The Elroq went from a promising compact EV in 2024 to one of Europe's best-selling electric cars, and Å koda is already improving the formula for 2026.
Updated: August 24, 2026
Key Points
- The production Elroq debuted in October 2024 as the first Å koda to fully adopt the brand's Modern Solid design language.
- Å koda delivered more than 95,000 Elroqs in 2025, making it one of Europe's best-selling electric vehicles.
- The lineup now includes the 250-kW Elroq RS, while new features are being introduced for the 2026 model year.
When we first covered the Å koda Elroq in July 2024, the compact electric SUV had not yet made its official debut. Many of its basic specifications were already known, but the bigger question was whether Å koda's first electric compact SUV could make an impact in Europe's increasingly competitive EV market.
We now have a much clearer answer. The production Elroq was unveiled in Prague on October 1, 2024, introducing Å koda's new Modern Solid design language while combining familiar family-SUV practicality with the Volkswagen Group's MEB electric platform.
From Preview to Production
The production Elroq remained surprisingly close to the vehicle Å koda previewed during 2024. Its most distinctive feature is the glossy black Tech-Deck Face, replacing the appearance of a traditional grille and combining with slim lighting elements and Å koda lettering across the hood.
Despite its relatively compact dimensions, the Elroq was designed as a practical family vehicle. Cargo capacity can reach approximately 1,580 liters with the rear seats folded, giving it useful everyday versatility without moving into a much larger SUV segment.
Å koda also positioned the Elroq aggressively on price. At launch, the company announced entry pricing of around €33,000 in selected European markets, bringing some versions surprisingly close to conventional combustion-powered compact SUVs.
Range, Power, and Charging
Rather than offering one expensive powertrain, Å koda introduced the Elroq with several battery and motor combinations. Early versions ranged from around 125 kW to 210 kW, while larger-battery versions could deliver more than 560 km of WLTP range depending on configuration.
That gives buyers more flexibility. Someone primarily using the Elroq around a city may not need the largest battery, while drivers regularly covering longer distances can choose a version with greater range and stronger performance.
Fast charging is also an important part of the package. Compatible versions can recharge from around 10 to 80 percent in less than 30 minutes under suitable conditions, helping make the Elroq more practical for longer journeys.
The Elroq Became a European EV Hit
Our original 2024 article described the Elroq as a potential strong contender in the electric SUV market. Its actual sales performance turned out to be considerably more impressive.
Å koda reported approximately 95,300 Elroq deliveries during 2025, making it the second-best-selling electric vehicle in Europe for the year. The model also reached the top of European EV sales during several individual months.
That is a significant achievement for a vehicle that had only recently entered production. The Elroq also received major industry recognition, including the 2026 German Car of the Year award and a second-place finish in the European Car of the Year 2026 competition.
Its success suggests Å koda found a useful balance. Rather than trying to make the Elroq radically futuristic, the company kept the practical layout and usability buyers already associate with the brand while adding competitive electric performance and a more distinctive exterior design.
Elroq RS Brings More Performance
Å koda expanded the range further with the Elroq RS, turning the practical compact SUV into a considerably quicker performance model. Its dual-motor all-wheel-drive system produces a combined 250 kW.
Å koda quotes a 0–100 km/h time of 5.4 seconds, while DC fast-charging capability reaches as much as 185 kW under suitable conditions. The RS also receives sportier suspension tuning, larger wheels, unique exterior details, and revised driving modes.
Most Elroq buyers probably do not need that level of performance, but the RS demonstrates how broad the lineup has become. Buyers can now choose versions focused on affordability and range or move toward a significantly more powerful AWD configuration.
More Updates Are Coming for 2026
Å koda is already adding new functionality to the Elroq rather than waiting for a major facelift. Model-year updates rolling out during 2026 include features such as a front storage compartment, Vehicle-to-Load capability, digital key functionality, Qi2 wireless charging, one-pedal driving, revised infotainment, and upgraded driver-assistance systems.
Individually, these changes may seem relatively small, but many directly improve day-to-day EV ownership. Extra storage, easier phone integration, improved charging features, and more flexible energy use can matter more to owners than a major styling change.
The Elroq therefore looks very different today from the promising new SUV we covered in 2024. It now has strong European sales, major awards, a high-performance RS variant, and continuing product updates behind it.
Å koda did not reinvent the electric SUV with the Elroq. Instead, it combined competitive range and charging with practical packaging, accessible positioning, and familiar usability—and that formula has proven remarkably effective.
Specifications, pricing, equipment, and range vary by country and trim. Range figures are based on the WLTP test cycle and may differ in real-world driving.
AI-generated visualization by Auto Corner for editorial purposes. Vehicle details may differ from the production Å koda Elroq.
Sources: Å koda Auto and Å koda Storyboard official product, sales, and model-year information.
As the second electric Skoda to be offered in Australia, following the Enyaq in July 2024, the Elroq will lead a lineup of six new electric models by 2026, including the compact Epiq and a seven-seat family SUV comparable to the Toyota Kluger. Continuing Skoda's tradition of naming models with the letter 'E,' the Elroq is positioned as an electric alternative to the Skoda Karoq, a cost-effective small-to-medium SUV with spacious interiors.
The Elroq shares the MEB electric platform with the Enyaq and other Volkswagen Group electric vehicles such as the Cupra Born and Volkswagen ID.3. While pricing details remain under wraps, the Elroq's European launch will showcase three rear-wheel-drive variants and a dual-motor all-wheel-drive flagship. The entry-level Elroq '50' will feature a 125kW motor and a 55kWh battery pack, the '60' will offer 150kW with a 63kWh battery, and the '85' will provide 210kW powered by an 82kWh battery. The range-topping '85x' will include an additional motor, delivering 220kW with the same 82kWh battery.
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The Elroq introduces Skoda's 'Modern Solid design language,' featuring a sleek gloss black front-end known as 'Tech-Deck Face' and bonnet lettering instead of the traditional Skoda logo. It will also offer advanced tech features like a 13.0-inch center touchscreen, a 5.0-inch digital instrument cluster, and an optional head-up display with Augmented Reality graphics.
With a 470L boot expandable to 1580L, the Elroq aims to
provide ample space and versatility, positioning itself as a strong contender
in the burgeoning electric SUV market.
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