Used Skoda Enyaq for sale: everything you need to know

The Skoda Enyaq is the Czech brand’s equivalent to the Volkswagen ID.4, but we reckon it’s a better pick than its German cousin, thanks to slightly better practicality and more generous standard equipment levels. And that’s as true for used Enyaqs as it is for new ones, which makes the prices you can now find the electric Skoda for quite tempting indeed.

The Enyaq takes the familiar form of a mid-size family SUV, and combines it with a decent range regardless of which battery option you choose, and performance that will feel brisk to anyone coming from a petrol or diesel equivalent. Skoda’s reputation for good old-fashioned common sense hasn’t evaded it in the move to electric power.

As well as the VW ID.4, the Audi Q4 e-tron is also similar under the skin, but more expensive - while other Enyaq alternatives include the Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5, Nissan Ariya, and the Tesla Model Y.

Should you buy a Skoda Enyaq?

The Skoda Enyaq is one of the easiest electric cars to recommend whether new or used. In that respect, it carries on a fine tradition of similarly sensible models produced by the Czech brand - the Fabia supermini and Octavia family car have always been great choices when you need plenty of car for not much money too.

The Enyaq is slightly larger than a Nissan Qashqai, but is all-electric. Four powertrains are offered, including two rear-wheel drive models with different battery sizes and power outputs, and two all-wheel drive options with the same battery, but more power still. We’ve detailed these below but all provide the Enyaq with a useful range (between 249 and 348 miles) and smooth, quiet, and brisk performance.

It isn’t as quick as some EVs but should be plenty for most family buyers, and the handling is similarly well suited to its intended role. Even the sporty vRS isn’t as fun as a well set-up combustion-powered SUV, but it’s capable, and all are easy to drive.

Practicality is one of the car’s real strong suits, with a large boot, plenty of legroom and headroom for five passengers, and an attractive and straightforward cabin layout. Skoda does offer a few livelier trim finishes too, which look a bit more interesting than the uniform dark grey used as standard.

The Enyaq shares its mechanicals with the Volkswagen ID.4 and Audi Q4 e-tron, but is more practical and better value than both, new or used. If you have an eye on style then the Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are more interesting choices than the Skoda, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E is more fun to drive. As ever, you shouldn’t overlook the Tesla Model Y either, which trails the Skoda in some ways but does perform well and is a doddle to charge on Tesla’s Supercharger network.

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What’s the best used Skoda Enyaq model to buy?

The Skoda Enyaq is one of those electric cars where most people will likely be more than pleased with the most affordable version. With a claimed range of nearly 250 miles, decent acceleration and an equipment list that’s bursting at the seams, the Enyaq 60 makes a lot of sense as a family car, without having to spend extra on more range or greater performance. Of course, if you find one of the longer-range models for a competitive price, we’d have no hesitation recommending it, but the 60s are notably cheaper on the used market.

Used Skoda Enyaq range and performance

• Skoda Enyaq 60: The base Enyaq gets a single electric motor for the rear wheels, making 179PS, for 0-62mph in a claimed 8.4 seconds. The 62kWh battery pack is enough for 249 miles of range in WLTP testing.
• Skoda Enyaq 85: Models badged ‘85’ get both a larger 82kWh battery pack, and a more powerful 286PS rear motor. 0-62mph comes up in 6.5 seconds, and range grows to 348 miles combined.
• Skoda Enyaq 85x: The little ‘x’ suffix on 85 means all-wheel drive, thanks to an extra motor at the front. With the same power but slightly more traction, the 0-62mph time dips slightly to 6.4 seconds, while extra drag reduces range by 20 miles to 328 miles.
• Skoda Enyaq vRS: The most powerful Enyaq makes 340PS, split between the front and rear wheels (with more to the rear), and gets from 0-62mph in 5.3 seconds. With an 82kWh battery pack, range is quoted at 336 miles.

What used Skoda Enyaq trim levels are available?

Opting for the basic Skoda Enyaq will be no great hardship for most drivers, as it has a healthy level of equipment from the off. The inclusion of front and rear parking sensors and a reversing camera as standard is a useful touch, and LED headlights are also welcome. Each trim level is also available with various options, so you may well find a car on sale with more than the equipment listed below.

• The Skoda Enyaq starts the range with 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, a ‘loft’ interior theme, two-spoke leather steering wheel, a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment display, dual-zone climate control, cruise control with a speed limiter, and front and rear parking sensors and a reversing camera.
• The Skoda Enyaq Edition gets matrix LED headlights, heated front seats with electric adjustment and memory for the driver, keyless entry, three-zone climate control, adaptive cruise, rear window blinds, and a tailgate that can open by waving your foot under the rear bumper.
• The Skoda Enyaq Sportline Plus is only available with the 85x powertrain, and gets 20-inch alloys, black sports styling elements, aluminium pedals, a three-spoke steering wheel, microsuede and leather trim, and carbon effect interior trim elements.
• The Skoda Enyaq vRS is the sports model of the range. It gets a different 20-inch wheel design, a red reflector strip at the rear like other vRS models, perforated interior leather trim, sports seats, and a crystal grille design.

Used Skoda Enyaq dimensions and boot size

The Skoda Enyaq’s dimensions are:

• Length: 4649mm (60/85), 4653mm (85x/vRS)
• Width: 1879mm (without mirrors), 2148mm (with mirrors)
• Height: 1620mm (60/85), 1605mm (85x/vRS)

The Skoda Enyaq’s boot size is:

• 585 litres
• 1710 litres with the rear seats folded (to roof)

Used Skoda Enyaq road tax

As the whole Skoda Enyaq range is powered by electricity, you won’t currently have to pay anything in VED or ‘road tax’, giving the Enyaq a big cost advantage over combustion-powered equivalents. This may of course change in the future.

How much is it to insure a Skoda Enyaq?

Skoda Enyaq insurance varies between quite reasonable for an electric family car, and relatively steep. A basic 60 starts in group 24, which rises to 33 for an 85, group 37 for the 85x Sportline, and group 38 for the sporty vRS. This isn’t unusual for a car of its size and performance though - a Nissan Ariya spans groups 31 to 41, while a Kia EV6 goes from group 34 to 45.

Read our full Skoda Enyaq review