Skoda Elroq electric SUV globally unveiled

Skoda is expected to bring the Elroq to the Indian market as well.

Skoda has taken the wraps off its all-new electric SUV, the Elroq.

The new Skoda Elroq is said to be the brand's first production EV to embody its 'Modern Solid' design language. This includes the 'Tech-Deck' face - a flatter and wider interpretation of the Skoda's signature butterfly grille. Flanking the new face are split LED headlights with a connecting strip. The front also features a contoured bonnet with Skoda lettering - the first production model to get it, slim wraparound LED tail lamps, a large sunroof and Skoda lettering on the central part of the boot lid.

The Skoda Elroq also features clean surfaces all around with active cooling vents and vertical air vents, all of which help the EV to have a low drag coefficient of 0.26 Cd. Wheel sizes start at 19-inches with upto 21-inch alloys being offered as optional.

Inside, the Elroq takes inspiration from its sibling, the Enyaq. The electric SUV features a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system, physical buttons, a small digital driver's display and an augmented head-up display. The Elroq features a range of recycled materials in its cabin, including 'RecyTitan Fabric' - made up of 78% recycled PET, 6% fibres from recycled clothing and TechnoFoil.

The Skoda Elroq is based on Volkswagen's MEB electric car platform - making it the third model after the Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe. The EV measures 4,488 mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2,765 mm.

Skoda will offer the Elroq in three variants: Elroq 50, Elroq 60 and Elroq 85. The entry-level version comes with a 370 km range 55 kWh battery pack with a rear-mounted electric motor producing 168 BHP. The mid variant 'Elroq 60' gets a 63 kWh battery pack paired with a 201 BHP electric motor and offering 400 km of range. The top-spec 'Elroq 85' gets an 82 kWh battery pack offering 560 km of range. It will be offered in both RWD and AWD configurations, with the latter expected to arrive at a slightly later stage. The RWD variant gets an electric motor packing 282 BHP.

All three variants will get fast-charging capabilities, with the Elroq 50 and Elroq 60 allowing up to 145 kW and 165 kW fast-charging, respectively. The Elroq 85 trim can be charged upto 175 kW fast charger, with 10-80% charge taking just 28 minutes.

The Skoda Elroq is offered with a base price of 33,000 euros. Skoda is expected to bring the Elroq to the Indian market as well.