All-new Skoda Elroq electric compact SUV makes debut

Curtains up for the first of its kind: the all-new Škoda Elroq is the Czech brand’s first all-electric model in the strategically important compact SUV category. At the same time, it is also the first model to adopt Škoda’s new Modern Solid design language, combining robustness, functionality and authenticity. The Elroq offers a comprehensive line-up of powertrain and battery options, with a maximum range of over 560 kilometers. Its extensive standard equipment includes a rear view camera, Crew Protect Assist, Side Assist, 13-inch infotainment and SmartLink. This combination makes the Elroq the most affordable electric vehicle in its segment in the European market, with a starting price of around 33,000 euros before any state subsidies. As a result, Škoda also achieves list price parity between the all-new Elroq and its Karoq ICE counterpart in many markets.

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Perfect choice for everyday explorers in and out of the city

The all-new Elroq is the latest addition to Škoda’s growing electric portfolio, which will include various new models over the coming years. The compact SUV is the electric alternative to the Karoq and offers list price parity with its ICE counterpart in many markets. It is perfectly equipped for both urban and suburban environments and outdoor adventures off the beaten track, thanks to its compact dimensions, spacious interior and superb driving characteristics. The all-wheel drive version will become available in 2025.

Modern Solid: Tech-Deck Face with a new interpretation of familiar Škoda lines

The exterior of the Elroq is defined by a distinctive shape and clean lines, making it the first Škoda model to adopt the new Modern Solid design language. Looking at traditional Škoda design elements from an entirely new perspective, the glossy black Tech-Deck Face replaces the typical Škoda grille, while still referencing familiar Škoda lines. The new front is also characterized by a robust front bumper with a Unique Dark Chrome insert, while the hallmark Škoda SUV “four eyes” headlights graphic has been completely reinterpreted. The Elroq is also the first model to feature the Škoda lettering on both the bonnet and steering wheel. The Elroq features an exceptionally aerodynamic body, boasting a drag coefficient of just 0.26. This is achieved through a range of innovative design elements, enabling a top speed of 180 km/h.

Wide choice of powertrains, long range and short charging times

The Škoda Elroq is available with three different battery sizes and powertrains. Outputs start at 125 kW for the entry-level Elroq 50 model. The Elroq 85x features an additional motor on the front axle for all-wheel drive. The Elroq 85 can achieve a maximum range of more than 560 kilometers on the WLTP cycle. Charging rates of up to 175 kW at DC fast-charging stations enable the 82 kWh battery of the Elroq 85x and the rear-wheel-drive Elroq 85 to recharge from 10 to 80 per cent in 28 minutes. The smaller batteries of the rear wheel-drive Elroq 50 and Elroq 60 can be charged even more quickly, in 25 minutes or less. The increased efficiency and charging speed as well as an optimized preheating feature take the customer experience to a new level.

Spacious interior with sustainable materials and new Simply Clever ideas

The Elroq provides a generous amount of interior space. This includes the largest boot in its segment with 470 liters of luggage capacity (up to 1,580 liters with the rear seats folded down). A 13″ infotainment screen with an even more intuitive user interface comes as standard. The Design Selections use numerous innovative sustainable interior materials. There are also new Simply Clever features, among them clever compartments offering 48 liters of storage capacity and a storage net for the charging cable under the parcel shelf. A wide range of intuitive connectivity features, advanced assistance systems and up to nine airbags ensure superior driving comfort and the highest level of active and passive safety.

Orders open on 2 October for the First Edition and other models starting at around 33,000 euros

Škoda Auto will open the configurator and accept pre-orders for the new Elroq in key European markets on 2 October, with further markets to follow soon. In addition to the Elroq 50 and Elroq 85 variants, a limited and specially branded First Edition featuring a signature Light Band visually connecting the headlights, as well as a black-painted roof and A-pillars, will be available at launch. Prices for the all-new Škoda Elroq will start at around 33,000 euros across Europe.

Exterior: Škoda Elroq becomes first production model to adopt new Modern Solid Design language

The new Škoda Elroq features compact outside dimensions, a distinctive shape and clean lines. Together with the glossy black Tech Deck Face, the consistent switch to Unique Dark Chrome and the new exclusive Timiano Green colour, the all-new Elroq is the first Škoda production model to adopt the new design language of the Modern Solid era. In addition, new lighting options and excellent aerodynamics with drag coefficients from 0.26 characterize the latest addition to the Czech car manufacturer’s battery-electric portfolio.

Tech-Deck Face shows the future shape of the Škoda grille

The all-new Škoda Elroq represents a milestone in the Czech brand’s history. The compact electric SUV is the first Škoda production vehicle to adopt the new Modern Solid design language. Familiar Škoda lines are retained but viewed from a completely new perspective. The new trademark is the Tech-Deck Face, which replaces the familiar Škoda radiator grille at the front. Behind this glossy black element the engineers have concealed sensors such as the radar and the front camera. A little higher up, the Elroq features the new Škoda lettering on the strongly contoured bonnet, making it the brand’s first production model to do away with the logo previously placed there. The lettering as well as the brand and model designations at the rear are painted in Unique Dark Chrome. This also applies to an insert in the rugged front apron and the Škoda logos on the alloy wheels.

New LED light variants, new four-eyed face and minimalist 2D look

In the Modern Solid era, the headlights feature slim lines and a minimalist, purposeful design. They reinterpret the typical four-eyed Škoda SUV face and use LED technology exclusively. While the narrow upper segments of the headlights serve as daytime running lights, position lights and indicators, the larger lower modules provide the important low-beam and high‑beam functions. Among the new standout features is a Light Band that visually connects the headlights. This Light Band is initially exclusive to the First Edition model.

Matrix headlight technology and adaptive lighting modes

The headlights of the Elroq are available in two versions: the standard version has a continuous daytime running light and indicator module at the top and a shared unit with LED modules for the low beam and high beam at the bottom. In the top-tier LED Matrix beam headlights, four individual rectangular LED modules form the daytime running light strip in the upper light unit. Two striking LED blocks are used in the lower module. They feature matrix technology with 36 individual light segments, selectively shielding oncoming road users when the high beam is switched on. In addition, the LED Matrix beam headlights offer five adaptive light modes: City mode, Country mode, Highway mode, All-weather light mode and Tourist mode for countries driving on the other side of the road. The rear lights also conform to the Modern Solid design language, with fine lines and a minimalist 2D look. Even the standard variant uses 100 per cent LED technology. The top-of-the-range version also offers dynamic indicators, backlit crystalline elements, an animation when the tailgate is opened and a choice of two Coming/Leaving Home animations that integrate the headlights.

Gently sloping roofline and many design tweaks for excellent aerodynamics

The distinctive, clean side profile of the Škoda Elroq features a dynamic arc beginning at the aero-optimised A-pillar, extending to a gently sloping roofline that merges seamlessly into a roof spoiler with finlets above the tailgate. The excellent aerodynamics with a drag coefficient of just 0.26 are the result of many clever design tweaks, among them specially moulded exterior mirrors. An active cooling roller blind behind the front apron opens automatically when cooling air is required for the battery system. When cooling requirements are low, it closes and reduces air resistance in the same way as the Air Curtains at the front. They optimise air flow around the front bumper and the wheels and reduce turbulence behind the wheels. The wheel gap reducers minimise the gap between the front bumper and the front wheels. This also helps reduce turbulence at the front bumper, keeping the air flow close to the bodywork. The 19 to 21-inch alloy wheels are aerodynamically optimised as well, while the striking wheel arches are emphasized by a black trim.

Timiano Green: exclusive colour for the Elroq series

The Škoda Elroq is 4,488 millimeters long, 1,884 millimeters wide and 1,625 millimeters tall. Its wheelbase measures a generous 2,765 millimeters, and the kerb weight is 1,949 kilograms. Nine paint finishes are available. One of the three solid colors is Timiano Green, making its Škoda debut. This color will be exclusive to the Škoda Elroq.

Interior: Defined by spaciousness, simplicity, intuitiveness and clean lines

The Elroq combines compact exterior dimensions with a generous amount of interior space for passengers, including the biggest boot in its class and clever storage options. The interior is characterised by a clean design, intuitive infotainment features and advanced sustainable materials. Up to three digital displays, a new user interface and a physical button bar make for supreme ease of use. The Design Selections focus on sustainability and innovative, durable and practical materials.

Simplicity and spaciousness inside the new Elroq

The interior of the all-new Škoda Elroq is characterised by simplicity, clean lines, new sustainable Design Selections and spaciousness. Headroom is 1,056 millimetres at the front and 990 millimetres at the rear. With a capacity of 470 litres, the boot is the largest in this vehicle class and can be expanded to a maximum of 1,580 litres by folding down the rear seats. In line with the new Modern Solid design language, the steering wheel features Škoda lettering instead of the brand logo.

13-inch infotainment display as standard and head-up display with Augmented Reality

The Škoda Elroq always comes with a central, 13-inch infotainment display as standard. The new user interface, first introduced in the current Enyaq and the new generations of the Superb and Kodiaq, features a clear, intuitive interface and graphic design. Drivers can define up to five shortcuts leading to frequently accessed vehicle functions and three shortcuts for apps. It also offers a clearer menu structure, an improved navigation system and an even more user-friendly air conditioning system. There is also a physical button bar below the infotainment display providing quick access to menus controlling the assistance systems, driving modes, parking functions and climate controls.

The Digital Cockpit provides a clear and intuitive overview of all key driving data. A head-up display with Augmented Reality functions and further optimised graphics is available as an option. It shows the speed, recognised traffic signs, cruise control and assistance system information as well as navigation instructions. In addition, Augmented Reality projects further information into the driver’s field of vision. This can include dynamic navigation arrows, destination markers, welcome and goodbye logos and dynamic driving aids.

Design Selections with numerous durable and sustainable materials

With the Design Selections available for the Elroq, Škoda is placing even more emphasis on innovative, sustainable, durable and practical materials. The entry-level Studio Design Selection features a purist, simple interior and black fabric seat covers. In the Loft Design Selection, contrasting stitching in Moss Green adds fresh accents to the interior, which is dominated by anthracite grey. The seat covers are made of artificial leather and dark bluish grey RecyTitan fabric. It is used for the door panels, seats, instrument panel, centre armrest and knee area. The material contains 78% recycled PET, for example from drinks bottles. For the first time in a Škoda model, fibres from mechanically recycled post-consumer clothing (6%) are blended in a high-tech process combining circularity with safe chemical treatment. The careful attention to detail during the spinning and weaving of yarns ensures comfort, durability, and sustainability.

The Lodge Design Selection features a material called TechnoFil, which is composed of 75% recycled ECONYL fibres and 25% polyester. The innovative ECONYL yarns re-use nylon waste, such as fishing nets, fabric scraps and carpets destined for landfill, transforming them into new nylon yarn. Known for its excellent friction and abrasion resistance, ECONYL nylon is also 100% regenerable, allowing yarns to be recycled repeatedly without ever losing quality. The Lodge Design Selection combines black TechnoFil fabrics with light grey artificial leather. It features a black headliner and numerous orange-coloured accents, for example on the seat belts and in the contrasting stitching on the seats and upholstery. This combination is inspired by the Škoda Vision 7S concept car, focusing on the classic elegance of black leather and artificial leather with cognac-coloured contrasting stitching.

Plenty of space for passengers and luggage as well as clever details

compartments on either side of the boot. They are among a number of brand new Simply Clever features, as is the storage net for a charging cable under the boot lid and the luggage compartment cover, which can also be installed halfway up. This makes the cargo space particularly versatile. The QR code in the boot links to a quick overview of the equipment and functions available in the vehicle. Interactive video instructions explain the use of the parcel shelf or the newly designed netting system. Among the numerous popular Simply Clever details, there is also a Jumbo box complete with a clever storage tray and tablet holder, a storage box for rear passengers, folding hooks on both sides of the luggage compartment, a cargo element under the boot floor, a partition net screen, a sustainable ice scraper with tyre tread depth gauge in the fifth-door panelling, a sustainable umbrella in the dedicated storage compartment in the driver’s door and a warning triangle stored in the tailgate.

Batteries and powertrains: Long range and reduced charging times for an even better customer experience

With three different battery sizes from 55 to 82 kWh and outputs ranging from 125 kW to 210 kW, the all-new Škoda Elroq is all about choice. The versions with the largest lithium-ion battery offer a range of more than 560 kilometres on the WLTP cycle and reach a top speed of 180 km/h. Optimised preheating ensures that at DC fast-charging stations, they can be recharged from 10 to 80 per cent in 24 minutes.

Four versions, three battery sizes

The Škoda Elroq is based on the Volkswagen Group’s Modular Electrification Toolkit (MEB) and enters the compact SUV segment with efficient powertrain variants, the Elroq 50, 60, 85 and 85x. Their high-voltage lithium-ion batteries come in three sizes. The Elroq 50 with rear‑wheel drive and a gross battery capacity of 55 kWh (52 kWh net) is the entry-level model, offering a range of more than 370 km. Located on the rear axle, its electric motor develops a peak output of 125 kW and a maximum torque of 310 Nm. The Elroq 60 also features rear-wheel drive. It has a battery capacity of 63 kWh (59 kWh net) and offers a range of more than 400 km. Its motor develops 150 kW and 310 Nm of torque. Both variants have a top speed of 160 km/h.

Škoda Elroq 85 with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive

The two most powerful Elroq variants feature the largest battery, with a capacity of 82 kWh (77 kWh net). In the Elroq 85, it is combined with a 210 kW rear motor that delivers a maximum torque of 545 Nm to the rear wheels. The Elroq 85x has an additional electric motor on the front axle, enabling all-wheel drive as standard. Both versions achieve a top speed of 180 km/h. The Elroq 85 features one of the longest maximum ranges in the segment with more than 560 kilometres on the WLTP cycle. That makes them ideal companions for longer journeys.

Short charging times

High charging capacities and optimised preheating ensure short charging times for all variants of the all-new Škoda Elroq. With charging rates of up to 175 kW, the 82 kWh battery of the two 85-series variants can be replenished from 10 to 80 per cent in 28 minutes at DC fast-charging stations. For the Elroq 50 and Elroq 60, which support charging rates of up to 145 kW and up to 165 kW respectively, the same process takes 25 minutes or less. All Elroq models support charging rates of up to 11 kW at AC charging stations.

High-voltage batteries with modular design

The Li-ion batteries of the all-new Škoda Elroq have a modular design. The battery of the Elroq 50 consists of eight modules, that of the Elroq 60 of nine modules. The 82 kWh capacity of the Elroq 85 and Elroq 85x battery is spread across twelve modules. The batteries are positioned in the vehicle floor under the front and rear seats as well as under the tunnel console to ensure a low centre of gravity. The design of the Elroq’s battery, including its liquid cooling and heating system, is identical to that of the Enyaq family. The battery’s optimised preheating function increases efficiency at DC fast-charging stations. It is either activated automatically when using the navigation system’s route guidance or can be started manually in the infotainment system’s charging menu. The current temperature of the battery and the current state of charge are constantly monitored by the battery thermal management system, which activates the temperature control if necessary.

New Elroq powertrain variants

Connectivity: Extended functionality for the MyŠkoda app and integration of ChatGPT

A digital voice assistant with AI support, comprehensive vehicle control via the MyŠkoda app and Škoda Charger wallboxes for convenient home charging: the all-new Škoda Elroq provides state-of-the-art connectivity. The MyŠkoda app offers numerous options and special services for electric vehicles and can also control the Škoda Charger wallboxes.

Newly designed MyŠkoda app offering a wealth of functions

The redesigned MyŠkoda app combines numerous options and services in a single application, making it the perfect control centre for Elroq owners. With its intuitive, clean and straightforward design, the app now also offers access to the PowerPass in addition to controlling numerous vehicle functions, from locking and unlocking the doors to Remote Parking. Drivers can manage charging processes at public charging points and use the Plug & Charge option. Charging processes at a domestic Škoda Charger wallbox can also be controlled and programmed via the MyŠkoda app. Specific services for electric vehicles include remote activation of the vehicle’s air conditioning and the integration of charging stops into route planning. Laura is the perfect intermediary in the vehicle itself – a digital voice assistant that offers an extended range of functions courtesy of the integration of ChatGPT. The ChatGPT software, which is based on artificial intelligence (AI), enables Laura to answer general knowledge questions in addition to controlling vehicle infotainment, navigation and climate control systems. The range of answers, even to complex questions, is constantly increasing. As ChatGPT has no access to vehicle information or personal data and all interactions are subsequently deleted, maximum data protection is guaranteed at all times.

Škoda Charger wallboxes: connected and efficient

The Škoda Charger wallbox is an essential component of the Škoda ecosystem for convenient, efficient and fast home charging. The Škoda Charger Connect, delivering up to 11 kW, offers an environmentally friendly home charging solution with its new solar‑optimised charging mode. This model also supports dynamic-tariff and spot‑price charging, optimising costs. The Connect version includes LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to control the charging process remotely via the MyŠkoda app. The top-tier Pro version features an LTE connection with a pre-paid eSIM.

Safety: Advanced assistance systems benefiting from swarm data and new Intelligent Park Assist

The all-new Škoda Elroq offers occupants a high level of passive and active safety. It comes with up to nine airbags and state-of-the-art assistance systems. The comprehensive Travel Assist function now makes extended use of swarm data for even more advanced driver support. With Intelligent Park Assist, owners can even control parking manoeuvres from outside the vehicle.

Advanced assistance systems and up to nine airbags

With a wide range of state-of-the art passive and active safety systems, the all-new Škoda Elroq offers a high degree of occupant protection at all times. Improved sensors and, above all, the more extensive use of swarm data collected by Volkswagen Group vehicles make for even more advanced driver assistance. The latest version of Travel Assist, for example, combines Adaptive Lane Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency Assist and Side Assist. Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control (pACC) optimises energy consumption by automatically adapting the speed to the route, using data from the vehicle’s sensors. Bends, junctions and roundabouts are announced in good time. Intelligent Speed Assist automatically follows speed limits based on Traffic Sign Recognition and when entering built-up areas. Collision protection is provided by the standard Front Assist, which includes Predictive Pedestrian Protection, Predictive Cyclist Protection, Collision Avoidance Assist and Turn Assist. In the event of an impending accident, Crew Protect Assist quickly initiates protective measures such as closing the side windows and tightening seatbelts. Up to nine airbags protect the occupants in an emergency: airbags for the driver and front passenger, head airbags, front side airbags and a central airbag between the front seats are fitted as standard; rear side airbags are available as an option.

Convenient control of parking manoeuvres via smartphone

The optional Intelligent Park Assist includes the new Trained Parking, Remote Park Assist and Remote Trained Parking functions. With Remote Park Assist, the driver can control parking manoeuvres from up to four metres away using the MyŠkoda app on the smartphone. With Trained Parking, the Elroq can be taught to remember approaches of up to 50 metres to five different parking spaces, which it then executes automatically on request. As soon as a saved parking position has been recognised and displayed by the vehicle, drivers can initiate the parking process on the vehicle’s infotainment display or from outside the vehicle using the Remote Trained Parking function in the MyŠkoda mobile app.

Source: Skoda