Electric mobility is not the future, it is a tangible reality today. Although there is still a long way to go, the most immediate future of motorsports goes through electric cars. The Skoda Enyaq IV It is the first electric of the Czech brand. A product twinned with the Volkswagen ID.4 which, like all house products, stands out for its price-product ratio.
The Enyaq iV is presented in society in September 2020. It is a 100% electric vehicle, born to never show a combustion mechanism. Its design takes clear inspiration from the rest of Skoda products, and his name, Enyaq, comes from the Irish Gaelic alphabet where "Enya" means essence, spirit or principle.
Technical characteristics of the Skoda Enyaq iV
By its appearance, the second electric of Skoda could be classified as a crossover, but under its sculpted and attractive bodywork it mounts the specific electric platform developed by the Volkswagen Group, the MEB architecture, the same one used by its German brother, and the same one that many models of the conglomerate will use in the not too distant future.
Regarding its dimensions, the Skoda Enyaq iV can be considered a model of the D segment. 4,65 meters long, 1,88 meters wide and 1,62 meters long. To these levels we must add a wheelbase of 2,76 meters, which translates into a very generous interior space for a maximum of five occupants, where the battery is installed right on the floor of the car.
As always at Skoda, Czech engineers make the most of every inch of the car to show better roominess and more cargo space. The boot volume of the Enyaq iV is one of the largest in the segment, with 585 liters of minimum capacity, expandable to 1.710 liters when the second row of seats is folded down in a ratio of 40:20:40
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Skoda Enyaq iV
We have already said that the Skoda Enyaq iV is a 100% electric model. Under its hood we are not going to see a combustion engine, its place is occupied by a state-of-the-art electrical diagram with various battery levels, two powers and with rear or all-wheel drive depending on the version chosen. All units are powered by a centrally positioned, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery.
The access model to the range is represented by the Enyaq IV 80. It has a single motor installed on the rear axle that sends all the force to said axle. It develops 204 horsepower and 310 Nm of torque.. The 77 kWh net capacity battery certifies a range of 533 kilometers in the WLTP cycle. For recharging, it opts for high-power systems, up to 135 kW in direct current and up to 11 kW in alternating current.
At the most performance end of the range is the Skoda Enyaq iV RS. Under the sports acronym of the house, it uses a dual motor scheme with a 77 kW lithium-ion battery that offers a range of 517 kilometers. The set develops a maximum power of 299 horsepower and 460 Nm of torque.. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6,5 seconds and can reach a top speed of up to 210 km/h.
Equipment of the Skoda Enyaq iV
The electric ones are, today, an article very focused on sustainability and technology. The Enyaq iV enjoys both concepts, and receives for itself the most advanced systems that Skoda is capable of conceiving. All this presented in a very balanced interior in terms of qualities, where a minimalist style is committed to minimizing the physical buttons of the car, something that is not always positive.
For the Enyaq iV, Skoda has modified its classic distribution of finishes. enjoy the levels Sportline and VRS. In each of them, not only the number of systems is modified, but also the exterior appearance, offering special finishes with wheels between 16 and 21 inches. It is worth noting an extensive program of driving aids and active safety elements that give it a level 2 autonomous driving capacity.
As far as equipment is concerned, Skoda has not left anything in the warehouse. He has equipped everything he could and a little more. This interior made from recycled materials is completed with the presence of elements such as: Full LED headlights, Head-Up Display, keyless entry and start, state-of-the-art connectivity, digital instrument panel, induction charger, WiFi connection and much more. plus. All this remains centralized in a large screen, 13 inches, which dominates the entire upper part of the dashboard.
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The Skoda Enyaq according to Euro NCAP
Correspondingly, in 2021 Euro NCAP puts the safety of the Skoda Enyaq to the test. The safety evaluation body of the automobile fleet in Europe catalogs it with its five safety stars. After the harsh crash tests, the results obtained were: 9,4 in adult passenger protection, 8,9 in child passenger protection, 7,1 in pedestrian vulnerability, and 8,2 in the control and operation of assistants. to driving.
Rivals of the Skoda Enyaq iV
Little by little the range of electric is growing. Most of the brands are taking their first steps in the electric mobility market, and that is why we see that diversity is beginning to emerge more and more. The Skoda Enyaq iV faces a discreet but popular list of enemies who to stand up to. Among those rivals are: Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model 3, KIA e Niro, Ford Mustang Mach-e, Hyundai ioniq 5. Kia EV6 y SEAT el-Born. On a higher level, within the premium market, we can see other models similar to the Czech cut, such as the Audi e-tron, Jaguar I PACE and Mercedes EQC.
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Skoda Enyaq iV price
Skoda has always been shown as a general brand with a great price-product ratio. The Czech manufacturer seeks to give the maximum possible for a contained price, and that strategy extends to its second electric. The starting price of the Skoda Enyaq iV is 39.000 euros, without offers or promotions. That price corresponds to an Enyaq 60 iV with base finish. At the moment only that option and the 80 iV variant will be available, whose starting price is 45.000 euros. The rest of the range will arrive later, once the year 2021 is released.
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