Added: 02 January 2025
So you have heard about the new Skoda Elroq and are looking for an in-depth car review on this family SUV and are wondering about what its electric models give you?Then you are in the right place, as we will help you understand everything this new EV SUV has to offer you, from what features it comes with to its warranty and insurance groups - along with a lot more in between as well.
So, whether you are driving through city streets or heading off on a country adventure, this car comes packed with clever features, cutting-edge tech, and plenty of room for the whole family.
So, in this review, we will dive into its design, performance, range, and all those handy little touches that this Czech brand does so well when it comes to its family cars especially.
So, let's find out if the Elroq is the perfect SUV for you and if it really does live up to the hype it is getting.
When you first see the new Elroq, one of the first things you will notice is it's the first model to take on the new Tech-deck Face, thanks to the Skoda design language - "Modern Solid". Here, you can say goodbye to bulky safety sensor blocks, which can ruin a lot of modern cars' exterior designs.
Instead, the Tech-Deck Face, which consists of a gloss-black panel, does a great job at integrating the driver assistance sensors, keeping them hidden while allowing the new Elroq to maintain its stylish appearance.
For instance, the front of the Skoda Elroq gives you a very bold and modern-looking electric car, with a large closed-off grille - as it doesn’t need one for cooling like petrol cars do, for example.
This is then complimented by its stylish LED Daytime headlights that stretch sharply towards the sides, giving it a confident look in the process.
A wide bumper with clean lines then adds even more to its sporty style, which also makes it stand out on the road at the same time.
Then, from the side, the Elroq looks both stylish and sturdy. This is in part thanks to its smooth body panels that flow neatly from front to back, giving it a streamlined shape as they do so.
Its slightly raised stance, also in our view, shows that it is ready for any adventure, while its subtle creases on the doors and a high shoulder line give the car a strong and premium appearance as well here.
From the rear of the Elroq, this is as stylish as the front. This is due in part to its featuring some very nice slim and animated LED rear lights that stretch across the width, creating a modern look, all while its sculpted boot lid adds a touch of character, while a lack of visible exhaust pipes hints at its electric nature as well.
This is then finished off well with a neat bumper design that rounds off the rear’s clean overall style as well here.
Looking at the car's roofline is gently sloped and combines the SUV's practicality with a coupe-like charm here.
This design also not only looks great but also helps with your aerodynamics as well, which in turn helps to improve your overall fuel efficiency in the process.
The practical features also do not stop there, thanks to its integrated roof rails that show it’s ready for both city life and when you want to do those weekend getaways and need to fit a roof box to this car.
Looking at the wheel sizes available, the Elroq comes with some very nice and stylish alloy wheels with some nice wheel-gap reducers, that really complement its modern design perfectly, in either 19 to 21 inches.
For instance, these are available in various sizes, typically from 18 to 20 inches, depending on the trim level you go for, and these wheels not only improve the car’s look but are also designed for efficiency, reducing your drag and improving range in turn.
In regards to your wheel specs, here you have, for example:
Moving on to your paint colour options, the new Skoda Elroq gives you a variety of paint colours to choose from here to suit every taste.
For instance, you have classic shades like white, silver, and black, which are now joined by bolder options like metallic blue, Timiano Green, or striking red.
Consequently, for your paint options, here you have:
The car's split headlight design then gives the front of the car a bold and striking look that really does a great job of grabbing attention.
Here, for instance, its Matrix LED headlights, which also include 36 separate segments to cleverly block the high beam from dazzling other road users.
Additionally, they can come with five adaptive modes, each designed for different driving conditions - City, Country, Motorway, All-weather, and Tourist (for driving in left-hand traffic countries).
Another noteworthy feature of its external design is the fact that the new Elroq also comes over as a powerful SUV on the road in our view, thanks in part to its sharp lines and bold edges - making an impression even when the car is at a standstill.
This is built further by the dynamic design of the car's rear lights, which extend deeply into its wings.
The higher-spec LED rear lights also give you more animated indicators, adding a touch of flair when you need to use them.
These advanced rear lights also include animation effects that activate when the doors are opened or closed, offering you and passersby a striking visual touch in the process here.
The new Elroq has also been carefully designed to prioritise aerodynamics - helping to give you a maximum electric driving range as a result.
Features like strategically placed air intakes, a smoothly sloping roofline, and optimised wheel designs all work together here to help reduce air resistance, which in turn helps improve your fuel efficiency and performance by doing so.
The Elroq also gives you a very confident and bold presence from every angle - and this has been designed with the intention to do so.
Its unique dark chrome lower bumpers add to its commanding road presence, while its dynamic sculpting throughout the design gives it a powerful and robust appearance here as well.
Moving to the interior space, here you get a lot of comfort features, even by default.
For instance, looking at its front seats, the Skoda Elroq really does show you that it is all about comfort and support before you even get in.
For example, they are easy to see that they have been designed to keep you comfortable in the driver's seat, even on long drives, with plenty of electronic adjustment options to suit different body types.
You’ll find heating and cooling features available on some models, adding an extra layer of extra luxury as a result, and the wide, clear view of the dashboard and road ahead also makes driving feel really effortless in the process.
You can also enjoy the luxury of electrically adjustable seats with a soothing massage function for both the driver and your front passenger as well here.
The rear seats are also just as inviting, with loads of rear legroom and space for your passengers to stretch out.
Even taller adults will find the legroom here impressive, and the slightly raised position gives everyone a good view of the surroundings during the process.
Families, especially here, will appreciate the ISOFIX points for easy car seat installation, and the clever folding options let you expand the boot space in a snap - making it super practical for everyday life as well.
Talking about placing the rear seats down, the Skoda Elroq’s boot is designed with families in mind - that is clear - as it gives you a lot of luggage space here.
This is because this is not just for show but very practical as it gives you plenty of room for your luggage, shopping, or outdoor gear, and the flat floor makes loading and unloading easier thanks to its 470-litre boot capacity, which can be increased to 1,580 litres with the rear seats down.
Here, you will also find handy hooks, a sustainable ice scraper, a tyre-tread depth gauge and compartments to keep smaller things organised as well.
To also help to keep everyone happy, the car also comes with a Tri-zone climate control that allows your rear passengers to set their own cabin temperature independently from you - the driver - and your front passenger as well - helping to keep everybody happy as a result.
Moving to the car's upholstery options, here, Elroq’s upholstery is a mix of style and durability.
For instance, depending on the trim you go for you, you can choose from cloth, faux leather, or premium leather.
All these materials also feel soft yet sturdy and are designed to stand up to daily use, while the stitching and finish give you a bit of a premium touch in the process.
The infotainment system is also a highlight of the Skoda Elroq, as it features a large, easy-to-use touchscreen with sharp graphics that is also very responsive.
It also comes with built-in navigation, smartphone integration, and voice commands as standard - letting you stay connected on the go.
The system then also supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you can use your favourite apps seamlessly if you are more used to this here.
Alongside the infotainment system, the Elroq also gives you a lot of modern tech in your dashboard thanks to its full-colour Digital Cockpit.
Here, for instance, you can forget traditional dials — as this display offers you several layouts, like Basic, Navigation, Assist Systems, and Goodbye View, all easily controlled from the steering wheel.
You can also stay focused on the road with the car's augmented reality optional head-up display as well.
This will then show you important driving data like your speed, navigation, and adaptive cruise control settings right on the road ahead in front of your view - keeping you informed without distracting you as it does so.
You can also stay prepared for rainy days thanks to the car's smart umbrella storage compartment in the driver’s door - specially designed to hold the original Škoda umbrella.
It even drains water outside the car, keeping the interior dry as well, and the official umbrella itself is made from sustainable materials, too.
Your Elroq, your comfort, thanks to its remote air conditioning feature that lets you set the car to be perfectly cooled or warmed at a specific time - so you can always start your journey in comfort when you need to.
In an emergency, the Elroq can also automatically send an SOS for help, thanks to its eCall feature.
This feature will detect if the airbags or seatbelt tensioners detect a serious accident.
You can also press the manual SOS button to contact emergency services for help with your own situation or to report another incident easily as well if needed.
Looking at storage in the rear, you can keep things organised here thanks to there being plenty of space in the rear for your little items.
So, whether it is water bottles, magazines, or your phone, there really is a spot for everything throughout the car.
You can also protect yourself and your kids from the glare of the sun with the manual built-in sunblind's for the rear windows, which can give you a lot of comfort and shade on bright days as well.
Unlike a lot of EVs here, you can keep your charging cable neatly tucked away in a dedicated storage area, so you can make full use of your boot space without any clutter and it is taking up room that you would otherwise need for your shopping as well.
The Elroq also comes with the option of a foldable tow bar, which can be electrically released using a switch in the luggage compartment - making it easy to set up when you need to get ready for it to start towing.
Another handy feature we found with this car is the ability for you to maximise your boot space with a height-adjustable parcel shelf.
This makes it perfect for creating extra storage levels — from storing your buggy or pushchair underneath and shopping bags on top for example, as the shelf can hold up to 3kg in weight here.
The Elroq also comes with a net for use in the boot to help you keep your items secure and not rolling around as you drive home.
These come as a set of nets that are designed to stop your belongings from shifting around, even on twisty roads, and help to make sure that everything stays in place, just as you packed it on your drive.
This electric SUV also comes packed full of safety features as well, to help keep you safe on the roads, such as for example:
Here the car's blind spot detection acts like an extra pair of eyes, keeping an eye on areas you can’t see to help you drive more safely as a result.
If you open a door, for example, and there’s a risk of hitting a vehicle, cyclist, pedestrian, or electric scooter, it will sound like a warning to alert you to stop before you open it any further, helping to prevent an accident from even occurring.
Park assist then helps make your parking easier by allowing the car to check if a space is big enough and then automatically steer the car into it for you as well.
This also works for both bay and parallel parking, taking the stress out of tight spots.
Then, with turn assist, the car can use its sensors at the front to spot oncoming vehicles when you are turning.
If there is then a risk of a head-on collision, it can also apply the brakes for you to help to keep you safe as well.
The car's predictive adaptive cruise control also helps you maintain a steady speed and a safe distance from the car ahead at speeds of 15mph or more.
It also uses the car's built-in GPS and traffic sign recognition to adjust your speed before turns, roundabouts, or areas with lower speed limits automatically for you as well.
Lane Assist Plus helps you stay in your lane by using a camera to track your road markings.
If you then drift too close to the edge, it will then gently adjust the steering to keep you on course and to prevent you from cutting up a driver by mistake in the lane next to you as a result.
For your engines and performance, you have 2 options to choose from here: the 55 kWh and the 80 kWh version.
As a result, these differ in a number of ways, such as for example:
The brand-new Skoda Elroq can also come in 1 of 4 main trims, such as for instance:
For trips around town, the school run, or the weekly shop, the entry-level Elroq SE model really can handle it all.
With an impressive range of 232 emission-free miles from its 52kWh battery, it really is built to go the distance.
This entry-level model also features 19" Proteus silver alloy wheels, a 13" touchscreen, a rear-view camera, and cruise control, making the Elroq SE equipped with all the essential features you need as a result.
For a breakdown of its standard equipment, here you have:
Moving up a trim level, you have the Elroq SE L, which then gives you even more flexibility, thanks to its larger 59kWh battery. This, in turn, gives you the ability to travel further on a single charge, and this trim also comes with extra standard features to keep you more comfortable on those longer journeys as well.
For instance, here, its standard equipment over the SE trim includes:
With unique styling, exceptional comfort, and more advanced safety features, the Elroq Edition trim is really designed to improve your everyday journey.
Initially equipped with Skoda's largest 85kWh battery, it can take you up to an impressive 360-mile range on a single charge, and the 60kWh battery option will also be available for the Edition trim as well.
Here you know this trim's standard equipment comes with the following over the SE models:
The Elroq SportLine also gives you a good combination of dynamic sports styling with an upgraded specification as it does so.
For instance, here you have gloss black accents that create a bold and striking look, which are also complemented by its 20" alloy wheels that really do, in our view, improve its exclusive design.
The 85kWh battery, its sports suspension, and progressive dynamic steering also take your driving experience to the next level as well here.
Standard equipment over the Edition trim, for instance, also includes:
Buying this car is also really good when it comes to your insurance costs as well. This is because this car will fit in the following insurance brackets for example:
For your size dimensions, you are looking at:
Next up is the warranty, and here you get a lot of standard options; for example, in the first two years of owning your car, you will enjoy the reassurance of a two-year unlimited mileage warranty from Skoda.
Additionally, new vehicles supplied through the appointed retail network come with a further warranty until the vehicle reaches 60,000 miles or the end of the third year - whichever comes first as well.
Your Elroq also includes a three-year paint warranty and a 12-year body protection warranty, which can only be a good thing, but exclusions and terms and conditions do apply as well here.
Please see our pricing page for this car for the most up-to-date pricing options, leasing deals, and car deals for this Electric Vehicle (EV).
When looking at where this car sits, it is easily top of the pack in our view when compared to some of its key rivals and others in this space, including for example:
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As you can see in our Skoda Elroq Review, this car really is a great addition to the world of electric SUVs, sitting beneath the larger Enyaq, as it combines practical features with comfort and modern tech in one impressive package.
Its spacious interior, smooth electric drive, and clever features all make it a standout choice for families and eco-conscious drivers alike as well. This is then complimented further in our view, with Skoda’s reputation for reliability and value really shining through here, ensuring you get a premium experience without breaking the bank. Especially with the four-wheel drive version that is on the horizon.
From its advanced infotainment system to the large boot space, the Elroq really is designed to make your everyday life easier and more enjoyable. That is clear, especially when you take it out for its first drive in our view.
This is in part due to its range of options and fast charging capabilities, which mean that you get fewer compromises and more time on the road, all while its stylish design and eco-friendly materials give you a very modern-looking new electric SUV.
So, if you are looking for a practical yet innovative SUV that combines a good claimed range with smart engineering, the Skoda Elroq is a fantastic option worth serious consideration and definitely should be at the top of your top 10 for consideration as a result.
So why not find out in person if a Skoda Elroq is your best car option, especially if you like what you have read? Then why not book a road test drive in one of our test cars at one of our local Skoda dealerships near you today - and experience this SUV first-hand by getting behind the wheel?
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