Video Summary
- It's a family-sized electric SUV with an affordable price.- Its length is around 4.5 meters, making it rival to the Nissan Qashqai, Ford's new Explorer, or the Kia EV3.
- It's the all-electric successor to Skoda's best-selling Karoq.
- Its price matches the Karoq's, starting at around £31,500, which is cheaper than the key rivals.
- The entry-level Elroq 50 has a net battery capacity of 52 kWh. The Elroq 60 has 59 kWh, while the Elroq 85 uses a 77 kWh battery pack.
- The 85 has an electric range of 360 miles, the 60 has 258 miles, and the entry-level 50 has 260 miles.
- The 85 has 285 horsepower going through the back wheels; it's a single-motor only.
- The power isn't from the front motor, so steering feels sporty. However, it is not a sports car but has a relaxed feel.
- On the 20-inch wheels, the ride is slightly rumbly.
- It has different drive modes that seem to affect the steering and the throttle response.
- In comfort mode, steering feels softer and more relaxed.
- B mode provides braking functionality, and paddles allow adjustment of regen modes.
- Good visibility is a refreshing quality of this car. The mirrors are huge.
- Traction control can be noticeable.
- It's often a four-wheel-drive car and offers a nice balance between driving excitement and refinement.
- The 85 gets faster charging at up to 175 kW, while the 50 and 60 get 145 and up to 165 kW, respectively.
- The optional adaptive chassis control adjust the suspension.
- Its interior has a good quality feel.
- In terms of size, the Elroq has 470 liters of space with the seats up and 1,580 liters when they're down.
