Skoda’s new electric SUV, the Enyaq vRS, is not merely another family EV. It’s the fastest car Skoda has ever produced. With 335 brake horsepower at its disposal, this new version combines aggressive dynamics with day-to-day usability. It is packaged in a body that’s sleek from every angle.
Priced from £52,000 (roughly $65,000), the Enyaq vRS aims to tempt buyers looking for something that’s not a Tesla, but still fast, refined, and future-ready.
Performance That Surprises
Don’t be fooled by its family SUV silhouette — this EV can hustle. Thanks to dual electric motors, one on each axle. The Enyaq vRS sends power to all four wheels and clocks 0-62mph in just 5.5 seconds.
It draws power from an 82kWh battery pack, which provides a claimed 340 miles of range on the WLTP test cycle. On paper, it’s economical. On the road, it’s tidy and well-mannered — just what you’d expect from a performance-oriented electric SUV.
Design Tweaks That Mean Business
Skoda hasn’t gotten exclusive with the styling, but there are just enough discreet changes to let you know this isn’t the run-of-the-mill Enyaq. Black trim is used in place of chrome, 20-inch wheels (with the option of 21s) fit neatly into the arches, and the body kit is a bit more muscular without going overboard.
Inside, you’ll find sports seats, vRS green stitching, and a 13-inch touchscreen sitting front and center. It’s all clean and modern, with plenty of room for five adults and their luggage. Skoda didn’t compromise on space for the sake of sportiness.
How It Drives
In comparison to the standard Enyaq, the vRS has a reduced ride height and slightly more taut suspension tuning. It is more responsive in corners and handles its weight with ease for a car of this size. The progressive steering gives added confidence on twisty roads, and there is sufficient torque to make passing maneuvers simple.
It’s not a complete track car — nor does it attempt to be — but for enthusiastic daily driving, it does the job just fine.
What About a U.S. Launch?
Skoda currently doesn’t sell cars in America, but that may not be the case for long. Electric SUVs are selling wildly in the U.S., and a car like the Enyaq vRS — with its combination of performance, technology, and usability — would be a top seller if Skoda sells it there.
It would square up to segment-dominators such as the Tesla Model Y Performance, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and Ford Mustang Mach-E GT.
Should You Care About the Enyaq vRS?
If you live in Europe, and you want a speedy electric SUV which also makes for a decent every-day driver, then the Enyaq vRS is certainly worthy of careful consideration. It’s fast, spacious, and nicer than perhaps its badge initially lets on.
In the United States, though it’s not here yet, it provides a good indication of how established automakers are pushing back against Tesla dominance — with well-rounded, good-looking EVs that don’t shout “tech bro.”
Key Highlights:
- 335bhp dual-motor AWD setup
- 0–62 mph in 5.5 seconds
- Up to 340 miles of range
- 175kW fast-charging: 10–80% in under 40 minutes
- Sporty trim, premium interior, full-size practicality
FAQs
Q1: Is the Enyaq vRS arriving in the U.S.?
A1: Not yet, but Skoda’s parent, Volkswagen Group, has its eye on the U.S. EV market. A future launch isn’t out of the question.
Q2: How does it compare to the Model Y?
A2: Though the Tesla provides more charging points in the States, the Enyaq vRS is more like a polished SUV than a gadget on wheels. It’s a different atmosphere — more Euro, less Silicon Valley.
Q3: Can it be charged quickly?
A3: Yes, and it’s compatible with 175kW DC fast charging, so you can charge hundreds of miles in more than half an hour.
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