Used Skoda Enyaq 2021-present review

Before you remortgage your home to buy a large electric SUV let us introduce you to a model that, while not cheap per se, is comparatively affordable, especially when used. This is the Skoda Enyaq.

It hasn't been thrown together using bargain-bin parts, either. The Enyaq shares its underpinnings with the Audi Q4 e-tron and the VW ID 4 – both of which are good to drive and travel decent distances on a single charge.

The entry-level version, badged 60, has a 58kWh battery. If you go for an 80 or 80X model, you’ll get a 77kWh battery. Above those variants is the Skoda Enyaq vRS which gets the same 77kWh battery but gains quicker performance. We'll review that 'hot' version separately.

The 60 and 80 have rear-wheel drive, with the 60 putting out 177bhp and the 80 delivering 201bhp. Acceleration is good in both versions, and the difference between the two isn’t dramatic, partly because the 80 has a heavier battery pack. It’s a different story with the 80X, which has four-wheel drive for better traction to deploy the impressive 261bhp at its disposal.

Even the 60 has a few luxuries, including dual-zone climate control, 19in alloys, power-folding door mirrors, auto-dimming mirrors and cruise control. The 80 adds steering-wheel-mounted paddles for adjusting the level of regenerative braking on the move, along with a heated steering wheel and extra parking aids.

Instead of picking a trim as you do with most models, the Enyaq is available with varying design grades. With Loft, large parts of the dashboard are trimmed in fabric. The Suite and ecoSuite versions swap that for artificial leather.

Sportline models have a sportier look and, if the original owner opted for the optional Maxx package, adaptive dampers. They allow you to tune the suspension stiffness between two extremes – cushier or more composed – as desired.

The Maxx package also includes the Comfort Seat Package Plus, which adds a massaging driver's seat. Wireless phone-charging was optional on most versions (as part of the Clever Package) and came as standard with Sportline.

Out on the road, the Enyaq rides well and handles tidily. The driving experience is quite relaxed rather than engaging. As long as you're not overzealous, it doesn't roll too much through corners, and the light yet precise steering allows you to position the car with confidence. Rear-wheel-drive models have a tight turning circle, helping you tackle tight manoeuvres without too much trouble.

There's not much road noise except on really coarse surfaces, and only the faint whistle of wind around the door mirrors at a steady 70mph cruise. Indeed, our only slight criticism is the background "thud, thud, thud" from the suspension that can be heard when you’re driving along a bumpy stretch of road.

As for range, the 80 version has a clear edge. It can officially manage up to 339 miles on a full charge (332 miles in Sportline, and 318 miles in 80X Sportline guises). Mind you, even the 60 has a very respectable 246-mile official range.

The quality of the interior is very good for an electric car of its original price point. In short, it feels pretty well screwed together and there's plenty of squidgy plastic on the dashboard and the insides of the doors, plus piano black and metal highlights to jazz things up.

All versions have a big 13in touchscreen positioned high up on the dashboard that’s tilted slightly towards the driver. It’s really easy to see and reach, but the software isn't always that responsive, sometimes taking a moment to load and occasionally crashing. It's not as bad as the system in the ID 4, though.

In both the front and back seats, six-foot adults have lots of room to stretch, while the boot is absolutely huge – bigger even than an ID 4’s – and takes up to nine carry-on suitcases under the tonneau cover. It's also easy to load thanks to the wide tailgate opening and reasonably low load lip.

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At the time of writing, used Enyaqs start at around £25,000. For the money, expect a 2021 model in 60 form. If you'd prefer a 2022 car (still a 60), raise your budget to around £27,000, and make that £32,000 for a 2023 one.

Regardless of model year, the 80 model starts at £32,000, while the 80X rises to around £35,000.

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Charging speeds

As standard from new, the Enyaq charges at 50kW but is also available with fast charging to allow the 60 to charge at up to 100kW and the 80 at up to 125kW. Versions with fast charging should be able to get a 10-80% charge in half an hour.

All versions should come with a Type 2 charging cable and you can use it to top up the battery at home using a regular 7kW wall box. A full charge (0-100%) using one of those takes around 9.5 hours for the 60 and roughly 13 hours in the 80.

Insurance and servicing

Disregarding the vRS, the Enyaq's insurance groups range from 23 to 33. Skoda sells fixed price service plans, with a plan for the Enyaq costing £294 and consisting of one service.

From electric range to equipment, the 60 version of the Enyaq isn't lacking and it just so happens to be the cheapest variant you can buy. There are a plethora of design grades and packages to sift through, so try to seek out the features you desire most. Mid-range Suite is the most common grade on the used market and we'd stick with that.

Our favourite Skoda Enyaq: 60 Suite

As we mentioned, the VW ID 4 is mechanically related to the Skoda Enyaq. The ID 4 handles with more composure, but isn't as plush or huge inside. Used prices are roughly on par.

The Audi Q4 e-Tron is a similar story but tends to be a slightly pricier buy. Interior quality is about on the same level as the Enyaq.

For more electric range and performance, but less comfort, there's the Ford Mustang Mach-e. Have pockets that are at least £33,000 deep if you're considering one, though.

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