New Skoda Kamiq revealed: Australian details and prices

A new SUV from the Volkswagen Group stable comes with a long list of desirable gear at a very tempting price.

2020 Skoda Kamiq SUV.

There is a new SUV on the block.

Skoda has revealed pricing details for its new Kamiq small SUV, which is due to land in showrooms from September.

The Czech brand’s new high-rider is built on the versatile MQB platform that also spawns the new Volkswagen T-Cross and T-Roc SUVs.

The Skoda Kamiq shares its underpinnings with the VW T-Cross.

But instead of two different SUVs, Skoda has split the difference and built a versatile vehicle that straddles both segments. Similar to the Kia Seltos it is not too big and not too small.

Initially Skoda will offer the Kamiq in three grades.

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A base 85TSI is priced from $27,990 drive-away and uses a small and efficient 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine making 85kW and 200Nm.

It is front-wheel drive and can be had with either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch auto transmission.

Skoda has fairly conservative styling.

The 110TSI Monte Carlo and 110TSI Limited Edition grades are both priced at $36,990 and score a bigger 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 110kW and 250Nm. Both are equipped with a seven-speed dual-clutch auto only.

Fuel efficiency is the name of the game — the 85TSI sips just 5L/100km and the more powerful 110TSI drinks 5.6L/100km.

The Skoda has gone big on interior tech.

Inside Skoda has kitted out the Kamiq with all the modern conveniences. An eight-inch display is compatible with Apple CarPlay, which will be joined by Android Auto at the end of this year. There is a wireless charging pad and the Volkswagen Group’s excellent digital cockpit as standard. An eight speaker stereo takes care of the entertainment.

The Limited Edition adds a bigger infotainment screen and wireless Apple CarPlay along with leather accented seats.

The Monte Carlo gets sporty black exterior highlights, metal sports pedals and a unique driving mode.

There’s a wide array of standard equipment including auto emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, and drive fatigue detection.

All Skodas are backed by a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty.