Skoda Kamiq MK1 vs Volkswagen T-Cross C11

Skoda Kamiq

MK1 · 2019 – 2026

The Kamiq (MK1), on the MQB-A0 platform.

Volkswagen T-Cross

C11 · 2019 – 2026

The first-generation T-Cross (C11), on the MQB A0 platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Skoda Kamiq

Pick the MK1 for a roomy, affordable city SUV with a sweet 1.0 TSI.

Best engine: The 1.0 TSI 110 — the sweet spot of the range.

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Pick this one if…

Volkswagen T-Cross

Pick the T-Cross for an agile urban SUV with a high seat, clever interior packaging and low running costs.

Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (115 hp) — the sweet spot.

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Performance

1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol vs 1.0 TSI 115 · Petrol

	Skoda Kamiq	Volkswagen T-Cross
Power	110 hp	115 hp Winner
Torque	200 Nm	200 Nm
0–100 km/h	10,0 s	10,0 s
Top speed	193 km/h	193 km/h
Power-to-weight	90,9 hp/t	96,6 hp/t Winner
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	123 g/km	120 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	5,3 L/100km	5,3 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Skoda Kamiq	Volkswagen T-Cross
Boot	400 L	455 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.395 L Winner	1.281 L
Wheelbase	2,65 m Winner	2,55 m
Length	4,24 m	4,14 m
Ground clearance	18,8 cm	16,0 cm
Turning circle	10,8 m	10,6 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.200 kg Winner	1.100 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Skoda Kamiq	Volkswagen T-Cross
Platform	MQB-A0 (shared with the VW T-Cross)	MQB A0 (transverse)
Drive	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	1.0 TSI · 1.5 TSI petrol · 1.6 TDI diesel	EA211 1.0/1.5 TSI · EA288 1.6 TDI
Transmission	6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG	6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Skoda Kamiq

1.0 TSI: timing belt on interval
DSG: jerkiness at low speed
Electrical gremlins

Volkswagen T-Cross

DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
Timing belt + water pump (EA211)
Infotainment glitches on early cars

Pros

Skoda Kamiq

Roomy boot for its class
High seating position and good visibility
Affordable and economical

Volkswagen T-Cross

Sliding rear bench (385–455 l boot)
High seating position and good visibility
Facelift (2024+) brought LED lighting and a nicer cabin

Cons

Skoda Kamiq

Sparse base equipment
Not focused on sharp dynamics
Interior with hard plastics

Volkswagen T-Cross

Rear bench tight for three adults
Pre-facelift interior plainer

Driving experience

Skoda Kamiq

Composed and secure for a small SUV of its era, with light steering that suits urban and motorway driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, and body roll is present yet managed. Petrol engines deliver responsive low-end performance for daily use. It prioritises comfort and ease of use over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.

Volkswagen T-Cross

Light, easy and built for town driving. The T-Cross steers quickly and lightly, rides acceptably, and is easy to park and place in traffic. It is front-wheel drive only, which suits its city role. The 1.0 TSI is the sensible choice — smooth and economical — the 1.5 TSI adds useful pace, and the DSG is smooth once moving. Body control is fine for a small crossover. It prioritises space, visibility and ease of use over any driving involvement.