Skoda is laying down the gauntlet to the competition in the increasingly crowded electric crossover market with its new Elroq, priced from £31,500.
The price point puts the Elroq in contention with new Chinese brands like BYD and Xpeng that are looking to take market share from the more stablished European car manufacturers.
Elroq, which is the first model to adopt the new design language of the “Modern Solid” era, is expected to be a high-volume car for Skoda as the brand starts to ramp up its electrification strategy.
There are plans for a seven-seater SUV, the Vision 7S in 2026, followed by a small electric city car and an electric estate car, similar in size to an Octavia the subsequent year.
Martin Jahn, Škoda Auto board member for sales and marketing, said: “The Elroq delivers an attractive price-value proposition at the right time, as it offers many interested car buyers an easier and more affordable way to drive electric.
“Its appealing overall package, combined with a spacious, comfortable, and highly functional interior, as well as outstanding handling characteristics, makes it the ideal companion for many customer groups – from families to corporate clients.
“We are confident that the latter, in particular, will appreciate its expected high residual value.
“We will be offering flexible financing options and attractive leasing rates, paired with special service packages and car insurance conditions.”
The Elroq is available with three different battery sizes and powertrains.
Outputs start at 170 PS for the entry-level Elroq 50 model. The Elroq 85 can achieve a maximum range of 360 miles on the WLTP cycle.
Charging rates of up to 175 kW at DC fast-charging stations enable the 82 kWh battery of the Elroq 85 to recharge from 10 to 80% in 28 minutes.
The batteries of the Elroq 50 and Elroq 60 can be charged even more quickly, in 25 minutes or less.
Elroq UK specification breakdown:
Elroq SE (from £31,500)
SE 50 is fitted with a 55kWh (52kWh net) battery, and is capable of more than 230 miles of WLTP range. The entry point to the new Elroq range comes with 19-inch Proteus silver alloy wheels, LED headlights and LED rear lights.
The SE features with fabric and artificial leather upholstery, grey headlining and a two-spoke leather multifunction steering wheel. A 13-inch touchscreen display, digital cockpit and single-zone climate control come as standard. The SE also includes a rear-view camera with rear parking sensors, traffic sign recognition and blind spot detection.
Elroq SE L (from £33,350)
SE L 60 models come with a larger 63kWh (59kWh net) battery as standard, which has a WLTP range of more than 250 miles on a full charge. It also offers drivers more equipment, including a two-spoke leather heated multifunction steering wheel with paddles for recuperation selection, heated front seats, satellite navigation and Škoda Connect – Infotainment Online and Remote Access (three years).
Customers opting for the SE L also benefit from dual zone climate control, drive mode select, front parking sensors and preparation for a tow bar. As with the SE model, the SE L also comes with a six-metre, 32A Type 2 charging cable as standard, along with rapid charging capability of up to 145kW when connected to a suitable DC rapid charger.
Elroq Edition (from £34,450)
The Elroq Edition model comes with two battery options; 60 and 85; a 63kWh (59kWh net) pack that offers more than 250 miles of WLTP range, and a larger 82kWh (77kWh net) pack that can deliver up to 360 miles on the WLTP cycle, respectively. Edition models build on the specification of the SE L and add 19-inch Regulus anthracite alloy wheels, unique dark chrome roof rails and window surround and privacy glass with acoustic side windows.
Edition customers also benefit from travel assist plus, predictive adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist, keyless entry, and wireless charging (15W) with cooling function. Elroq 85 models, which come with the larger 82kWh (77kWh net) battery, can also take advantage of 175kW DC rapid charging capability.
Elroq SportLine (from £37,400)
The flagship model of the Elroq range, SportLine comes with two battery options 60 and 85; a 63kWh (59kWh net) or 82kWh (77kWh net) battery pack with WLTP ranges of up to 258 miles and 355 miles respectively. SportLine models feature 20-inch Asterion black alloy wheels, matrix LED headlights, unique SportLine bumpers and gloss black roof rails, door mirrors and tailgate lettering.
Inside, SportLine models come with a bespoke Design Selection that features microsuede and artificial leather upholstery, carbon effect decorative inserts, front sports seats and a black headlining. A three-spoke artificial leather heated sports multifunction steering wheel with paddles for recuperation level selection is also fitted as standard.
The SportLine comes with progressive dynamic steering as standard (the 85 battery offers the addition of sports suspension as standard) while an electrically operated tailgate with kick activation and rear side airbags complete the specification.
Skoda Elroq UK pricing:
| Elroq SE 50 | 55kWh (52kWh net) | £31,500 |
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| Elroq SE L 60 | 63kWh (59kWh net) | £33,350 |
| Elroq Edition 60 | 63kWh (59kWh net) | £34,450 |
| Elroq Edition 85 | 82kWh (77kWh net) | £38,650 |
| Elroq SportLine 60 | 63kWh (59kWh net) | £37,400 |
| Elroq SportLine 85 | 82kWh (77kWh net) | £41,600 |