Skoda Enyaq

The Skoda Enyaq remains one of the UK's most recommended electric SUVs, recently refreshed and continuing to win awards - including a 'Smart Spender' accolade for 2026 - for being a superb-value, practical all-rounder. The range spans the Enyaq 60 (59-61 kWh, up to 269 miles) and the popular Enyaq 85 (77-82 kWh, up to 359 miles), plus the all-wheel-drive 85x and the hot twin-motor vRS.

UK prices start from around £39,520, and with Skoda's strong discounts the effective cost is often lower. The Enyaq 85's up-to-175 kW charging, huge 585-litre boot, 5-star safety and roomy cabin keep it firmly among the best family EVs, taking on the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and its own VW ID.4 sibling. A sleeker Enyaq Coupe is offered for buyers who want style over outright boot space.

The Enyaq line-up is easy to understand. The Enyaq 60 makes 201 bhp and offers 247 to 269 miles WLTP, while the Enyaq 85 steps up to 286 bhp, 545 Nm and up to 359 miles - realistically around 280 to 310 miles in everyday driving. The 85 does 0-62 mph in about 6.7 seconds; the all-wheel-drive 85x adds traction, and the twin-motor vRS flagship makes around 340 hp for a roughly 5.4-second 0-62 time.

Most versions are rear-wheel drive, which suits the Enyaq's relaxed, comfortable character. It is efficient at 3.8 to 4.1 miles per kWh, and with up to 175 kW charging on the 85, long trips are easy. It is not a sporty car (the vRS aside), but as a smooth, long-legged family cruiser it is excellent.

The Skoda Enyaq holds a 5-star Euro NCAP rating (from its 2021 test), with strong scores of 94 percent for adult occupant protection and 89 percent for child occupants. It comes with a comprehensive safety package including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, blind spot detection and a rear/360-degree camera, plus multiple airbags and ISOFIX anchors. This combination of a top crash rating and a full suite of driver aids makes it a reassuring choice for families.

Charging is a strong point, especially on the Enyaq 85, which supports up to 175 kW DC fast charging and completes 0 to 80 percent in around 28 to 35 minutes - ideal for motorway stops (the Enyaq 60 charges a little slower at up to around 135 kW). At home, a 7.2 to 11 kW AC wallbox gives a full charge in roughly 7 to 12 hours, perfect overnight. It uses a CCS (Type 2) connector, and its efficiency of 3.8 to 4.1 miles per kWh keeps charging costs low.

Skoda backs the Enyaq with a 3-year or 60,000-mile vehicle warranty and an 8-year or 100,000-mile high-voltage battery warranty, in line with the segment. Skoda's large UK dealer network and reputation for solid, dependable cars add to the reassurance, and extended-warranty and fixed-price service plans are available to spread costs. Confirm the latest terms with your Skoda UK dealer at purchase.

The Skoda Enyaq is the sensible person's electric SUV - and that is a big compliment. It is not the most thrilling car to drive, but it nails the things families actually care about: space, comfort, a long real-world range, fast charging, strong safety and genuine value, often with big discounts on top. The Enyaq 85 is the sweet spot, with the best range and quick charging, while the vRS adds pace and the Coupe adds style. If you want a practical, no-drama, long-range electric SUV that just works, the Enyaq is one of the best buys on the market.

Against its VW ID.4 sibling, the Enyaq offers more practicality, a nicer cabin and usually better value, sharing the same strong underpinnings. Versus the Tesla Model Y, the Skoda is more comfortable, better built inside and easier to live with, while the Tesla counters with the Supercharger network and stronger software. Compared with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, the Enyaq is roomier and more relaxed but less rapid-charging and less striking. In short: choose the Enyaq for space, comfort and value; choose rivals for charging speed (Tesla) or design flair (Hyundai/Kia).

Buy the Skoda Enyaq if you want a spacious, comfortable, long-range family electric SUV with strong safety and great value - the Enyaq 85 SE L is the sweet spot for range and charging, while the 85x adds all-wheel drive and the vRS adds genuine pace. Choose the Enyaq Coupe if you prefer style over maximum boot space. Look elsewhere if you want an engaging driver's car (most Enyaqs are relaxed rather than sporty), the very fastest charging, or a smaller, cheaper EV. For most families, it is one of the easiest electric SUVs to recommend.

The Enyaq is sensible to own. Its efficiency of 3.8 to 4.1 miles per kWh keeps home-charging costs low - far cheaper per mile than petrol - and EV maintenance is minimal. Skoda's strong residual values and large dealer network help protect resale and keep servicing convenient, and big discounts plus competitive lease deals lower the effective cost of getting into one. For company-car drivers, the very low Benefit-in-Kind tax on EVs makes the Enyaq especially cheap to run on a business or salary-sacrifice scheme.

As an electric car, the Enyaq is attractive on tax in the UK, though the rules have changed. Since April 2025, EVs do pay Vehicle Excise Duty (road tax), so it is no longer free - and the Enyaq's price means some versions may attract the 'expensive car' VED supplement, which is worth checking. However, company-car drivers still benefit from very low Benefit-in-Kind rates, making EVs like the Enyaq far cheaper than petrol equivalents on business and salary-sacrifice schemes. It is also ULEZ-compliant. Confirm the current VED bands, the expensive-car threshold and BIK rates before buying.

Like all EVs, the Enyaq needs far less maintenance than a petrol car - no engine oil, no spark plugs, no clutch and no exhaust, with regenerative braking reducing brake wear. Routine upkeep is mostly tyres, brake fluid, cabin filter and software, at set service intervals. Skoda's large, well-established UK dealer network makes servicing convenient and parts easy to source, and fixed-price service plans help budget the cost. The 8-year battery warranty covers the most expensive component.