The Skoda Elroq is an electric SUV that will be launched in the Indian market very soon. It has a very stylish design, with a bold and dynamic body, and its cabin is quite spacious and features smart and high-tech premium amenities.
Auto enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the launch of this electric vehicle, although according to some media reports, its launch in India might take place in the first half of 2026. However, details regarding this are yet to be officially confirmed.
Details regarding the pricing of this electric car will be released to the public at the time of its launch, but it is expected to be priced around ₹40 lakh. Further details such as the motor, battery, performance, and features are provided below.
Motor, Performance, Battery & Range
The Škoda Elroq comes with a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor configuration that powers the rear wheels, i.e., it features a rear-wheel drive option. It will be available in three variants, the details of which are:
Elroq 50
- Battery: ~52 kWh
- Power: ~170 PS
- Torque: ~310 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: ~9 seconds
- Top speed: ~160 km/h
- Range: ~370 km
- Charging:
- AC home charging up to ~11 kW
- DC fast charging up to ~145 kW (10–80% in ~30 minutes)
Elroq 60
- Battery: ~59 kWh
- Power: ~204 PS
- Torque: ~310 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: ~8–8.5 seconds
- Top speed: ~160 km/h
- Range: ~400–430 km
- Charging:
- AC up to ~11 kW
- DC fast charging up to ~165 kW (10–80% in ~25–30 minutes)
Elroq 85
- Battery: ~77 kWh
- Power: ~286 PS
- Torque: ~540–550 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: ~6.6 seconds
- Top speed: ~180 km/h
- Range: ~560–580 km
- Charging:
- AC up to ~11 kW
- DC fast charging up to ~175 kW (10–80% in ~25 minutes)
Chassis, Brake & Suspension
The Škoda Elroq chassis is based on the Volkswagen Group MEB modular electric vehicle platform, which is on a dedicated electric architecture with a flat battery pack under the floor. It provides better safety and ensures stability of the vehicle.
Its front brake is a ventilated disc, which ensures smooth braking and better heat observation, and the rear brake is a drum; it is cost-efficient and good for city use. The higher-end variant is likely to have disc brakes, which are slightly better than drum brakes.
The front suspension is an independent MacPherson strut with coil springs and stabiliser, and the rear one is a multi-link independent setup with five transverse links and stabiliser; they provide a comfortable ride with good stability for daily driving.
Exterior, Interior & Safety
The body of the Skoda Elroq is quite stylish to make it catchy, and it has a spacious cabin full of well-engineered elements to ensure comfort and convenience, and for safety, it includes many features. Expected highlights:
Exterior
- Modern electric SUV design
- LED headlights and LED tail lamps
- Closed EV front grille
- Alloy wheels
- Roof rails and sporty rear spoiler
Interior
- Large touchscreen infotainment system
- Fully digital instrument cluster
- Practical storage spaces
- Comfortable seats and ambient lighting
Safety
- Multiple airbags
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Level 2
- Electronic Stability Control
- Traction control system
Dimensions & Capacity
The dimensions of the Skoda Elroq in terms of length, width and height are 4488 mm, 1884 mm, and 1625 mm, respectively. The ground clearance is 185, good for the uneven roads and passing the potholes and speed breakers.
The wheelbase of 2765 mm helps in giving ample legroom for all occupants, and it also gives better stability at high speed. It is a five-seater car with a boot space of 470 litres, which is capable of carrying big luggage easily.
