Skoda Kamiq gains Design Edition trim

Skoda is expanding the model line-up for its Kamiq compact SUV with a new Design Edition trim level.

The new variant will be available to order from January 16.

Design Edition has proved a popular choice in the recently updated Fabia range, is positioned between the existing SE Edition and SE L Edition models and takes the total number of trim options for Kamiq up to four.

Building on the specification of the Kamiq SE Edition, the new Design Edition is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, black roof and door mirrors and privacy glass as standard. Inside, the Design Edition features sports seats, cloth and microsuede upholstery, a three-spoke sports steering wheel and red trim on the dashboard. Ambient lighting, black headlining and aluminium pedals complete the interior specification.

The new Kamiq Design Edition is available with two engines and three drivetrain options. The 1.0 TSI 95PS and 1.0 TSI 116PS engines feature a manual gearbox as standard with the higher output unit also available with a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox. WLTP combined CO2 outputs range from 122g/km for the 1.0 TSI 116PS manual to 126g/km for the 1.0 TSI 116PS DSG. In terms of efficiency, the 1.0 TSI 95PS model returns 51.9mpg on the WLTP combined cycle while the 1.0 TSI 116PS manual has an official consumption figure of 52.3mpg. The range-topping 1.0 TSI 116PS DSG returns 50.6mpg on the WLTP combined cycle.

Prices start from just £25,855 for the 1.0 TSI 95PS model, rising to £28,185 OTR for the 1.0 TSI 116PS DSG model.