Skoda Auto has officially ignited series production of its new all-electric entry model, the Epiq, at the Volkswagen Navarra plant in Pamplona, Spain, marking a historic milestone as the first Skoda model ever to be manufactured outside the Czech Republic and the brand’s most accessible electric vehicle to reach global markets. Celebrating its world premiere on May 19 in Zurich, Switzerland, the Epiq now joins the Electric Urban Car Family from Volkswagen’s Brand Group Core (BGC), alongside the CUPRA Raval and Volkswagen ID. Polo and Volkswagen ID. Cross, forming a cross-brand product campaign that brings competitive electric entry-level vehicles to European customers.
Priced at approximately €26,000, the Epiq represents Skoda’s strategic cornerstone for bringing electric mobility to the dynamic entry-level segment, offering great value for money designed for real life while welcoming new customers, including those seeking something a step above mainstream offerings. As the brand’s first car built on the new MEB+ platform and its first model to fully embody the Modern Solid design language, the Epiq will play a key role alongside the upcoming Peaq in doubling Skoda’s electric portfolio in 2026, following the record sales of the Enyaq and Elroq across Europe that prove progress can be both inspiring and accessible.
A Historic Manufacturing Shift: Production Begins in Spain
Launching production of the new Škoda Epiq is nothing less than a historic moment for the Czech brand, as Klaus Zellmer, CEO of Škoda Auto, emphasized during the announcement. With the momentum of Brand Group Core behind it, Skoda is making fully electric driving more reachable than ever, combining great value for money, real-life design, and readiness to welcome new customers who want something a step above current offerings. Over the past years, Enyaq and Elroq have reached record sales across Europe, proving that progress can be both inspiring and accessible while establishing Skoda’s credibility in the electric vehicle segment.
The Epiq is the first Škoda model ever to be produced in Spain, a step that highlights the strength and adaptability of the group’s production network, according to Andreas Dick, Škoda Auto Board Member for Production and Logistics. By efficiently balancing capacity across the Volkswagen Group, Skoda can support the ramp-up of key electric models while maintaining high production quality and competitive costs, all of which directly benefit customers. This strategic approach allows Škoda Auto to retain its own production capacity at Czech plants for other high-demand models while enhancing flexibility in responding to shifts in demand across vehicle segments.
The Volkswagen Navarra plant, located on the outskirts of Pamplona in northern Spain, is one of the Group’s key production sites, founded in 1965 and having produced more than ten million vehicles since becoming part of the Volkswagen Group in 1984. It's nearly 5,000 employees who build more than 1,400 cars daily, and until now, the plant has produced Volkswagen models with combustion engines, the Taigo and T-Cross. The production programme is now being expanded to include the all-electric Škoda Epiq, with another electric model, the Volkswagen ID. Cross, soon to follow, demonstrating the site’s high degree of flexibility with combustion-engine and all-electric vehicles assembled on the same production line.
Modern Solid Design: Skoda’s Visual Revolution for the Electric Age
The Epiq marks a visual revolution as the very first series model to fully adopt Skoda’s next-generation Modern Solid design philosophy, fundamentally distinguishing it from the internal combustion engine Skodas customers have traditionally seen on sale. Key characteristics of this theme include the Tech Deck Face, a glossy black front panel that replaces the traditional open grille to house advanced assistance sensors, and T-shaped LED elements that create a sharp signature lighting layout gracing both the front and rear profiles of the vehicle.
Upfront, the Epiq replaces the traditional ‘butterfly’ grille with a glossy black Tech-Deck Face and introduces slim T-shaped LED DRLs, a new lighting signature that will become a defining feature of future Skoda SUV models. The main LED headlight units extend downward from the DRLs, linked by a black trim piece in the bumper, while below this, the Epiq features a front bumper with eight vertical slats and a silver skid plate that adds rugged SUV character. Aerodynamic elements such as active cooling shutters, air curtain channels, a flat underbody, rear diffuser, and roof spoiler help the Epiq achieve a drag coefficient of 0.275, improving the SUV’s efficiency significantly.
The Epiq rides on 17- to 19-inch wheels depending on variants, getting dual-tone outside rear view mirrors, black roof rails, body-coloured pull-type door handles, and slim black body cladding extending over the wheel arches. At the rear, it gets slim T-shaped LED taillights with ‘Skoda’ lettering between them, while the bumper design remains minimalistic with a similar eight-slat design. The vehicle is offered in six colour options, including a distinctive Timiano Green hue alongside red, white, silver, grey, beige, and black hues, with specific colour names yet to be announced.
Skoda will also bring an Epiq First Edition, a limited launch model arriving shortly after the standard Epiq goes on sale, based on the top-spec Selection trim and coming exclusively with the Epiq 55 powertrain as well as exclusive design elements. Its distinctive styling includes Navajo Orange accents on the exterior and interior, a black roof, exclusive 20-inch alloy wheels, orange stitching, sports pedals, and a First Edition badge that marks its limited production status.
Compact Dimensions with Outstanding Interior Practicality
Measuring exactly 4,171mm in total length, 1,798mm in width, and 1,581mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,601mm, the compact vehicle slots perfectly into crowded urban environments while delivering space optimization that rivals vehicles from much larger segments. The Epiq is nearly as big as the Skoda Kushaq, just a little short in terms of length, height, and wheelbase, making it ideal for city driving where nimble handling in tight environments matters.
Despite its compact footprint, clever space management allows the Epiq to deliver immense practical value. The standard boot yields 475 litres of storage capacity, expanding to a massive 1,345 litres when rear seats are folded flat, ensuring buyers do not sacrifice convenience when choosing a compact electric drivetrain. The Epiq offers an additional 25-litre front storage compartment under the bonnet, known as a frunk, while storage space throughout the cabin exceeds 28 litres with compartments in the doors, centre armrest, and glovebox providing ample daily storage for luggage and groceries.
The interior of the Skoda Epiq sports a clean and minimalist dashboard layout with intuitive physical and digital controls, available in multiple cabin theme choices including Studio, Loft Grey, Loft Mint, and Suite options. The Epiq is the first Skoda production model to use exclusively animal-free materials, with seat upholstery made from 100 percent recycled polyester, while Techtona, a durable leather alternative, is used on the dashboard, door panels, and higher trim levels. Higher trims add ambient lighting, embossed textures, and premium materials such as suede upholstery, while rear passengers get a rear centre armrest, rear AC vents, and rear USB-C ports with up to 60W output.
Battery Engineering, Performance Variants, and Rapid Charging
The Skoda Epiq is powered by two battery options with three power variants, giving customers a wide selection to suit their needs from entry-level commuting to performance-focused driving. The Epiq 35 features a 38.5 kWh battery pack with 115 PS power and 267 Nm torque; the Epiq 40 offers a 55 kWh battery with 134 PS power and 267 Nm torque, while the flagship Epiq 55 delivers 210 PS power and 290 Nm torque with the same 55 kWh battery pack. Power configurations range from an entry-level 85kW setup to a high-performance 155kW variant, with the top speed capped at 150 kmph for smaller battery options and 160 kmph for the bigger battery.
The flagship variant delivers a highly impressive driving range of up to 440 kilometres on a single charge, providing confident road trips without range anxiety for everyday use and longer journeys. When plugged into a compatible high-power direct current station, the battery can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 24 minutes, minimizing waiting time at roadside charging stations and making electric driving practical for time-conscious users. All variants feature front-wheel drive, ensuring efficient power delivery and optimized energy consumption for urban and highway driving conditions.
Different traction-battery versions and power variants from 85 to 155 kW give customers the versatility required for everyday use, while the Epiq’s advanced safety and assistance systems include features from higher vehicle classes for even greater safety and comfort. The vehicle’s drag coefficient of 0.275, achieved through aerodynamic engineering, improves efficiency and extends range, demonstrating how Skoda balances performance with environmental responsibility in the electric age.
Premium Features, Simply Clever Solutions, and Advanced Safety
The feature list of the Skoda Epiq includes a 13-inch Android-based infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone auto AC, wireless phone charger, an optional panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, electric sunshades, and a 10-speaker sound system that delivers premium audio quality. It also gets EV-specific charging tech like V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) and V2V (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) charging, enabling the Epiq to power external devices or even charge other electric vehicles in emergencies.
As is typically known of Skoda, the Epiq comes with a bunch of Simply Clever Features that include an umbrella in the driver’s door, a snow scraper in the tailgate, a charging cable bag, and an easy-open cupholder, practical solutions that reflect Skoda’s philosophy of designing cars for real-life use. Safety technology features seven airbags, a 360-degree camera system, park assist, front and rear parking sensors, and an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that provides comprehensive protection and convenience for drivers and passengers alike.
The safety tech positions the Epiq competitively against rivals while offering features typically found in higher vehicle classes, demonstrating Skoda’s commitment to making premium safety accessible in the entry-level electric segment. The combination of advanced infotainment, practical Simply Clever solutions, comprehensive safety systems, and EV-specific technologies like V2L and V2V charging makes the Epiq a well-rounded electric SUV that addresses both current needs and future possibilities in electric mobility.
Conclusion: Skoda’s Commitment to Mass Market Electrification
The launch of series production for the Skoda Epiq highlights the brand’s clear commitment to mass-market electrification, offering an attractive starting price of €26,000 alongside premium features that deliver great value for real-world users. Positioned as the brand’s smallest and most affordable EV with a driving range of up to 440km, it is well-positioned to become a dominant choice for global car buyers transitioning to green mobility while doubling Skoda’s electric model range in 202.
The Epiq represents more than just a new model, it embodies Skoda’s strategic vision for accessible electric mobility, combining European design excellence, practical functionality, advanced technology, and competitive pricing in a compact SUV format that addresses urban needs perfectly. As the first Skoda model produced in Spain and the first built on the MEB+ platform, the Epiq demonstrates how Volkswagen Group synergies enable cost-effective production while maintaining quality standards that customers expect.
With production now underway at the Volkswagen Navarra plant, the Epiq is ready to reach global markets and establish Skoda as a serious competitor in the entry-level electric SUV segment. Whether in Europe’s mature EV market or India’s rapidly growing electric mobility landscape, the Epiq appears capable of delivering exactly what buyers need: practicality, design, technology, and everyday usability combined with the appeal of European engineering. The Epiq’s launch marks a pivotal moment in Skoda’s evolution from a traditional ICE manufacturer to a forward-thinking electric vehicle brand committed to making sustainable mobility accessible to all.
