Skoda will officially pull the wraps off the new
Kamiq GT on November 4, but meanwhile, Chinese outlets have published the first
images of the compact coupe-crossover with no camouflage whatsoever.
Based on the Chinese-spec Kamiq, which is different than
the one sold in Europe, the Kamiq GT is a crossover coupe aimed strictly at the
People’s Republic. It’s said to be 4,409 mm long, 1,781 mm wide and 1,606 mm tall, or slightly longer and taller than the
regular Kamiq, sharing the same width and 2,610 mm wheelbase.
On the outside, it looks like a sleeker variant of
the regular Chinese market Kamiq, with slender headlights and taillights, more
pronounced creases in the front bumper, ‘Skoda’ lettering in the middle of the
tailgate and an arched roofline. The D-pillar resembles that of the Audi Q2 and
elsewhere, the vehicle sports several chrome accents and rides on five-spoke
alloy wheels.
The interior of the crossover coupe seems identical
to the local market Kamiq, with the same dashboard layout, infotainment system,
3-spoke multi-function steering wheel, HVAC controls, gear selector and
handbrake lever. The seats though appear to be offering more support and are
wrapped in a different-styled upholstery.
Powering the entry-level model is believed to come
from a 1.5-liter, naturally aspirated engine, making 111 PS and 145 Nm of torque. A 1.2-liter, turbocharged unit is expected to
be offered as well, and this one should develop 116 PS and 175
Nm of torque. Transmission options are likely to include the
5-/6-speed manual and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic like the one pictured in
the photos.
