Skoda Elroq Electric SUV Arrives in Israel, Offering European Alternative
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
The Skoda Elroq, a new European electric crossover, has launched in Israel starting at 183,000 shekels, offering an alternative to more expensive EVs and rising gasoline prices. It features a spacious interior, good performance with 190 hp, and a claimed range of 442 km, though real-world tests yielded 380-400 km. While praised for its practicality and European build quality, its price is higher than comparable Chinese models, and some interior controls, like climate, are criticized.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- The Skoda Elroq electric crossover is now available in Israel, priced from 183,000 shekels.
- It offers a European alternative to Chinese EVs, competing with models like the BYD Atto 3.
- The Elroq boasts a spacious interior, 190 hp electric motor, and a claimed range of 442 km.
- Real-world range tests achieved 380-400 km, while its price is higher than many Chinese competitors.
- The vehicle is praised for practicality and build quality but criticized for touchscreen climate controls.
The Skoda Elroq, a new electric crossover, has launched in Israel, aiming to provide a European option in the growing EV market, particularly as gasoline prices rise. Priced from 183,000 shekels, it is positioned as a more accessible alternative to its larger sibling, the Skoda Enyaq, which previously left the Israeli market due to high pricing and has now returned starting at 210,000 shekels.
The Elroq competes with other non-Chinese EVs like the Toyota C-HR+ (from 180,000 shekels) and Kia EV3 (from 170,000 shekels), though it remains more expensive than comparable Chinese models such as the BYD Atto 3 (from 155,000 shekels) and Deepal S05 (from 150,000 shekels).
Despite its name, the Elroq is not small, measuring 4.49 meters long and 1.88 meters wide, making it slightly larger than the BYD Atto 3. The interior offers a classic Skoda layout with a 13-inch infotainment screen and a 5-inch digital instrument cluster. However, the reviewer noted that climate control operation still relies on the touchscreen, requiring drivers to take their eyes off the road, a point of criticism for an otherwise user-friendly cabin. The car features comfortable seats, including massage functions even in the base model, and ample rear-seat space suitable for three child seats.
Cargo capacity is a strong point, with a 470-liter rear trunk and a small 21-liter front trunk for charging cables. The Elroq comes equipped with 7 airbags, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane keeping assist, though some advanced features like automatic high beams and rear cross-traffic alert are absent. The electric powertrain delivers 190 horsepower, achieving 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. Skoda claims a range of 442 km, with the reviewer achieving between 380-400 km on a single charge.
Overall, the Elroq is described as a well-rounded and practical electric vehicle with good ride comfort, handling, and performance, representing a solid European offering. However, its price point is considered somewhat high, especially when compared to more powerful and longer-range Chinese competitors. The review suggests that with rising gasoline prices, electric vehicles like the Elroq are a viable and worthwhile consideration for family car buyers.