Skoda is one step closer to revealing its second electric vehicle (EV) for Australian showrooms, teasing the design of the upcoming Elroq.
Due in Australia in mid-2025, the Elroq is tipped to be a successor to the petrol-powered Karoq, which will remain on sale alongside the EV initially.
It follows the larger Enyaq as Skoda’s second electric SUV sold in Australia, following the latter’s local debut later this year.
The Elroq will be Skoda’s first new model to adopt the latest iteration of its ‘Modern Solid’ design language.
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This includes a new ‘Tech-Deck Face’, replacing Skoda’s traditional rectangular grille which has remained on the electric Enyaq.
The new front end features split matrix LED headlights, with its upper portion extending to the front guards.
Rather than bright chrome or gloss black highlights, the Elroq’s trim will be finished in dark chrome, unique to the electric SUV.
Skoda will also debut its new Timiano Green exterior paint finish with the Elroq, though it’s not yet known what other models will benefit from the colour.
As previously reported, the Elroq will be available with four electric motor and battery combinations upon its European launch.
The base Elroq will be powered by a 125kW motor and 55kWh lithium-ion battery pack, the mid-spec variant ups its outputs to 150kW from a 63kWh battery, and the ’85’ version gets an 82kWh battery and 210kW of power.
A dual-motor all-wheel-drive performance flagship, likely dubbed the RS, will boast 220kW.
Driving range is expected to top 550km for top-spec cars, and DC fast charging capability is standard across the range.
Previous previews of the Elroq’s interior have shown a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 5.0-inch digital instrument cluster, and head-up display.
Skoda says the Elroq has 470L of boot space – 51L less than the Karoq – expanding to 1580L with the second row seats folded down.
The Skoda Elroq is due in Australia around mid-2025, alongside a major overhaul for the brand which is also bringing the new-generation Superb and Kodiaq, as well as the facelifted Octavia, to local showrooms within the next 15 months.
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