The Škoda Elroq has officially entered full-scale production and continues to gain traction across Europe. As of August 2025, Škoda has received over 65,000 confirmed orders for the Elroq, with deliveries underway in more than 35 markets. The model recently won the 2025 Red Dot Award for Product Design, marking Škoda’s 18th win in the competition. The award ceremony took place on 8 July in Essen, Germany, where the Elroq was recognized for its Modern Solid design language, aerodynamic efficiency, and sustainable interior materials.
What Is the Škoda Elroq?
The Elroq is a compact electric SUV built on the Volkswagen MEB platform, designed to offer a balance of affordability, range, and practicality. It’s available in five trims: SE 50, SE L, Edition, SportLine, and the high-performance Skoda Elroq vRS, which launched in early August 2025.
Skoda Elroq vRS Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power | 295 hp / 220 kW |
| Torque | 545 Nm / 402 lb-ft |
| Battery Capacity | 82 kWh (77 kWh usable) |
| Range (WLTP) | 360 miles / 580 km |
| 0–60 mph | 6.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 112 mph / 180 km/h |
| Charging (DC 175 kW) | 10–80% in 28 minutes |
| Price (Est.) | $46,560 USD |
| Boot Capacity | 470 liters / 16.6 cu-ft |
Red Dot Award Ceremony Recap
The Red Dot jury, composed of 43 experts from 21 countries, evaluated entries based on innovation, functionality, ergonomics, durability, and environmental compatibility. The Elroq stood out for its Tech-Deck Face, Unique Dark Chrome accents, and LED Matrix headlights. The award ceremony on 8 July 2025 confirmed Škoda’s design leadership in the EV segment.
Design Language: Modern Solid
Škoda’s Modern Solid design emphasizes clarity, durability, and functionality. The Elroq showcases this through:
- Tech-Deck Face: Glossy black panel replacing the grille.
- Four-eyed Headlights: Narrow LED units with Matrix option.
- Light Band: Connects main headlights visually.
- 2D Rear Lights: Clean lines with aerodynamic benefits.
Aerodynamics
The Elroq achieves a drag coefficient of 0.26, contributing to extended range and reduced energy consumption.
Sustainability Upgrades
As of August 2025, Škoda has expanded its use of sustainable materials across all Elroq trims. The Loft Design Selection now includes:
- Recytitan: 78% recycled PET, 6% recycled clothing fibers.
- Technofil: 75% ECONYL nylon from fishing nets and fabric waste.
These materials are used in seats, door panels, dashboards, and armrests. No chemical treatments are applied during processing, ensuring low environmental impact.
Production and Delivery
The Elroq is manufactured at Škoda’s Mladá Boleslav plant, which now produces up to 600 units per day. The plant integrates Elroq production with Enyaq and Octavia models, optimizing cost and output.
Production Highlights
- Flexible assembly line shared across models.
- Battery systems produced in-house.
- vRS and dual-motor variants launched August 2025.
