The Australian electric SUV market is going to get a new entrant soon – the Skoda Elroq. It is scheduled to arrive in September 2025 with a single battery size and powertrain combination only, and will be priced from $54,990 before on-road costs.
Designed to offer a more compact and affordable alternative to the larger Skoda Enyaq, the Skoda Elroq will take on competitors such as the BYD Atto 3, Kia EV3, and Volkswagen ID.4, while undercutting the likes of the Tesla Model Y.
Competitive pricing and performance
With a base price of $54,990, the Elroq 85 Select is positioned to undercut several key competitors, including
- Volkswagen ID.4 Pro – $59,990
- Tesla Model Y RWD – $58,990
Skoda Elroq matches the starting price of the BYD Sealion 7, while offering a European badge and notable performance.
Primary competitors
Both Elroq variants will feature a rear-mounted 210kW electric motor and an 82kWh (net) battery.
| Specification | Skoda Elroq | BYD Sealion 7 (Standard Range) | Tesla Model Y RWD |
| Powertrain | Rear-mounted electric motor | Rear-mounted electric motor | Rear-mounted electric motor |
| Power output | 210kW | 160kW | 194kW |
| Battery capacity (net) | 82kWh | 71.8kWh (usable) | 60kWh (est.) |
| 0–100km/h time | 6.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| WLTP combined range | 529km | 482 km | 455km |
| WLTP urban range | 661km | Not officially disclosed | Not officially disclosed |
| Drive layout | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions and practicality
| Specification | Skoda Elroq | BYD Atto 3 | Volkswagen ID.4 | BYD Sealion 7 |
| Length | 4488mm | 4455mm | 4584mm | 4775mm |
| Width | 1884mm | 1875mm | 1852mm | 1890mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765mm | 2720mm | 2771mm | 2900mm |
| Boot capacity (seats up) | 470 litres | 440 litres | 543 litres | 500 litres |
| Boot capacity (seats folded) | 1580 litres | 1340 litres | 1575 litres | Not officially stated |
- The Skoda Elroq offers a balanced footprint — longer than the Atto 3 but shorter than the ID.4 and Sealion 7.
- It provides more boot space than the Atto 3, but less than the ID.4 and Sealion 7 when the seats are up.
- Its wheelbase matches that of the Skoda Enyaq, placing it firmly in the compact-to-mid-size SUV segment.
Elroq features detailed
Skoda Elroq 85 Select
Key standard features for the Elroq electric SUV include:
- 19-inch Regulus alloy wheels
- 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
- Wireless phone charger with ventilation
- Dual-zone climate control
- Keyless entry and start
- Heated, folding, auto-dimming side mirrors
- Mode 3 (Type 2) charging cable
- Skoda’s signature door-mounted umbrella
Skoda Elroq 130 Edition
Additional premium features include:
- 21-inch Supernova alloy wheels
- Matrix LED headlights with dynamic functions
- Augmented reality head-up display
- Intelligent Park Assist
- Power front seats with memory, lumbar, and massage functions
- 360-degree parking cameras
- 12-speaker Canton sound system
- Power tailgate and rear sunshades
- ‘Premium’ interior trim and finishes
Safety and warranty
Standard safety equipment across both Elroq variants includes:
- Seven airbags
- Adaptive cruise control and lane assistance
- Travel Assist and Traffic Jam Assist
- Front Assist with Turn Assist
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert and exit warning
- Emergency Assist
While the Elroq is yet to receive an ANCAP or Euro NCAP safety rating, the model only entered production in January 2025 and is still undergoing regional assessment.
All Australian-delivered Elroqs will be backed by Skoda’s seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Skoda’s guaranteed future value finance plan, known as Skoda Choice, will also be offered — though local program details are yet to be confirmed.
Future variants under consideration
While the Australian line-up will initially feature the 210kW single-motor variants, Skoda also produces smaller battery versions and a dual-motor RS performance variant for other markets. These remain “under study” for the local market, with no confirmation on timing or availability at this stage.
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