The Skoda Epiq arrives with a very clear idea: proving that a small electric car does not have to feel limited. The Czech brand has chosen an urban SUV format, but with a boxy design and a strongly practical approach. Although it shares its technical base with future models such as the Volkswagen ID. Polo and Cupra Raval, the Epiq aims to stand out by offering a greater sense of space, stronger everyday usability and a design closer to Skoda’s larger electric SUVs.
At 4.17 metres long, the new Epiq sits in a particularly interesting area of the European market. It is almost the same length as a Fiat 600e, but its taller and squarer design should allow it to make better use of interior space. The most striking figure is the boot capacity, at 475 litres, a very strong number for an electric car of this size. This is joined by a small 25-litre front trunk and additional interior storage compartments that reinforce its family-friendly and functional character.
The range will be based on the front-wheel-drive MEB+ platform, a more affordable evolution of the Volkswagen Group’s electric architecture. The entry-level version will use a 38.5 kWh LFP battery, with 37.5 kWh of usable capacity, enough to deliver around 310 km of WLTP range. Above it, there will be a 55 kWh NMC battery, with 51.5 kWh usable, allowing the Epiq to reach up to 440 km WLTP. That range already makes it a realistic option for buyers looking for an urban EV without giving up the possibility of medium-distance trips.
The interior will follow the same practical and easy-to-use philosophy. Skoda has designed a minimalist cabin, but not one that relies excessively on the central screen, combining digital solutions with physical controls and haptic wheels. The brand keeps its “Simply Clever” approach with wireless phone charging, dedicated storage areas, bag hooks, latches and hidden compartments under the boot floor. The idea is clear: to offer an urban electric car that is still ready for families and users who need a functional vehicle in everyday life.
Performance will depend heavily on the chosen version. The base model will offer 114 hp and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 11 seconds, a suitable figure for mainly urban and suburban use. Higher variants will increase output to 133 hp and 208 hp, with the most powerful version reaching 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. In all cases, the Epiq will be front-wheel drive, as this platform is not designed for all-wheel-drive configurations.
One of the most relevant aspects for the Spanish market is that the Skoda Epiq will be manufactured at the Volkswagen Navarra plant. It will form part of the Volkswagen Group’s new family of urban electric cars, a project designed to make electric mobility more accessible through four affordable models from three different brands. Its world premiere as a production model is expected in mid-2026, strengthening Spain’s role within the group’s electric strategy.