The Skoda Elroq and Skoda Enyaq gets a BIG battery revision and upgrade for 2026

A BIG battery revision and upgrade in 2026 for the  Skoda Elroq and Skoda Enyaq 

The Czech brand, Skoda, has become a firm favourite in the UK’s electric car leasing market. The small and medium SUVs have proved to be our best-seller in 2025 here at e-car lease, with similar feedback from other businesses and dealerships.

With the UK being a hotbed of SUV delas, this is testament to the Skoda group who have, quite interestingly, become more popular than the VW product. Not one to rest on their eminent success, the Skoda team confirmed that from April 2026, their new model year (2027) options would be using the new LFP batteries in their models.

So, what is an LFP battery?

This is a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery and this has become the chemical of choice for many of our favourite zero-emission vehicles. Cheaper to produce, although with lower energy density, the LFP (or LiFePO4) battery systems are known for being safe, sustainable and have lower costs.

Also known for their lifespan, it is estimated that the LFP battery can cover some 500,000 – 600,000 miles of driving. The only downside to this battery is their lower energy density, which essentially means they are heavier than other compounds for achieving the same amount of energy.

The LFP battery is well used in the MEB models across the VW group, so the updates on the Elroq and Enyaq for 2026 are not surprising. Along with some other subtle updates, for example android-based infotainment system, updated platforms, a Vehicle-To-Load (V2L) functionality which allows you to charge external devices via the charging port / 230-volt socket in the boot, this is a refreshing update.

There will be other changes to the specification and prices across the models too, as Skoda demonstrate their understanding and connection to what electric customers in the UK really need. 

While you can head to our website to see the latest Elroq and Enyaq all-electric options, you can see the specifications and options below:

Skoda Elroq 

• 60 - the 58 kWh lithium-ion battery will offer 0 – 62 times of 8.5 seconds, 99 mph top speeds and 140kW (or 188 hp). This model is a RWD option. Expect a combined winter range of 180 miles with warmer weather allowing for 245 miles – 210 miles combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 6 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 105 kW DC maximum allowing 28 minute 10 – 80% times. This has a cargo volume of 470L and vehicle fuel equivalent of 146 mpg. Towing capacities are 750kg (unbraked) and 1000kg (braked). The heat pump is available but is an additional option. Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC;  

•  85 - the 77 kWh lithium-ion battery will offer 0 – 62 times of 6.6 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 210kW (or 282hp). This model is a RWD option. Expect a combined winter range of 235 miles with warmer weather allowing for 320 miles – 280 miles combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 165 kW DC maximum allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times. This has a cargo volume of 470L and vehicle fuel equivalent of 147 mpg. Towing capacities are 750kg (unbraked) and 1800kg (braked). The heat pump is available but is an additional option. Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC; and
•  RS - the 77 kWh lithium-ion battery will offer 0 – 62 times of 5.4 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 250kW (or 335hp). This model is an AWD option. Expect a combined winter range of 230 miles with warmer weather allowing for 315 miles – 275 miles combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 165 kW DC maximum allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times. This has a cargo volume of 470L and vehicle fuel equivalent of 145 mpg. Towing capacities are 750kg (unbraked) and 1000kg (braked). The heat pump is available but is an additional option. Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC.

Skoda Enyaq

• Enyaq 60 - this RWD SUV / Coupe will have a 58 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 8.6 seconds, 99 mph top speeds and 140 kW (or 188hp). Expect a combined winter range of 185 miles with warmer weather allowing for 255 miles – a 215 mile combined. On charging, the 11kW AC max will allow 6 hour and 15 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 105 kW DC maximum allowing 28 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 585L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 150 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1000kg (Braked). Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC. The Heat Pump is available as an optional extra;
•  Enyaq 85- this RWD SUV / Coupe will have a 77 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 6.6 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 210 kW (or 282hp). Expect a combined winter range of 235 miles with warmer weather allowing for 325 miles – a 280 mile combined. On charging, the 11kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 165 kW DC maximum allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 585L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 150 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2000kg (Braked). Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC. The Heat Pump is available as an optional extra;

• Enyaq 85X - this AWD SUV will have a 77 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 6.3 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 220 kW (or 295hp). Expect a combined winter range of 235 miles with warmer weather allowing for 320 miles – a 280 mile combined. On charging, the 11kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 175 kW DC maximum allowing 28 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 585L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 147 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1200kg (Braked). Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC. The Heat Pump is available as an optional extra; and

•  RS - this AWD SUV will have a 77 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 5.4 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 250 kW (or 335hp). Expect a combined winter range of 235 miles with warmer weather allowing for 320 miles – a 280 mile combined. On charging, the 11kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 165 kW DC maximum allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 585L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 147 mpg. You can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2200kg (Braked). Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC. The Heat Pump is available as an optional extra. 

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