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firefly vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimStandard205 mi · 41 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, firefly firefly leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Skoda Epiq leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the firefly if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The firefly firefly leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSkoda
firefly
0
Skoda
5.5
Motorway Rangefirefly
firefly
4.9
Skoda
4
Familyfirefly
firefly
7.6
Skoda
4.5
Chargingfirefly
firefly
6.6
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per Mile
firefly
9.4
Skoda
9.2
Too close to call
City Drivingfirefly
firefly
9.2
Skoda
7.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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| Measure | fireflyBase | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £24,950 |
| Official range | 205 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 348 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
firefly4,003mm-197mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm
Width
firefly1,781mm-17mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm
Height
firefly1,557mm-24mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | fireflyBase | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,003 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,781 mm (better) | 1,798 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 619 mm spare (better) | 602 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | fireflyBase | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 348 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1253 L | 1345 L (better) |
| Frunk | 65 L (better) | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
firefly
- A 65 L frunk, one of 22 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 65 L or more.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 9.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  firefly Base |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.00m | 4.20m+197mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+17mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.58m+24mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.60m-14mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 125mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 348L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1253L | 1345L (better) |
| Frunk | 65L (better) | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.4m (better) | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,492kg (better) | 1,542kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 41kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 205 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £24,950 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | fireflyBase | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 205 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 171 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 41 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | fireflyBase | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 105 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 267 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - firefly firefly Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist86%
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Frequently asked questions
What are the firefly firefly and Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 171 miles for the firefly firefly and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the firefly firefly or the Skoda Epiq?
The two are within 17 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 619 mm of total clearance for the firefly firefly and about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq. The firefly firefly also turns in a 1.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the firefly firefly or the Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the firefly firefly and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That gives the Skoda Epiq a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Skoda Epiq's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the firefly firefly's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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