Video Summary
The Škoda Elroc is a pure electric compact crossover, a smaller version of the Enyaq, with the same MEB platform. The Elroc gets rear-wheel drive, three battery types (52, 59, and 77 kWh lithium-ion NMC packs), and prices range from £32,000 to £42,000. The WLTP range of the battery is between 232, 260, and 360 miles. Entry-level SE trim is basic, but it’s worth going for SEL, which adds variable region, heated seats, and dual-zone climate control.The addition trim adds adaptive cruise, keyless entry, and wireless phone charging, while the sport line gets snazzier styling and adaptive LED lights. The car reviewed here is the Skoda Elroc 60 with a 59kWh battery and in medium SEL trim.
The Elroc is the first of the new models with Skoda’s modern solid design, and it offers a blanked-off panel on the front and the Škoda name written across the front. Generally, the car looks smart, but it's a bit forgettable. It is 4.4 meters long, rivaling the Ford Explorer, Kia EV3, and Volvo EX30.
The Škoda is practical. The test car has a reversible boot floor. There’s no frunk, but the back is spacious, with tons of leg room. There are map pockets and a removable plastic cubby for a cup holder.
Every Elroc gets a 13-inch touchscreen complete with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, as well as over-the-air updates. The basic SE model doesn't have sat-nav, but other models get it with charge search function and intelligent route planning.
Up front, the reviewer liked the interior of the Elroc, despite its mid-spec nature and manual seat adjustment. There’s manual lumbar adjustment, and the material finishes are nice, with stitched leatherette all around and not too much gloss plastic. She likes the two-spoke steering wheel. The only issue is the cup holders, which can’t accommodate any travel cups.
The Elroc charges at between 145 and 175 kW, depending on the battery. Every model charges from 10 to 80% in under 30 minutes. A home charge will take between 8 and 13 hours. There’s no vehicle-to-device charging. The Elroc 60 has a real-world range of 220 miles.
The car is driven by 201 brake horsepower and goes from 0 to 62 mph in eight seconds. It feels punchier than that, picking up speed well even on the motorway. The reviewer thought that the suspension was a bit noisy. Its comfort and easy handling make it one of the best cars in its class to drive, despite strong competition.
