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Skoda has unveiled a contemporary all-electric SUV, the Elroq, that may change the Karoq abroad within the close to future. This new SUV shall be Skoda’s second born EV that shall be adopted by 4 extra EVs globally by 2026.
- Skoda Elroq will sit beneath the Enyaq
- Will rival Jeep Avenger abroad
- Four extra Skoda born EVs to comply with Elroq
Skoda Elroq: first SUV to get Modern Solid design language
Skoda’s all-new and rugged design language, Modern Solid shall be seen on the Elroq which would be the first SUV to get this styling theme which features a extra rugged entrance finish (named Tech Deck), massive skidplates entrance and rear, in addition to swollen, squared-off arches and a raised 4×4-esque profile.
Skoda Elroq: shall be Skoda’s entry degree EV SUV abroad
The Elroq will give Skoda a footing within the massively aggressive – and rising – electrical compact SUV phase, competing with rivals together with the Jeep Avenger, Mini Aceman and Ford Explorer EV that was proven lately.
Skoda Elroq: anticipated powertrain
It will possible be provided with a 77kWh battery for a spread of round 480km in its best guise – much like its Skoda Enyaq iV sibling, with which it is going to share nearly all of its components. Skoda may also launch a brand new 86kWh battery in its EVs subsequent yr, starting with the Enyaq, which might additionally make its approach into the Elroq to present a spread of greater than 595km.
Like the Enyaq, the MEB-based SUV is anticipated to be provided with a number of energy outputs, with essentially the most highly effective – doubtlessly gaining the vRS nameplate – doubtlessly bringing a dual-motor set-up with round 300hp. Though, notably, the Karoq it replaces has solely ever been two-wheel drive.
Following the Elroq in Skoda’s new-look EV providing, there shall be a £22,000 entry-level compact city crossover in 2025, and in 2026 an Octavia-sized electrical property and a manufacturing model of the Vision 7S MPV idea. Facelifts of the Enyaq iV SUV and coupe have additionally been confirmed for 2024.
Also see:
Skoda Karoq assessment, take a look at drive
‘India key to Skoda’s internationalisation plans’: CEO Klaus Zellmer