Skoda is bringin significant updates to its Enyaq. The upgrades for the 2024 models include a design tweak aligning with Skoda’s new brand identity, and yes, the iV is no longer part of the name. However, it’s still visible under the hood. More excitingly, we get enhanced electric motors, improved battery management, and - best of all - extended ranges. The Enyaq 85, replaces the Enyaq 80 as the base model. It promises an impressive 565 km on a single charge under the WLTP cycle and boasts a zippy DC charging time of 28 minutes from 10% to 80%. Speed junkies, too, have reason to celebrate with its vamped-up 210 kW motor output, enabling it to zip from zero to 100 km/h in a mere 6.7 seconds - two seconds less than its predecessor.
The all-wheel-drive sibling Enyaq 85x,
sports a similar 210 kW system output and dashes to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds.
Its range stands at 538 km, with the Coupe variant stretching it a tad to 548
km. Equipped with a peak DC charging capacity of up to 175 kW, it aligns with
the 85 in reducing charging downtime. Skoda is not pulling any punches with the
Enyaq RS either. Housing a mighty 250 kW power, it catapults from naught to 100
km/h in a swift 5.5 seconds. The range? A hearty 541 km, with the Coupé ticking
it up to 547 km, all while maintaining a top speed of 180 km/h.
The 2024 models aren’t just about flexing
their electric muscles. An intriguing feature allows for battery pre-heating.
Triggered either manually or automatically upon route entry to a high-power charger
in the navigation system, it is a thoughtful addition to the electric
experience. The infotainment system get an update to version 4.0, featuring a
refreshed user interface. Skoda’s Laura voice assistant’s is allegedly now a
better listener.
The 2024 Skoda Enyaq will go into
production in early November. Pricing will be revealed soon
