Used Skoda Kamiq 2019-present reliability review

The Skoda Kamiq is a fantastic small SUV with a roomy interior and a comfortable ride. Reliability is looking good.

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George Hill & Mark Pearson

Updated: 10 November 2026

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What should I look for in a used Skoda Kamiq?

Do still complete all the usual checks for kerb damage and scratches and dents to the bodywork and paint as you would with any other used car purchase. Also, inspect the interior for any signs of stains to carpets and seat covers.

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When we ran a long term Kamiq, the infotainment system came under some criticism for crashing. A similar system in the Scala we tried also game some trouble and required an update, so make sure the system you're using is running the latest software.

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Emergency call system

There have been two recalls issued relating to the emergency call system, which automatically sends an SOS signal to the emergency service either when the 'SOS' button is pushed, or when the system deems it necessary to (such as when the airbags are deployed in a collision). However, a software issue on examples made between 10 July 2019 and 7 February 2020 could prevent the system from functioning correctly and will require an update at a Skoda dealer.

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In addition to this, some Kamiqs built between 27 August and 17 September 2019 will need to have the online connectivity unit (OCU) that is a part of this feature replaced as part of the second recall.

Is a used Skoda Kamiq reliable?

The Kamiq unfortunately finished in 23rd place out of 42 cars in the small SUV class in our most recent What Car? Reliability Survey.

Reliability rating 91.7%

A total of 35% of examples of the Skoda Kamiq went wrong, mainly with engine, fuel system and sat-nav/ infotainment glitches. While Skoda paid for 100% of repairs, 30% of cars took more than a week to repair, despite still being drivable. More positively, 30% of cars were drivable and fixed in less than a day.

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As a brand, Skoda managed a middling 13th-place finish out of 30 car manufacturers. That's better than Volkswagen (18th) and MG (31st), but not as good as Renault (9th) or Toyota (5th).

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If you would like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.

Used Skoda Kamiq reliability: the owners' view

As part of our annual Reliability Survey, What Car? readers reported a mixed reliability experience with the Skoda Kamiq models, with particular concerns among diesel owners.

Several diesel drivers mentioned recurring issues with the exhaust system and diesel particulate filter (DPF), often triggering warning lights. Unfortunately, readers noted that these problems tended to reoccur even after repair, leading to frustration.

Both petrol and diesel Kamiq owners have also experienced electronic glitches, including infotainment malfunctions and, in a few cases, parking sensors failing unexpectedly. While most Skoda dealerships were commended for their willingness to address these issues, some readers expressed dissatisfaction with slow repair times and limited availability of parts, leading to prolonged periods without their cars.

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Overall, petrol models have had fewer severe issues, but owners of both fuel types indicated that, while Skoda dealerships were generally supportive, they often did not resolve persistent issues promptly.

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About the writer

Name: George Hill

Title: Used car writer

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George Hill first joined the What Car? team as a staff writer in 2021, before becoming a used car writer in 2024 and a reviewer in 2026. In his current role he writes new car reviews for What Car? magazine and whatcar.com.

If you follow What Car? on social media, you might see him presenting the odd video on new cars too.

Name: Mark Pearson

Title: Used cars editor

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Mark Pearson has been a motoring journalist for more than 15 years and is currently the used cars editor for What Car?.

Mark spent his formative years at the BBC, where, at various times, he scheduled, broadcast and archived television and radio programmes and researched, wrote and produced promotional material.

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