Updated Škoda Enyaq vRS gains more range and power

Škoda has updated its Enyaq vRS with more range, power more equipment for the 2023 model year.

The 2024 Enyaq vRS will become the fastest accelerating Škoda ever thanks to a 41PS power boost. The increase means that the Enyaq vRS can accelerate from 0-62mph in just 5.5 seconds, a full second quicker than the previous model. Combined output from the car’s dual motors has risen from 299PS to 340PS– the highest output figure ever for a production Škoda model.

A recalibration of the motors and the introduction of new power management software has enabled the new model to ahveive a provisional WLTP range of 340 miles – a 16 mile increase for the coupé (336 miles for the SUV - a 15 mile increase). The battery capacity remains unchanged at 77kWh usable.

Drivers will also be able to charge the Enyaq vRS faster thanks to an increase in DC rapid charging speeds from 135kW up to 175kW. The higher peak speed means that owners will spend even less time recharging their cars. A 10-80% charge on a 175kW or faster DC rapid charger will take approximately 28 minutes – an improvement of 8 minutes.

Škoda is also boosting equipment levels for Enyaq vRS buyers with a number of new features and technologies. These include travel assist and speed assist, walk away locking, rear side airbags, rear window blinds, rear USB-C charging ports and tow bar prep.

Škoda offers two optional equipment packs with the vRS model: Advanced and Maxx. Advanced includes a head-up display (HUD), heated rear seats, heated front windscreen and CANTON sound system while Maxx adds electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, power lumbar support and massage function for the driver’s seat. Maxx also includes Area view camera, Park assist with trained parking, Dynamic Chassis Control, progressive steering and a 3-spoke leather heated sports multi-function steering wheel with paddles for recuperation level selection. The Advanced package costs £2,035 with the Maxx package available for £3,980.