The new Elroq vRS is Skoda's fastest production vehicle to date | Carscoops

      The dual-motor electric SUV can reach 62 mph in 5.4 seconds, significantly faster than the ICE-powered Octavia and Kodiaq vRS.

      Skoda has unveiled all the specifications for its new Elroq vRS.

      This electric SUV features a 335 hp dual-motor powertrain derived from the VW ID.4.

      It achieves a 0 to 62 mph time of 5.4 seconds and supports charging at 185 kW.

      When Skoda introduced its Elroq electric SUV last October, it didn't disclose any details about the version that enthusiasts were truly interested in—the Elroq vRS. However, today we’ve had the opportunity to see the sporty Skoda both inside and out, revealing that it is the company’s fastest-accelerating production car to date.

      The standard Elroq is available with various single-motor, rear-wheel-drive configurations, with the highest output being 282 hp (286 PS / 210 kW), though a dual-motor Elroq 85x is in the pipeline. The vRS earns its designation by utilizing the 335 hp (340 PS / 250 kW) dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain from the VW ID.4, which shares the same MEB platform.

      A 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) time of 5.4 seconds indicates that the Elroq vRS is a tenth of a second quicker than its larger sibling, the Enyaq vRS, previously the brand’s fastest model. In contrast, the petrol-powered 261 hp (265 PS) Octavia vRS and Kodiaq vRS are slower, each taking 6.4 seconds to reach the same speed, while the most powerful non-RS Elroq completes it in 6.6 seconds.

      A mid-five-second sprint isn’t overly impressive for a modern performance EV, but it’s sufficient to outpace hot hatches like the Honda Civic Type R off the line. However, it won’t keep up with the Honda on winding roads, as the vRS, equipped with revised steering, larger brakes, available DCC adaptive dampers, and a stiffer suspension lowered by 15 mm at the front and 10 mm at the rear, should be more engaging than the RWD Elroq 85.

      Visual enhancements include sporty black accents on the mirror caps, badges, and window trim, along with wheels up to 21 inches wide. Although pedestrians might miss these details as you pass by, they may notice the synthesized sound that accompanies the driving experience. Inside, the cabin features Suedia microfibre upholstery with lime green contrast stitching, carbon-effect trim, a perforated-leather steering wheel, and sport seats with an optional massage function.

      One drawback of all this vRS excitement is the typical reduction in driving range that all performance EVs face compared to their slower counterparts using the same battery. In the case of the Elroq, the battery has a net capacity of 79 kWh and a range of 340 miles (547 km)—a decent figure, although the non-vRS Elroq Edition 85 can extend that range by another 20 miles (32 km), thanks to having only one motor to manage.

      To compensate for this, the vRS benefits from an improved charging speed. Depending on the model, the Elroq can charge at 145, 165, or 175 kW; however, the vRS can utilize 185 kW, reducing the 10-80 percent charging time from 28 minutes to 26 minutes.