Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV | Review

The Skoda Enyaq coupe will appeal to drivers seeking a no-nonsense electric car with a spacious and practical interior, long range and good driveability. It offers sharper styling than the VW ID 4 and contains a variety of Skoda’s innovative simply clever features, to sweeten the deal.

Overview

The Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV follows the growing trend for streamlined SUVs by offering a more aesthetically pleasing and slightly more aerodynamic alternative to the Enyaq SUV.

Its sloping rear end gives the car a sportier stance, but there’s still no mistaking it for a svelte sports car. The Enyaq Coupe is a tall, wide and SUV-like in its appearance.

Based on VW’s MEB platform, the Enyaq family is closely related to the Audi Q4 e-tron and the VW ID 4. Other rivals include the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Kia EV6, Polestar 2 and Tesla Model Y.

The Enyaq Coupe is priced from £46,440, which is almost £2,000 more than the equivalent Enyaq SUV, but does offer more driving range. Alongside the Edition, Sportline and L&K trim grades, the Enyaq Coupe can also be had in a performance-focussed vRS variant.

Comfort and practicality

Like the Enyaq SUV, the Coupe has a minimalist interior that is designed to maximise space and comfort. The Skoda’s interior feels plush and upmarket, thanks to the mix of soft touch plastics and high-quality fabrics.

There’s plenty of room for passengers, even in the rear where headroom for the average-sized adult is unaffected by the sloping roofline. The standard-fit glass roof means the cabin remains light and airy, too.

Skoda’s handy ‘simply clever’ features include smartphone pockets in the seats, umbrellas in the front doors and an array of useful storage compartments around the cabin.

Boot space up to the parcel shelf is almost on par with the Enyaq SUV, at 570 litres vs 585 litres. It’s a fair bit larger than the load space in an EV6, but eclipsed by the Model Y.

The Enyaq Coupe’s seats are comfortable and supportive, with fabric or leather upholstery options available. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel comes as standard. A heat pump must be specified as an option, costing £1,025, however.

Safety and technology

The Enyaq was awarded a maximum five-star safety rating by Euro NCAP and is among the best in its segment for occupant safety. It comes as standard with an unintrusive lane keep assist system and front assist. Adaptive cruise control and blind spot monitoring, along with a reversing camera also comes as standard.

All Enyaq Coupe’s are equipped with a 13-inch central infotainment touchscreen, which includes sat-nav and wireless smartphone connectivity. The system is easy to use and incorporates the car’s climate control functions, which can be accessed at anytime via a row of icons at the bottom of the display.

A smaller 5.3-inch screen is placed in front of the driver, providing speed, range and trip computer functions.

Driveability and range

The Enyaq Coupe is available with three powertrain options. The entry-level 85 uses a 77kWh (useable) battery and a 286PS electric motor that drives the rear wheels. The maximum range for this model is 365 miles (WLTP).

Stepping up to the 85x adds a second electric motor and the reassurance of all-wheel-drive. It gives similar acceleration, with the same 286PS output as single motor models. The range drops to 333 miles.

The range-topping vRS has an output of 340PS and a maximum range of 341 miles. Bespoke suspension and body styling add to the sportier nature of this model.

The 85 provides ample performance and can accelerate from 0-62mph in 6.5 seconds. It delivers its power progressively, rather than like a slingshot, but doesn’t feel sluggish. The throttle pedal has a long travel, making it easy to moderate the power delivery.

The vRS is more spritely but doesn’t feel significantly more powerful from behind the wheel. It's still a very refined car.

We found 300 miles to be achievable from the 85, with the car happily returning close to 4.0mi/kWh at motorway speeds.

The Enyaq Coupe is easy to drive with a relaxed nature, good visibility and light and responsive controls. There’s a degree of firmness to the suspension, which gives stability in corners and at higher speeds, but doesn’t affect comfort levels too much.

There are three levels of regenerative braking, plus an adaptive mode where the car will use an appropriate amount of recouperation based on the upcoming road or traffic conditions.

Company car tax and running costs

Prices start at a touch under £47,000 and all Enyaq Coupes attract a 2% benefit-in-kind (BiK) charge. For the cheapest derivative, drivers will pay as little as £15 per month (20% taxpayer). You can compare company car tax and running costs by clicking here.

The twin motor Sportline Plus variant costs £50,305 and will attract a BiK charge of £17 per month.

Running costs for the Enyaq Coupe 85 Edition, over a typical four-year (80,000-mile) cycle, are 46p per mile, which places the Enyaq Coupe slightly above the Enyaq SUV and VW ID4 but still among the cheapest in its segment.

Charging speeds

3-pin plug: 39hrs

7kW wallbox: 12hrs

11kW AC: 7.5hrs

135kW rapid: 29mins (0-80%)

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