Of all the cars to be released on the platform, the Skoda Enyaq came closest to getting things right the first time. Yes, there were still slight ergonomic frustrations, and it could be a little too expensive in some trims, but interior quality was excellent and the drive was solid.

In the years following their initial releases, the MEB cars have received improvements to their powertrains, their charging rates and, most importantly, their interior functionality. All of these updates have been applied to the Enyaq, making it a more convincing prospect today than when it was first released in 2021.

Tester’s notes

As is becoming very fashionable among SUVs, the Enyaq is available in both a standard body style and the more rakish Coupé option pictured here. I’d go for the former every time.

Yes, the Skoda Enyaq Coupé offers very slightly more range than the standard Enyaq SUV, but it’s also roughly £2,000 more expensive, and it’s expected to lose a little over two per cent more of its original value after three years than the SUV. In other words, you’re unlikely to ever recoup the original cost back through its small efficiency gains.

Head-to-head

On the road
Kia has softened the suspension slightly for the EV6’s mid-life refresh, but it’s still more unsettled than most rivals, including the Skoda. Unfortunately the Kia is no more fun to drive in return. While the EV6’s steering is precise, family EVs such as this are too heavy to be truly entertaining. We much prefer the Skoda’s approach; there’s no intent to be sporty, and as a result it’s a more relaxing drive.