Skoda Elroq: Strong Start in Prague - from 33,900 Euros!

They didn’t go small: At Skoda, there has always been an emphasis on their own history and Czech roots. Which is why the greeting melody is, of course, Antonin Dvorak’s "Moldau" – digitally modified and shortened, naturally. And they also presented the "Elroq" "on site" – on the Vltava River or rather by it: on two ships and an artificial island.

In total, more than 350 international media representatives were invited. From the ship, they could watch as Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer, together with board members Martin Jahn and Johannes Neft, as well as Head of Škoda Design Oliver Stefani, unveiled the brand's first production model designed in the new design language of Modern Solid. Which it is not quite: because LED daytime running light brows with headlights underneath have long been brought by Citroen and Hyundai. But that is currently a global trend with all brands, and Skoda is now following suit.

With the Elroq, a new era is supposed to begin at Škoda, as it is the first production model to implement the new design language of Modern Solid. One can then calculate very accurately how a larger Enyaq facelift will look. And with the "Tech-Deck-Face," it is supposed to establish a "new trademark for future models." Objectively, however, it is more of an evolutionary, discreet further development of the existing appearance – well done, but without alarming anyone...

Then rather a 34,000 Euro base price - but with a 135-kW charger

The list price starting at 33,900 Euros left us somewhat "startled": Skoda previously communicated "around 33,000 Euros" or Karoq level. The Karoq starts at a good 33,000 Euros, so 34,000 Euros or "slightly above the Karoq" would have been more honest. The base model is the Elroq 50 Tour with 125 kW (170 PS) engine power and more than 370 kilometers range according to WLTP, of which at least 250 plus or minus x remain in winter. Important: Its battery can be charged from ten to 80 percent in 25 minutes, thanks to up to 135 kW peak charging power. That fits!

The equipment is already lavish: headlights and rear lights with LED technology, Climatronic, reversing camera plus rear parking sensors are on board. Lane change assist, lane keeping assist, cruise control, traffic sign recognition, and the light assist including rain sensor are also part of the standard equipment. The interior in the Design Selection Studio is presented - well, Skoda calls it "timeless" - with black-gray fabric seats. Like every Elroq version, the rear-wheel-drive Elroq 50 Tour also features a central infotainment screen in a 13-inch format. SmartLink, voice control, and a Bluetooth hands-free system complement the connectivity offering. Once again, Energy-blue is free of charge.