DRIVEN: Škoda Elroq. Will it roq your world ? | Electrifying

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Elroq review:

's is choosing electrical in a big way. The very first wave brought us the dazzling Enyaq 3 years earlier, and now the Czech manufacturer will hit us with the electrical variation of the top-selling Karoq. The Elroq is set to complete in the biggest sector of the new car market – mid-size SUVs – and has some seriously difficult competitors in the kind of cars like the Kia EV3, Hyundai Kona and Volvo EX30. Priced from ₤ 31,500 for the entry-level model, it costs the same as the gas Karoq too, so looks to have everything going for it. Does the Elroq rock?

The Elroq utilizes the hardware from the same box of bits as a lot of VW Group electrical cars, although there are some interesting options. The motors have power outputs from 168 to 282bhp – all with rear-wheel drive. A four-wheel drive design is expected to be added to the variety later on next year with a combined power output of 300bhp from two motors, probably wearing VRS badges.

The entry-level Elroq 50 has a net battery capacity of 52kWh, the Elroq 60 has 59kWh battery, while the Elroq 85 variants utilize a 77kWh pack. That 85 has an electrical series of 360 miles, the 60 is 258 miles, while the entry-level 50 has a main figure of 260 miles.

The Elroq 85 gets quicker charging too, as it has the ability to accept DC charging at approximately 175kW. The Elroq 50 and 60 assistance charging rates of 145 kW and approximately 165 kW respectively. All charge up to 11 kW at air conditioner points.

It's clear the Elroq has actually been tuned for convenience instead of sportiness, which comes as a welcome relief for anybody anxious about the state of the UK's roads. Even on 20-inch wheels the Elroq has a cosseting ride.

The trade off is a body roll in the bends, however that's unlikely to issue numerous household SUV drivers. The steering is well judged to match this, with just enough feel and weight to stop an enthusiastic driver from groaning, however not a lot that it feels worried or stylish.

The Elroq may be more compact than the Enyaq, but it's still a remarkably practical package. There is not quite as much room as in its larger bro, however just the seriously lanky are going to have a problem in front or rear seats. In fact, there's more area on offer than you would get in Skoda's ICE-powered Karoq.

Join Tom as he gets to attempt Skoda's brand-new star. Does it roq his world? Let us understand what you believe in the comments below.

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38 responses to “DRIVEN: Škoda Elroq. Will it roq your world ? | Electrifying”

  1. @MiaPaiges1 Avatar
    @MiaPaiges1

    Your channel is a source of joy and inspiration. Continue to delight us with your work.🚦😼🤡

  2. @BBingo-v5i Avatar
    @BBingo-v5i

    Nice!

  3. @chasf3433 Avatar
    @chasf3433

    Well done Skoda for not giving us Audi haptic button hell. Now can you make a smaller version with same quality.

    1. @toyotaprius79 Avatar
      @toyotaprius79

      Same quality, so that explains why Skoda is a premium brand now. Can’t blame EVs for why everything is so expensive and out of touch

    2. @Dqtube Avatar
      @Dqtube

      From the available information. The answer to this question is called #Epiq, but it won’t be on sale until 2026.

    3. @Brian-om2hh Avatar
      @Brian-om2hh

      There is a slightly smaller version in the pipeline, although it could be a little while yet.

  4. @rylucia Avatar
    @rylucia

    It looks much better on the road than in the studio, nice! Any news if VW will bring out something in this segment?

    1. @Brian-om2hh Avatar
      @Brian-om2hh

      I’m wondering why you asked that? A VW version wouldn’t be any better/nicer/better built, and would cost more! Skoda often win the “in house” VAG build quality audits…..

    2. @stevenjones916 Avatar
      @stevenjones916

      ​@@Brian-om2hhBadge snobbery for a VW over Skoda ?🤦 😂😂😂

  5. @anonymouspdg6121 Avatar
    @anonymouspdg6121

    Another good review, refreshingly without the silly jokiness in some other reviews.

    Tom is always honest and is clear about his own preferences, which may not align with some people but which I do agree with re comfort and refined ride as opposed to wringing the extra seconds acceleration out of it.

    I like the Elroq, I think it will be one of those cars that quietly flies under the radar but is a very very good car. I’m a Volvo driver but would have this over the EX30 any day!

    1. @chriswillson5052 Avatar
      @chriswillson5052

      Couldn’t agree more. Very informative and useful. Do I really want to know how many water bottles the door cubby holds? With or without ‘frunk’/’froot’ is missing but you wouldn’t base a decision on that, surely!

  6. @toyotaprius79 Avatar
    @toyotaprius79

    Is Skoda a premium brand now?? The size of those rims and tyres really puts things into perspective of how overblown things have gotten

    1. @Brian-om2hh Avatar
      @Brian-om2hh

      That’s a fair question. Certainly in the last few years, Skoda has sharpened up it’s designs, build quality and interiors to the point where many now say they are superior to VW’s own. There isn’t much wrong with the way modern Skoda’s drive and handle either. Owning a current Skoda, I’d say they are certainly no longer the budget brand they once were, and I’m fine with that.

    2. @Dqtube Avatar
      @Dqtube

      @@Brian-om2hh It depends on the market. There’s still the Fabia , Scala and Kamiq on offer which start under €19k.

    3. @markthomasson5077 Avatar
      @markthomasson5077

      You wonder when VW Group (and others) will Cotten on that making multiple models / brands is not the way to be profitable….and take a leaf out of Teslas book, with two serious models

  7. @wakeywarrior Avatar
    @wakeywarrior

    Why would you get this over a Scenic. Same price, smaller battery, smaller boot and if you want things like heated door mirrors, electric boot etc you have to pay more adding on packs?

    1. @BBingo-v5i Avatar
      @BBingo-v5i

      It is cheaper than a Scenic

    2. @wakeywarrior Avatar
      @wakeywarrior

      @ Scenic can be easily bought for same price and even list is only £2000 more.

    3. @bst1623 Avatar
      @bst1623

      Scenic list is more expensive, though there are some good discounts depending on how you buy… Depends if Skoda dealers discount this too.

      Then there’s the actual thing that will affect sales, regardless of RRP – monthly PCP/HP cost.

    4. @KennethPaul Avatar
      @KennethPaul

      Definitely lots of deals on a scenic just now Renault need to sell around 5000 EVs to hit their ZEV target.

    5. @ThrottleBody Avatar
      @ThrottleBody

      Because some people have preferences. Cars are more than just on paper stats to most people.

  8. @bst1623 Avatar
    @bst1623

    I’m going to wait and see if the software is a car crash like on the rest of the MEB range… The ID7 was looking good, but the BatteryLife guy is not as impressed as he thought he’d be.

    1. @stevenjones916 Avatar
      @stevenjones916

      Still talking about the software ?

    2. @rugbygirlsdadg Avatar
      @rugbygirlsdadg

      I’ve had an Enyaq for 2 1/2 years now and I’ve had one software issue, which was fixed with help from a tech forum. (Pulling and reinserting a fuse, which the dealership should have done after a major software update)
      I’m not sure where you’ve got the idea about the software being a car crash.

  9. @KennethPaul Avatar
    @KennethPaul

    😂 love the acknowledgement that no one is using the auto park feature. One or two might but the rest of us are better drivers than the cars auto feature. Also i did notice the very plastic and almost flimsy grab handle on the enyak and now this its just molded plastic and could do with a little bit of padded material to lift the quality. Otherwise interior is okay

  10. @simonjackson1571 Avatar
    @simonjackson1571

    Love my Enyaq and this looks just as good. I was expecting a bit more of an update inside but otherwise like it.

  11. @PHXRenegade Avatar
    @PHXRenegade

    Very interested, loved my Karoq except for the petrol (obvs) and the front wheel drive scrabble whenever setting off from a moist junction 🙂

  12. @shaywhelan1 Avatar
    @shaywhelan1

    The design is not as new as reports suggested it was going to be, a new design language. It looks like a smaller MK1 Kodiaq, which to me is still very handsome. I like it, but I would be interested to see how it fairs in tests against a Scenic and EV3

  13. @m_m_1_9_7_7 Avatar
    @m_m_1_9_7_7

    Skoda is the choice for the VW group these days.

  14. @alangravy27 Avatar
    @alangravy27

    Another great review from Tom. So refreshing without daft “jokes” or moaning about a trivial detail. the Elorq appears to be on the same wheelbase as the Enyaq but with shorter overhangs. Interior lifted straight from the Enyaq. I agree with Tom on the power, it doesn’t need 286bhp. A lower power big battery version might be ideal?

    1. @SuperPatrick71 Avatar
      @SuperPatrick71

      60 variant does 165 max DC charging. Do you really need a bigger battery? How many times a year do you use that?

    2. @alangravy27 Avatar
      @alangravy27

      @SuperPatrick71  I don’t disagree. I do think people who can’t charge at home might find a larger battery easier to manage and a big battery might help people who are more nervous about making the switch.

  15. @Al-hk6yi Avatar
    @Al-hk6yi

    debating if it is faster to die on this than a wingsuit

  16. @appkazoo5925 Avatar
    @appkazoo5925

    Our e-C4 is up for being replaced in July 2025. Our current list of potential replacements are Renault Scenic, Skoda Enyaq, Kia EV3, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Skoda Elroq

  17. @Pottery4Life Avatar
    @Pottery4Life

    Thank you.

  18. @urbanspaceman7183 Avatar
    @urbanspaceman7183

    Can it perform as well as a diesel?

  19. @philiphidson1007 Avatar
    @philiphidson1007

    Good review. Having seen the other interior with orange seat belts etc are we sure skoda haven’t mixed up which is sport! Might just be me!

  20. @oliveringram3056 Avatar
    @oliveringram3056

    They are missing a trick if there is no plug in Hybrid.

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