A pair of variants will be available at launch – the 85 Select and 130 Edition – with prices starting from $54,990 and $64,990 respectively, both before on-road costs. That puts the European-made Elroq smack bang up against the physically larger BYD Sealion 7 (from $54,990), and undercuts the related Volkswagen ID.4 Pro ($59,990) and Tesla Model Y RWD ($58,990). Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Both variants will be powered by a rear-mounted 210kW electric motor fed by an 82kWh (net) battery, claiming a 0-100km/h sprint in a near hot hatch-like 6.6 seconds and a combined WLTP driving range of 529 kilometres. Skoda also quotes an urban cycle range of 661km, again WLTP-certified. That’s more driving range than both the entry-level Sealion 7 and Model Y, and it’s also quicker to triple figures than the BYD. However, the VW ID.4 Pro quotes more range and the Model Y offers quicker acceleration according to official specifications. Skoda offers smaller battery variants overseas, as well as a dual-motor RS performance variant. While all of these are “under study” for our market, the Czech brand’s local offshoot is yet to properly confirm if and when they’re coming. Measuring 4488mm long and 1884mm wide with a 2765mm wheelbase, the Elroq matches the larger Enyaq’s distance between the axles but is around 170mm shorter in overall length, making the smaller Skoda EV closer in exterior dimensions to the likes of the BYD Atto 3 (4455/1875/1615mm). Skoda quotes a boot capacity of 470 litres with the rear seats in place, expanding to 1580 litres with them folded. This is more than an Atto 3 (440-1340L) but less than a Sealion 7 (500L) and ID.4 (543-1575L). Skoda Elroq 85 Select equipment highlights: 19-inch Regulus alloy wheelsKeyless entry, start13-inch touchscreen infotainment systemWireless App-ConnectApple CarPlay – wirelessAndroid Auto – wirelessWireless smartphone charger incl. ventilationDual-zone climate controlHeated front seatsLeather-wrapped steering wheel – heatedHeated, folding, auto-dimming side mirrorsMode 3 (Type 2) charging cable1 x door-mounted umbrella Elroq 130 Edition adds: 21-inch Supernova alloy wheelsMatrix LED headlightsDynamic headlight range controlDynamic cornering lights Premium LED tail lightsHead-up display incl. augmented reality functionIntelligent Park AssistPower-adjustable front seatsElectric lumbarMassage functionMemory360-degree parking camerasCanton 12-speaker sound systemPower tailgate‘Premium’ interior finishesRear sunshades Standard safety features include: 7 airbagsTravel AssistAdaptive cruise controlTraffic Jam AssistAdaptive Lane AssistEmergency AssistFront Assist – AEBincl. Turn Assist Side AssistBlind-spot monitoringExit warningRear cross-traffic alert The Skoda Elroq is yet to receive an ANCAP or Euro NCAP safety rating, though the vehicle only commenced production in January and just started hitting European roads. Skoda Australia will also be launching the Elroq with its Skoda Choice guaranteed value and finance program (details TBC), as well as a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Stay tuned to CarExpert for all the latest.
