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Skoda Elroq vs Skoda Epiq
At a glance
In this comparison, Skoda Elroq leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Skoda Epiq leads on charging speed, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Elroq if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Elroq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueElroq
Elroq
6.3
Epiq
5.5
Motorway RangeElroq
Elroq
4.6
Epiq
4
FamilyElroq
Elroq
7.2
Epiq
4.5
ChargingEpiq
Elroq
2.1
Epiq
3.2
Cost Per MileEpiq
Elroq
8.2
Epiq
9.2
City DrivingEpiq
Elroq
6.6
Epiq
7.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Skoda Elroq
SE L 60
- 91 miles more WLTP range
- 41 kW more power
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,970 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 280 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 470 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Skoda Elroq
Skoda Epiq
Length
Skoda Elroq4,488mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-288mm
Width
Skoda Elroq1,884mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-86mm
Height
Skoda Elroq1,625mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-44mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,488 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,884 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,148 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,625 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.3 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 516 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 470 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1580 L (better) | 1345 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Skoda Elroq
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Skoda Elroq SE L 60 |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.49m | 4.20m-288mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.80m-86mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.15m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.58m-44mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.60m-164mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 125mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 470L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1580L (better) | 1345L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.3m (better) | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,457kg | 1,542kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 280 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,970 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,470 (-£1,500) | £23,450 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 280 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 267 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Skoda Elroq
SE L 60
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Skoda Elroq SE L 60
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Skoda Elroq
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Skoda Epiq
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Skoda Elroq
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Skoda Epiq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Elroq worth the extra £9,020 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Elroq costs £9,020 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 91 miles more WLTP range, 41 kW more power and a 1.3s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Elroq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Skoda Elroq or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £9,020 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £9,100 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Skoda Elroq and Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Skoda Elroq and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Skoda Elroq goes roughly 76 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Skoda Elroq or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 86 mm narrower than the Skoda Elroq. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 516 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Elroq. The Skoda Elroq also turns in a 1.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Skoda Elroq or the Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Skoda Elroq 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 Skoda Elroq's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .