In a market where automotive brands are rushing to reinvent themselves, Skoda remains reassuringly consistent. The 2025 Skoda Enyaq carries forward the brand’s core values – practicality, user-friendliness and understated quality – while embracing subtle design and technology updates that keep it competitive without losing its identity.
Evolution Over Reinvention
While rival manufacturers like Hyundai, Kia and Mercedes are pushing bold new designs and naming strategies, Skoda has taken a more restrained path. There’s been a shift in pronunciation – now officially “Schkoda” – but the Enyaq stays true to its original concept: an electric SUV that offers substance over flash.
Instead of traditional trim levels, Skoda has opted for a more lifestyle-oriented approach to personalisation. Customers can choose from interior themes such as Loft, Lounge, Lodge, Suite Cognac, Suite Black and Sportline. These are complemented by various equipment packages, allowing buyers to tailor the car to their preferences without excessive complication.
Familiar Yet Fresh
The Enyaq was first introduced in 2020 and quickly earned praise for its accessible pricing, solid driving range, and intelligently designed cabin. In 2024, it became Europe’s third best-selling car – no small feat given the strength of the competition. Now, Skoda has applied a mild facelift to ensure the Enyaq remains relevant among newer rivals.
Changes include sleeker styling elements aligned with the brand’s latest design language, a more intuitive infotainment system, and minor improvements to the electric powertrain’s range and efficiency. Notably, the previous light-up faux grille has been removed, giving the front end a cleaner and more cohesive look.
Powertrain and Range Options
The Enyaq continues to be offered in two body styles: a standard SUV and a sportier Coupé version. Both are available with two battery sizes and three drivetrain configurations.
At the base of the range is the Enyaq 60, powered by a 63kWh battery (59kWh usable), delivering a range of up to 277 miles. Further up the lineup are the 85 and 85x variants, which feature a larger 82kWh battery (77kWh usable). These versions offer up to 370 miles and 346 miles of range, respectively, depending on whether you opt for the rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive setup.
Previously known as the 80 and 80x, these versions were renamed in 2024 after Skoda upgraded their rear-mounted motors for improved power and efficiency. The performance-oriented vRS model also benefited from this update. However, the entry-level Enyaq 50 has been dropped from the line-up due to limited demand.
Practicality and Comfort Still Shine
The Enyaq remains impressively spacious, with a bright, welcoming cabin that excels in comfort. It’s a vehicle clearly designed with families in mind, offering generous headroom and legroom, and ample boot space thanks in part to its extended rear overhang. That overhang may give the car a slightly bulky appearance from certain angles, but it enhances the Enyaq’s practicality.
Another major benefit is the vehicle’s refined ride quality – particularly at motorway speeds – and its commendable long-distance capability. Thanks to its efficient battery management and reliable fast-charging capability, it’s well-suited for long road trips.
That said, economy figures still fall slightly short of expectations, and models without adaptive suspension can feel a touch firm over uneven roads. And for those hoping for a dynamic driving experience, it’s best to look elsewhere – the Enyaq prioritises comfort and efficiency over performance thrills.
Final Verdict
The 2025 Skoda Enyaq hasn’t undergone a radical transformation, but it didn’t need to. Instead, the update builds on an already successful formula, refining the design, enhancing the technology, and subtly improving range and efficiency.
With its practical nature, generous equipment levels and quiet comfort, the Enyaq continues to be one of the most well-rounded electric SUVs in its class. For drivers who value everyday usability over gimmicks, it remains an excellent choice.
Rating: 8/10
Pros:
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Exceptionally roomy and well-lit interior
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Strong range and reliable rapid charging
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Comfortable and refined even at higher speeds
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Smart design update, especially with removal of light-up grille
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Good overall value
Cons:
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Not the most engaging to drive
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Slightly firm ride on non-adaptive suspension
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Exterior design still lacks visual excitement in places
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The meaning of ‘Tech-Deck’ remains a mystery