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Skoda Epiq vs Suzuki e VITARA
Selected trimMotion 49kWhChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £26,249
At a glance
In this comparison, Skoda Epiq leads on motorway range and running costs, while the Suzuki e VITARA stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Epiq edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Skoda
5.5
Suzuki
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSkoda
Skoda
4
Suzuki
3
Family
Skoda
4.5
Suzuki
4.5
Too close to call
Charging
Skoda
3.2
Suzuki
3.5
Too close to call
Cost Per MileSkoda
Skoda
9.2
Suzuki
6
City Driving
Skoda
7.8
Suzuki
8.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £24,950 (better) | £26,249 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 475 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Skoda Epiq
Suzuki e VITARA
Length
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-75mm
Suzuki e VITARA4,275mm
Width
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-2mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,800mm
Height
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-54mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,200 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,798 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,581 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 602 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 475 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1345 L (better) | 562 L |
| Frunk | 25 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,200 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Suzuki e VITARA
- At 4,275 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |  Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.20m | 4.28m+75mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m+2mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.64m+54mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.70m+99mm |
| Ground Clearance | 125mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 475L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1345L (better) | 562L |
| Frunk | 25L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.68m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,542kg (better) | 1,680kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1,200kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 90kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £24,950 (better) | £26,249 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,450 (-£1,500) | £26,249 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 162 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 90 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 99 kW | 106 kW (better) |
| Torque | 267 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 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 Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
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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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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Skoda Epiq
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Suzuki e VITARA
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Suzuki e VITARA worth the extra £1,299 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Suzuki e VITARA costs £1,299 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 60 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 165 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Skoda Epiq or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Skoda Epiq is £1,299 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 £1,419 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 Epiq and Suzuki e VITARA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq and 162 miles for the Suzuki e VITARA - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 28 minutes in the Skoda Epiq and 45 in the Suzuki e VITARA, so the Skoda Epiq loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Skoda Epiq or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Suzuki e VITARA.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Skoda Epiq or the Suzuki e VITARA?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Skoda Epiq and 90% for the Suzuki e VITARA. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .