Whenever Skoda launches a new model, I always find myself looking for the brand’s signature “Simply Clever” features—those small, thoughtful innovations that genuinely enhance ownership.
These are far from just marketing gimmicks; many of them are actually very practical. The new Elroq is packed with such features, but one in particular stands out: a tire wear gauge that doubles as an ice scraper.
Now, some Europeans might point out that this is not entirely new, as Skoda has included this tool for a few years now. In fact, I have it in my 2017 Octavia.
However, in the Elroq, Skoda has relocated it from the fuel door to the tailgate. The two-in-one tool, made from sustainable materials, now resides in a dedicated compartment on the left side of the hatch.
The list of Simply Clever touches doesn’t end there. The Elroq includes a variety of handy features, from a Rolls-Royce-style umbrella stored in the driver’s door to a warning triangle in the tailgate.
There’s also a net beneath the parcel shelf for storing the charging cable and foldable hooks on the sides of the cargo area.
Even though the Elroq is built on an all-electric platform, it retains a central tunnel, which houses a cargo box equipped with cup holders for rear passengers. The luggage area also includes two upper storage trays above the standard side pockets.
One of the more welcome surprises is that Skoda has retained physical buttons. There’s a row of traditional buttons below the air vents, and “old-school” controls for the lights, steering wheel, and driver’s door—avoiding the common frustration of touch-sensitive alternatives.
In the cargo area, a QR code provides a link to detailed information about the vehicle’s equipment and features.
Despite its large 13-inch infotainment display, Skoda hasn’t done away with the digital instrument cluster, which is complemented by an optional head-up display.
The Elroq introduces Skoda’s new design language, called Modern Solid, while maintaining the attributes that have made the brand so popular in Europe, such as offering the largest trunk in its class. With the rear seats up, the Elroq provides 16.6 cubic feet (470 liters) of cargo space.
Fold the seats down, and that expands to 55.8 cubic feet (1,580 liters), with an additional 1.7 cubic feet (48 liters) spread across various compartments inside the cabin.
The Elroq is a compact electric crossover positioned below the Kodiaq, Skoda’s counterpart to the VW ID.4. Interestingly, Volkswagen doesn’t have its own version of the Elroq yet, though the ID.3 hatchback fills a similar role.
The Elroq’s design includes split headlights, while its larger sibling, the Enyaq, features a one-piece light design. The rear styling also borrows heavily from the Enyaq.
The Elroq is available in both rear- and all-wheel-drive versions, with single- and dual-motor setups. The base Elroq 50 comes with 168 horsepower and 229 pound-feet (310 Newton-meters) of torque.
The mid-range Elroq 60 offers 201 hp with the same 229 lb-ft. For more power, the Elroq 85 delivers 282 hp and 402 lb-ft (545 Nm) to the rear axle.
At the top of the lineup is the Elroq 85x, which adds a front electric motor for all-wheel drive. While Skoda hasn’t released the exact power figures for this version yet, it’s expected to go on sale in late 2025. The Elroq offers three battery options: 52 kWh, 59 kWh, and 77 kWh, depending on the model.
The largest battery is reserved for the Elroq 85 and 85x, supporting fast charging at up to 175 kW, which allows for a charge from 10% to 80% in just 28 minutes at a DC fast charging station.
The Elroq 60 charges at 165 kW, while the base Elroq 50 manages 145 kW, with both models requiring 25 minutes for the same 10% to 80% charge. AC charging is also supported, with a maximum of 11 kW.
For those focused on range, the rear-wheel-drive Elroq 85 is the standout, offering over 348 miles (560 kilometers) of range on the WLTP cycle, which tends to be more optimistic than EPA estimates.
Top speed varies by model, with the Elroq 85 capable of reaching 112 mph (180 km/h), while the lower-end models max out at 100 mph (160 km/h).
Measuring 176.7 inches (448 centimeters) in length, 74.1 inches (188.4 centimeters) in width, and 65.1 inches (165.4 centimeters) in height, the Elroq is noticeably smaller than the ID.4 and even the Enyaq.
Skoda claims the car weighs 4,297 pounds (1,949 kilograms), likely referring to the base rear-wheel-drive version. This new model is also available in an exclusive Timiano Green paint, with wheel sizes ranging from 19 to 21 inches.
The starting price for the base Elroq is €33,900 (around $37,600), roughly equivalent to the cost of the similarly-sized, combustion-powered Karoq.
Orders open tomorrow across 12 European markets, alongside the launch of the online configurator. A limited-run First Edition model will include a front light bar and black accents on the A-pillars and roof.
While Skoda won’t be making its way to the U.S. anytime soon, American buyers can look forward to Cupra, SEAT’s spin-off brand, which is expected to bring electric crossovers to North America by the end of the decade.