Skoda has revealed something epic. I'm sorry, I'll read that again — Skoda has revealed the Epiq, its latest all-electric car (joining the Enyaq and Elroq) and sharing a chassis, motors, and batteries with the likes of the Cupra Raval, the new VW ID. Polo, and the forthcoming VW ID. Cross, both of which are starring (in various forms) at the same Munich motor show this week. It's all part of a fast-growing family of small EVs that now gets its own acronym: VW Group's Electric Urban Car Family (EUCF).
How much will the Epiq cost?
The Epiq is a compact electric crossover, and you can kind of think of it as an EV equivalent of Skoda's long-serving Kamiq. Indeed, Skoda says that it expects the Epiq to have a starting price similar to that of the Kamiq, which would suggest a price tag of just over €29,000, although given that the Epiq will be subject to a lower rate of VRT and quality for grants, it may be cheaper again than that.
How much range will the Epiq have?
Skoda says that the Epiq will have a maximum range of 425km, which is slightly more than arguably its most important rival, the incoming new Renault 4 E-Tech, which launches in Ireland very soon, and about the same as that of the BYD Atto 2. The Epiq will have a 210hp front-wheel drive electric motor, but there is the potential for sportier versions, what with VW having already shown off the new electric ID. Polo GTI this week — that ID. Polo rides on the same 'MEB Entry' electric car platform as the Epiq.
How big is the Epiq?
It's just 4.1 metres long — supermini-sized, really, although a bit taller than a Fabia — but Skoda says that the Epiq can seat five people 'comfortably' and has a 475-litre boot, which is one of the biggest in its class, as is traditional for most Skoda models.
How does the Skoda Epiq look?
Very smart, actually. OK, so it lacks the charismatic retro style of the Renault 4, but the Epiq gets Skoda's 'Modern Solid' design language in the fullest expression we've seen so far, with a toothy-looking set of split grilles up front, and slim LED lights. There's substantial body cladding in black plastic around the lower edges of the Epiq, underlining its SUV style, and the show car is in a new colour called 'Cashmere' matt paint, which looks rather tasty. The split between the hatchback-y upper body and the SUV-y lower body is emphasised with a light-catching 'tornado line' along the side of the Epiq.
Expect the usual big touchscreen inside, but Skoda has said that physical controls will start to make a comeback with the Epiq, which is music to our ears.
When can I have a Skoda Epiq in Ireland?
Not for a bit yet. Skoda says that the first production models won't be rolling out till mid-2026, which gives the Renault and the BYD plenty of time to get their feet under customers' tables.
Will it be worth waiting for? Well, Klaus Zellmer, CEO of Skoda, said: “The Epiq show car offers a concrete glimpse into the next addition to Skoda's successful all-electric family. It embodies the essence of Skoda: modern solid design, a spacious interior within a compact footprint, user-friendly, intuitive digital interfaces, and 'Simply Clever' details that ensure a seamless experience - and above all - at an attractive price point. With the Epiq, we're taking another step towards making electric cars a practical and compelling choice for everyday drivers.“