liter gasoline unit is available to the buyer, as well as a 1.6-liter TDI diesel unit.

Dimensions and weight Skoda Kamik 2019-2020

According to the manufacturer, the new crossover Skoda Kamik in size has taken a position between Karoq and Kodiaq. The appearance of the car is unique and bears little resemblance to other models of this manufacturer. In particular, the front optics, the body shape and the rear part are raised in an unusual way. The dimensions of Kamik are compact and can be called the company's compact crossover.

To understand what the dimensions of the new Skoda Kamik are, let's take the Skoda Karoq crossover for comparison, since it is most suitable for comparison. On it, the manufacturer used the same units, transmission and other points that are duplicated in the new product.

The difference in dimensions between the new Kamik and the well-known Karok is small, but the cars are different in weight. Accordingly, such a difference in weight will affect the technical and dynamic characteristics. The reduced weight will play a major role in the life of the turbocharged engine, with a volume of 1.0 liters per 3 cylinders.

Technical and dynamic characteristics of the Skoda Kamik

Despite modern innovations and technologies, the Skoda Kamik engineers did not deviate from the generally pleasant trend to reduce engine displacement. The buyer is offered a choice of three engines, two petrol, 1.0 and 1.5 liters, and one 1.6 liter diesel unit. A pair of 5 or 6-speed manual, or 7-speed robotic transmission is installed.

In addition to the listed Skoda Kamik units, the manufacturer promised to install a new gas engine of the G-Tec family. The system assumes a 1.0 liter TSI petrol engine and a factory gas installation. In a pair to such an engine, it is supposed to install only a 6-speed manual transmission.

The power of such a "gas" engine will be 90 horsepower, and the maximum torque is 160 Nm. Among so many advantages of the Skoda Kamiq crossover there are also disadvantages, the main one is the drive. Despite the fact that the car belongs to the class of crossovers, the drive will only be front-wheel drive, even taking into account such a significant brand.

Braking system and crossover suspension

The basis for the new Skoda Kamim crossover was the MQB-A0 platform, the same as for the new Skala hatchback. This can explain the reason for the presence of only front-wheel drive in such a modern crossover. With regard to the suspension, the front is completely independent, with MacPherson struts. At the back, the engineers installed a semi-independent, based on a bending beam. No matter how sad it may sound, the Kamik crossover is a redesigned Skala hatchback with a new body, but an old basis. As for the Skoda Kamik's braking system, it did not run far from the Scala. The basic equipment received ventilated disc brakes at the front, but drum brakes at the rear. Although disc brakes can be installed for a fee. As for the top-end options, such Kamik models will receive ventilated disc brakes at the front and conventional disc brakes at the rear. The basis for the crossover, according to the standard, was 16 ″ alloy wheels, optionally you can order 18 ″ wheels with several pattern options.

Optics of the new Skoda Kamik

The optics of the new Skoda Kamiq have become very unusual for the brand. Designers literally divided it into separate elements, as well as into sectors. The designers divided the main optics into two parts, on top are installed daytime LED running lights, each in 4 sections. Below is the main optics with low and high beam. It is worth noting that regardless of the configuration and characteristics of the crossover, the optics will be fully LED.

Here, the manufacturer has hidden LED fog lights. Regarding the rear stops, they are also LED by the standard. The top options will acquire the function of adaptive headlights and dynamic rear feet. Thus, the manufacturer emphasized that it keeps up with modern technologies and fully complies with the wishes of customers.

Prices and configurations Skoda Kamik 2019-2020

The official start of sales of the new Skoda Kamiq crossover is open in Europe. In Russia, the novelty will appear in the fall of 2019, even closer to winter. It is worth noting that for each country the number of complete sets changes, so it's hard to say what exactly will be brought to the Russian Federation. Nevertheless, the manufacturer has opened the prices for the new product, as well as the complete set.

As you can see, the most popular and frequently installed engine of the Skoda Kamiq crossover is a turbocharged gasoline unit with a volume of 1.0 liters per 3 cylinders. Many people ask themselves what resource such an engine has, because before they were put on small cars, and not on crossovers.

The new crossover essentially lacks all-wheel drive, as well as more powerful units. In total, pleasant impressions are added about the appearance, the front optics stand out especially. In terms of technical characteristics, the buyer was offered both diesel and gasoline options. The question remains with gas equipment, when it will enter the market and how much this pleasure will cost.

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