Skoda has teased the interior of the fully electric Epiq crossover. It sports a 5.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 13-inch display. The affordable model debuts May 19 and will have three powertrains. Skoda has teased the interior of the all-new Epiq and revealed the crossover will be unveiled on May 19. Billed as the “first series-production model to fully implement all aspects of the Modern Solid design language,” the cabin embraces a horizontal architecture as well as a minimalistic aesthetic. While few details were shared, we can see a tiered dashboard with an upholstered lower section as well as rectangular air vents. More: Skoda’s Smallest EV Has One Big-Car Surprise Drivers sit behind a two-spoke steering wheel and find themselves looking at a hexagonal 5.3-inch digital instrument cluster. It’s joined by a freestanding infotainment system that spans 13 inches. Beneath the large screen is slender air vents and a row of “haptic shortcuts,” which resemble buttons. The model also sports an open storage compartment, which has a wireless smartphone charger in the center. Rounding out the highlights are a slender center console and an ambient lighting system, which creates a “welcoming, cozy atmosphere.” Skoda also noted the model will incorporate sustainable materials including “100% recycled PES for the seat textiles.” The cargo compartment holds 16.8 cubic feet (475 liters) of luggage, but that can be expanded to 47.5 cubic feet (1,344 liters) by folding the rear seats down. Three Powertrains And Up To 267 Miles Of Range Like the Cupra Raval and Volkswagen ID. Polo, the model rides on the MEB+ platform. The entry-level Epiq 35 has a 38.5 kWh battery pack that feeds a front-mounted motor developing 114 hp (85 kW / 116 PS) and 197 lb-ft (267 Nm) of torque. It enables the crossover to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in a leisurely 11 seconds and have a range of 196 miles (315 km). The mid-level Epiq 40 has the same LFP battery and range as the 35, but sports a more powerful motor developing 133 hp (99 kW / 135 PS) and 197 lb-ft (267 Nm) of torque. Thanks to the extra oomph, the dash to 62 mph (100 km/h) falls to 9.8 seconds. The range-topping Epiq 55 is notable for featuring a larger 55 kWh NMC battery pack as well as a beefier motor producing 208 hp (155 kW / 211 PS) and 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) of torque. 62 mph (100 km/h) comes in 7.4 seconds, while the top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h) is 6 mph (10 km/h) faster than the other variants. Drivers can also expect to travel up to 267 miles (430 km) between charges. Production will be handled in Spain, and Skoda has previously indicated pricing will open around €26,000 ($30,400), or about the same as its Kamiq gasoline equivalent.
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