Škoda Australia will introduce the Enyaq battery electric vehicle (BEV) to Australia in July 2024 topped by the latest 250kW Enyaq RS as the most powerful vehicle ever offered from the Simply Clever brand.
The upgraded Enyaq RS debuts in Europe in both five-door SUV and SUV Coupé bodystyles with up to 547 kilometres (WLTP) of driving range on a single battery charge and zero to 100km/h in just 5.5 seconds.
The Enyaq 85 (previously called 80) moves to 210kW of power, with up to 576 kilometres of driving range (WLTP) on a single charge, rear-wheel drive and zero to 100km/h in 6.7sec – two seconds faster than the previous 150kW version.
Škoda Australia head of marketing and product Kieran Merrigan said the Enyaq 85 and Enyaq RS will arrive in Australia at the same time in July 2024 as upgraded models destined to become a highly compelling electric medium SUV alternative.
"Both the 210kW and 250kW Enyaq are the most powerful Škoda models we have ever offered, while delivering among the longest electric vehicle driving range in the electric medium SUV segment," Mr Merrigan said.
"Škoda customers are also among the most discerning and progressive in the market, and the Australian love affair with RS badged product continues. Together this tells us that our performance and technology flagship, as an appealing SUV, will be warmly welcomed into the market from mid next year."
The upgraded Škoda Enyaq's more advanced electric motors, batteries and thermal management – such as the ability to pre-heat the battery – deliver an increased charging speed and better overall driving experience.
Charging for both the Enyaq 85 and Enyaq RS offer a peak capacity of up to 175kW, reducing the recharge time from 10 to 80 per cent to 28 minutes.
The Enyaq for Australia will also include the new software version 4.0 that brings a completely redesigned user interface with a more intuitive design that makes it easier to control the car's functions. The virtual instrument panel and head-up display also receive new graphics, and the voice assistant is improved.
Please note: All figures are to global specification and may change for Australia.