Four years ago, Skoda pulled the wraps off the all-electric Enyaq. Built on the VW Group’s MEB platform, the same architecture underpinning the VW ID.4, ID.6, and Audi Q4 e-tron, it’s gone on to become a genuinely important model for the brand.
It’s been a steady favorite in Europe, finishing 2025 as the region’s seventh best-selling EV with 79,600 deliveries. Part of the appeal is that it offers something a little different, aimed at buyers who want a bit of style in a package that still looks like a normal SUV, rather than broadcasting its electric credentials the way VW’s ID range tends to.
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The electric SUV class has heated up a lot since the Enyaq’s debut, so it was given a facelift early last year, and we recently had our first chance to put it through its paces. It proved itself to be a tempting proposition, but it is outshone by the smaller and cheaper Elroq.
QUICK FACTS
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Whereas the original Enyaq stood out from the rest of the Skoda range, the same cannot be said about the new model. In fact, when I picked up the keys to my tester, just after returning an Elroq, I wondered if I’d messed up my bookings and scheduled a second Elroq. Viewed from the front, the two look nearly identical.
Skoda has updated the Enyaq with its ‘Modern Solid’ face that includes shapely new split headlights, eye-catching DRLs, and blacked-out grilles. It’s also quite easy to confuse the two from the rear, with seemingly identical taillights and a very similar black-and-silver bumper. The key point of difference is that the Enyaq is longer and has much more volume in the rear doors and the rear.
Like the original, the Enyaq is offered with several different battery packs depending on the market. In Australia, we tested it in base-60 Select guise, which uses a 59 kWh battery and starts from AU$54,990 ($39,600), including all on-road fees, making it AU$5,000 ($3,600) more expensive than the Elroq. Two versions with 84 kWh packs are also offered, known as the 85 Sportline and RS, priced from AU$63,990 ($46,000) and AU$79,990 ($57,500), respectively.
Spacious And Comfortable
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Inside, the updated Enyaq is mostly the same as the pre-facelift model, which is no bad thing. The basic cabin design still feels fresh and modern, and very spacious too.
Like the smaller Elroq, all Enyaq models now come with a new two-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, rather than the more traditional three-spoke wheel it had previously. Beyond that, it’s mostly the same.
Positioned at the center of the dashboard is a 13-inch infotainment display. The software used, very similar to what you’ll find in other VW Group products, remains friendly to interact with, despite not being as advanced as some of the competition, particularly Chinese models. The positive of this is that a very small learning curve is required to get accustomed to using it.
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Most functions are housed within the screen, including the climate control and all the important vehicle settings. Joining this screen is a small digital instrument cluster. Both wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto worked flawlessly during our time with the Enyaq 60 Select.
The base model we tested used the same dark grey fabric as the cheapest available Elroq model. Indeed, the cabin is largely identical to the Elroq. Although this isn’t much of a surprise, given how closely related the two are, it would be nice if Skoda made the effort to differentiate them a little more. Even the cabins of the Kia EV3 and EV5, while they share several parts, are more different from each other than the two Skodas.
Behind the wheel, the Enyaq doesn’t feel any larger than the Elroq, which is a good thing. There is ample space, configurable ambient lighting, and an eight-speed sound system.
At the rear, the longer, higher roofline compared to the Elroq helps boost space. It’s certainly not the most premium rear-seat experience of electric SUVs at this price point, but it’s decent enough. There’s a removable black plastic cubby sitting on the floor where a normal transmission tunnel would be, adding some practicality for storing small devices like phones and cables. Other than that, there’s nothing remarkable about it.
The Europeans Still Have It
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In the five and a half years since the Skoda Enyaq first hit the market, the electric vehicle space has developed, and it’s developed quickly. Does the Skoda drive like an old EV, or does it still manage to feel fresh and modern?
The 59 kWh battery pack powers a rear-mounted electric motor producing 150 kW (201 hp) and 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) of torque. This is just about the right amount of power for an SUV in this class, providing just enough snap for quick overtakes and highway cruising without coming at the expense of rapid battery drain.
Skoda says the Enyaq 60 Select will average 16.6 kWh/100 km over the combined cycle, giving it a claimed WLTP driving range of 410 km (255 miles). Much to my surprise, I averaged 14.6 kWh/100 km over my week with it, which was better than the 16 kWh/100 km I managed in the smaller Elroq, which has the same battery pack and electric motor. I spent most of my time driving in B mode, which maximizes regenerative braking, improving efficiency.
Like other MEB-based models from the VW Group, the single-motor Enyaq is rear-wheel drive, whereas some of the competition is front-wheel drive. Most owners will probably never notice the difference between FWD and RWD, but rather be more fixated on preventing their children from fighting in the back seats.
On the road, rear-wheel drive eliminates the tendency for the Enyaq to spin up its front wheels off the line or while accelerating out of corners, as models like the Kia EV5 do. All-round traction is excellent, and the Enyaq doesn’t feel out of sorts when hustled across a mountain pass.
Does it feel much different to drive than the Elroq? No, it really doesn’t, nor should it, particularly since it has just 1 mm longer wheelbase and weighs just 14 kg (31 lbs) more. However, spending a fortnight in the pair did make me wonder as to whether Skoda would be better off just combining these two models, as they are so similar.
Updates Are Coming
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As with the Elroq, the Enyaq is not a tech powerhouse like some in the competition. This could be a turn-off for younger buyers who want their EV to be an extension of their everyday life, offering excellent digital connectivity. Things are about to get a little more enticing, however.
In the coming months, the Enyaq, as well as its smaller sibling, will receive a new Android Automotive infotainment system. Joining this system will be a long-awaited Skoda smartphone app, allowing owners to directly link to their cars, set navigation destinations, and, importantly, use their phone as a digital key. Skoda has also said that the Elroq 60 and Enyaq 60 models will adopt a new lithium-ion battery pack.
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As we found in the Elroq, the Enyaq 60 doesn’t include a one-pedal driving mode, which seems like an obvious miss for a vehicle like this. Come later this year, one-pedal driving will be added to the electric SUV. Like Hyundai and Kia, Skoda will also add paddle shifters behind the steering wheel to control the level of recuperation. The practicality of the Enyaq will also soon be boosted by the addition of a 21-liter frunk. As it stands, there is no storage under the hood. It’s a shame it’s taken Skoda the better part of six years to add one.
In terms of the ride, the Enyaq 60 Select is nice, given its 1,948 kg (4,294 lbs) weight. It certainly doesn’t set new standards for plushness, but you can’t really expect an SUV at this price point to do so.
Verdict
Minor updates made to the facelifted Skoda Enyaq have helped to keep it feeling fresh. In general, it’s a little more basic than we’d like, and the price increases dramatically when shoppers opt for either the 85 Sportline or RS models. In Australia, there would probably be room for a second, more well-equipped variant with the 59 kWh battery pack.
As sales in Europe show, the Enyaq has resonated well with buyers, and we can’t see why the current version will be any different, as it’s more than up to most driving duties, even though it’s not particularly cutting-edge. However, those weighing up the idea of buying one would be wise to exercise a little patience and wait for the 2027 model, as the updates being readied for it will significantly boost its appeal. It’s just a shame these tweaks weren’t made when the facelifted model was launched.
