The Enyaq iV RS is the answer of Skoda to the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX. The new model is the more practical brother of the Enyaq iV RS Coupé, but with a more traditional rear and a larger load capacity. Like this, it is the sportiest aspect of the electric SUV from the Czech Republic. For this reason, its aesthetic is more aggressive and striking, to accompany a plus of energy.
Starting with its design, the RS stands out from the rest of the Enyaq iV range thanks to its alloy wheels. “Taurus” 20 inch or “Vision” 21-inch, specific to this version. The designation emblems on the front fenders, the full-width rear reflector, and the exclusive exterior tone HyperGreen combined with shiny black details combine to finish attracting attention. Oh, and Matrix LED headlights are standard, as are the illuminated taillights and grille, while a panoramic sunroof is optional.
But the highlight of the Skoda Enyaq iV RS is the 585 liter trunk, being 15 liters wider than in the Enyaq Coupe iV RS, and can grow to 1,710 liters by folding the rear seats. Sporty interior tints include a set of sports seats with integrated head restraints and a microfiber upholstery “Sweden” (optional perforated leather), as well as faux carbon fiber trim on the dashboard and door panels, plus aluminum covers and rubber pedal pads.
The standard equipment is quite generous in this finish, logical if we take into account that it is the highest finish in the Enyaq iV line. The screens cover a 5.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 13-inch infotainment system. Tri-zone climate control also comes along, as does LED ambient lighting, a wireless charging pad, and plenty of driver-assist systems (ADAS). However, there are some optional details like the head-up display and the 12-speaker sound system.
Turning to what’s under the skin, the Skoda Enyaq RS iV’s electric motors produce a combination of 299 hp (220 kW) and 460 Nm. This is more than the 245 hp (180 kW) of the Octavia RS with internal combustion engine, making it the most powerful Skoda model to date. The battery, which is floor mounted and has 82 kWh (77 kWh net), achieves a range of 500 kilometers in the combined cycle, and can be charged from 10 to 80% in just 36 minutes using a fast charger with a maximum power of 135 kW.
The SUV’s drag coefficient (Cd) is 0.265, which is pretty good, though worse than the coupe sibling’s 0.234 cd. Despite the subtle and worse aerodynamics, the normal Enyaq iV RS retains the same time from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 180 km/hwhich is 20 km/h more compared to the other versions of the Enyaq iV.
Also sits closer to the ground: by 15 mm at the front and 10 mm at the rear with the help of the lowered sports suspension. For those who want the best of both worlds, they should optionally order the Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC). With him, in addition to the four driving modes main (Eco, Comfort, Normal and Sport)the driver also has access to the profile Tractiondesigned for unpaved roads or slippery surfaces that offers constant full available torque at low speeds, no more than 20 km/h.
Source: Skoda
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