Skoda Enyaq 2025 review

Skoda is one of those brands, like Volvo, that feels like a perfect-fit for electric vehicles, with buyers seeming to look past mainstream choices like Audi or Lexus search of a more low-key and considered alternative.

And now, after what seems like too long, Skoda has brought its first electric car to Australia - the Enyaq SUV.

We tested the Enyaq at its Australian launch recently and we can tell you what it’s like to drive (on our roads) and everything else you need to know.

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That is, how roomy and practical it is, what safety tech is onboard, all its other standard features, plus of course its price and ownership costs, including servicing.

So, if you’re thinking of buying a Tesla Model Y or Kia EV6, maybe even a Subaru Soltera, make sure you take a look at the Enyaq.

Price and features – Does it represent good value for the price? What features does it come with? 8/10

The Skoda Enyaq range starts from a list price of $69,990 for the entry-grade Sportline with the sporty RS sitting at the top of the line-up at $83,990.

Coming standard on the Sportline are 21-inch alloy wheels, LED matrix headlights, a proximity key, rear privacy glass, a panoramic glass roof, a 13-inch media screen, 5.3-inch instrument cluster, eight-speaker stereo, digital radio, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, microfleece and leather seats, heated front seats, three-zone climate control and a flat-bottomed steering wheel.

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Stepping up to the RS brings a sporty body kit with specific 21-inch alloys, leather upholstery, a head-up display (with augmented reality system), Canton sound system, auto parking, power adjustable front seats, heated outboard second row seats and drive modes with adaptive chassis control.

The RS also comes standard with an LED grille which Skoda calls the 'Crystal Face'. The name is strange, but it looks good when glowing like a giant set of teeth. 

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An optional 'Ultimate Pack' for $6000 can be added to the Sportline which adds a head-up display, Canton sound system, auto parking, heated second row outboard seats, power adjustable front seats and, yes, the Crystal Face grille.

The value is excellent and while $70K is more than some Chinese brands are charging for their EVs, it’s about the same price as a Tesla Model Y.

EV Specs for Skoda Enyaq 2024

Drivetrain	Electric
Battery capacity	82kWh
Battery type	Lithium-ion
Range	530-561km (WLTP)
Plug type	CCS2
DC charge rate	175kW
AC charge rate	11kW
Motor output	210-250kW/545Nm
Efficiency	15.9-16.3kWh/100km

Complete Guide to Skoda Enyaq

Design – Is there anything interesting about its design? 8/10

The Skoda Enyaq shares a similar aerodynamic shape to the Tesla Model Y. It’s the slippery-bar-of-soap look with a sloping roofline and a high back making this a coupe-style SUV.

There is a more traditionally shaped Enyaq SUV which looks closer to a wagon, but for now Australia gets the sleeker coupe version only. 

You can tell the top-of-the range RS from the Sportline entry-grade immediately from the former's tough body kit and the LED grille.

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The dazzling yellow paint on the RS is called 'Mamba Green' and is exclusive to the grade. The Enyaq in both grades can be had in five other colours including 'Velvet Red', 'Race Blue' and 'Moon White'.

The Enyaq’s coupe shape is very similar to the Tesla Model Y’s and even the dimensions of these electric SUVs are almost the same.

Measuring 4653mm long, 1621mm tall and 1879mm wide the Enyaq is a mid-sized SUV.

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They may have a similar shape but the interior of the Enyaq couldn’t be more different from the Model Y’s cabin with its level of detail, the use of different textured materials, and plenty of physical buttons and switches for essential controls.

It’s a premium looking interior that’s super modern but also familiar, a traditional cockpit that anybody can slip into and use.

The Sportline might be the entry-point to the Enyaq range but it’s still refined looking with its micro fleece and leather upholstered seats, black trim materials, large landscape media screen and flat-bottom steering wheel. 

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The RS’s leather seats with RS embossed headrest logos are the most noticeable differences in the cabins, along with the ambient lighting. 

Practicality – How practical is its space and tech inside? 9/10

So good is the practicality and storage of Skodas generally that I’m convinced when they create a new model the designers start with enormous door pockets, a big boot and lots of rear legroom and then build a car around that. The Enyaq is no different.

Despite this not being a very large SUV and also having a coupe body style, the Enyaq has great cabin storage with a floating centre console with a large stowage area underneath, a covered bin under the centre armrest, giant door pockets and a deep well in front of the gear shifter which is also home to wireless phone charging and USB ports. 

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There are another two USB ports in the second row and the seats back there are supportive, offering good legroom even for me at 189cm tall and headroom is good despite the sloping roofline. 

The Enyaq’s 570-litre boot is also large for the class - bigger than the Hyundai Ioniq 5’s cargo capacity, larger than the Kia EV6’s and also beats the luggage room for the Toyota BZ4X and Subaru Soltera.

The only (tiny) drawback is the lack of front boot in the Enyaq. Many EVs have storage under the bonnet and it’s a nice treat that comes with electric cars sometimes.

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Under the bonnet – What are the key stats for its motor? 8/10

The Enyaq comes with one motor or two, depending on the grade. 

The Sportline is powered by a single motor driving the rear wheels and it produces plenty of oomph - 210kW/545Nm. 

The RS has two motors for all-wheel drive and a combined power output of 250kW. When it comes to torque the front unit delivers 134Nm and rear 545Nm.

Skoda doesn’t quote a combined torque output but says the dual-motor Enyaq is the most powerful production Skoda so far.

The 0-100km/h time for the Sportline is a pretty quick 6.7 seconds and for the RS it’s a noticeably faster 5.4 seconds.

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Efficiency – What is its driving range? What is its charging time? 8/10

The Enyaq Sportline and RS share the same 82kWh lithium-ion battery and Skoda says the range for the Sportline is up to 561km after a combination of open and urban driving, while the RS can manage up to 530km.

The Enyaq has a DC charging capacity of 175kW and the battery can charge from 10-80 per cent in 28 minutes using a 175kW DC fast charger. Maximum AC charge rate is 11kW.

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Driving – What's it like to drive? 8/10

Electric cars tend to have good acceleration thanks to the whopping amount of torque their motors are able to deliver in an instant. The Enyaq’s acceleration isn’t supercar-like but the Sportline and RS offer the ability to pick up the pace impressively for overtaking and moving quickly at an intersection.

Great steering that feels accurate and weighted well, excellent forward visibility thanks in part to a low dashboard and an excellent seating position and a comfortable ride make the Enyaq an easy and enjoyable car to drive.

Electric cars make perfect sense in the city because of how easy, quiet and smooth they are in heavy traffic and also for energy consumption where they’ll use less power than on a motorway.

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But if you do manage to find a lovely piece of country road you might find the Enyaq isn’t as athletic as it looks due in part to its 2.2-tonne weight, largely a factor of its heavy battery.

And so, at higher speeds on twisty roads the Enyaq’s suspension works well to keep the vehicle composed and the body under control, but there’s not the kind of lightness and agility of some high-performance petrol SUVs.

If there’s a silver lining to the weight it’s that it’s all positioned down low which aids handling balance.

So, easy and enjoyable to drive but not the most agile beast in the zoo, although better than most of its electric rivals, except for, say, the Kia EV6.

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Safety – What safety equipment is fitted? What is its safety rating? 9/10

At the time of writing the Enyaq had yet to be assessed by ANCAP but the level of safety technology on board is outstanding with AEB that can detect pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles, as well as lane keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert plus front and rear parking sensors with braking.

For child seats there are two ISOFIX points and three top tether anchor mounts across the second row.

Run-flat tyres also (hopefully) mean you won’t need to do an emergency wheel change. 

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Ownership – What warranty is offered? What are its service intervals? What are its running costs? 9/10

The Enyaq is covered by Skoda’s seven year/unlimited km warranty, servicing is recommended every 30,000km or every two years. The 82kWh battery is covered by an eight-year/160,000km warranty.

Servicing is recommended every 24 months or 30,000km. You can buy a eight-year service plan for $1650, which is outstanding.

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Verdict

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$69,990

Price is based on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for the lowest priced Skoda Enyaq 2024 variant.

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