Hot Skoda Elroq vRS inbound

• Sporty makeover with Mamba Green option
• Likely to get dual motors and 300bhp
• Priced from around £45,000

Skoda has officially confirmed the arrival of its second electric vRS-badged SUV – and it’s coming much sooner than expected. The go-faster version of the recently launched Skoda Elroq will make its global debut at Milan Design Week on Thursday April 3rd, with the unveiling set to be live-streamed on the brand’s YouTube channel.

Teaser footage released ahead of the reveal gives us our first proper look at the performance-focused SUV. Even in dim lighting some striking features stand out: a gloss-black Tech Deck front grille, vivid Mamba Green paintwork and a chunky new body kit. A set of sporty aero wheels with green accents hints further at the Elroq vRS’s aggressive makeover.

The sporty theme continues inside, where we catch a glimpse of perforated leather on the steering wheel and bespoke sports seats – both proudly carrying the vRS logo. Green contrast stitching completes the performance-inspired interior.

Familiar Elroq foundations, upgraded vRS performance

Skoda is keeping exact technical specifications close to its chest for now, but given how much the Elroq shares with the larger Enyaq, we can make a few educated guesses. Expect the vRS model to use the same 77kWh battery as the top-spec Enyaq, paired with dual motors producing roughly 300bhp. That should see the Elroq vRS sprint from 0-62mph in around six seconds.

Thanks to its smaller, more compact body compared with the Enyaq, the Elroq vRS may also manage a range beyond the Enyaq’s official 323 miles – a big plus for buyers seeking both pace and the flexibility to tackle longer motorway trips.

A sportier drive for the Elroq vRS?

One common criticism of the Enyaq vRS has been its lack of dynamic sparkle. But the Elroq’s more compact size and lower weight could give Skoda engineers the chance to dial in a sharper, more engaging drive – something we’ll be keen to test when we get behind the wheel.

Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer has previously hinted that vRS has a strong future in the brand’s line-up, stating the Enyaq vRS “legitimised” the idea of high-performance electric models. “People are more proud of their cars than ever these days, and yes, they’re willing to spend more,” he added, pointing to strong demand for premium EVs with performance credentials.

Price and launch date

Pricing and full specs will be confirmed following the car’s official unveiling, but a starting price of around £45,000 is likely. That would make the Elroq vRS roughly £10,000–£12,000 more expensive than the entry-level car, and a few thousand above the larger-battery SportLine version.

We’ll bring you more on the Elroq vRS when it’s revealed at the start of April. Watch this space.

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