The MEB Platform and the Unexpected Winner 2019. Volkswagen Group headquarters in Wolfsburg. Management announces the plan: the MEB platform – costing 7 billion euros – will be available to all brands in the group. VW gets the ID.4, Audi the Q4 e-tron, Seat the Cupra Born, and Skoda... "Skoda will get the platform last" – whispers in the corridors say. "They'll make a cheaper version of the ID.4 with less range." The Czechs from Mladá Boleslav have different plans. "We'll make an SUV that's more practical than the ID.4, cheaper than Audi and... better than both." Sounds like banter between divisions? In 2020, Skoda reveals the Enyaq and everyone goes silent. Car of the Year 2021 in the Electric SUV Category Skoda Enyaq debuts in September 2020 and immediately collects awards. Car of the Year 2021 in the electric SUV category, the title "Best Electric for Families" from Autocar magazine, Red Dot award for interior design. Media writes: "Skoda did something VW failed to do – created a practical EV with spacious interior, large trunk, and reasonable price." But the real story doesn't start with awards. It starts with the problem engineers had to solve: how to fit a 77 kWh battery in an SUV with a 585-liter trunk? Four Batteries, One Problem: How Skoda Learned to Charge The Enyaq's 2020 premiere was a huge success... with one but. Standard DC charging was only 50 kW. To unlock 125 kW, you had to pay several thousand zloty extra for a "fast charging package". Testers from Fastned wrote: "At 50 kW, charging the Enyaq 80 from 10% to 80% takes over an hour. That's too long." Volkswagen knew it was a mistake. In 2021, Skoda announces that all new Enyaqs will get 120-125 kW charging as standard. No extra cost. And then something interesting started. 2024 Facelift: When the Enyaq Got Even Faster 2023. Skoda announces the Enyaq facelift and introduces three changes that transform the car: 1. New rear axle motorIn the 85 and 85x versions, power increases from 150 kW (204 HP) to 210 kW (285 HP). Acceleration? 5.7 seconds 0-100 km/h in the 85x. 2. Battery preheatingA feature missing in previous versions. Now, if you enter a fast charging station in navigation, the Enyaq automatically preheats the battery to optimal temperature 30 km before the stop. 3. DC charging up to 175 kWIn the 85x and RS versions, charging power increased from 135 kW to 175 kW. Time 10-80%? Only 28 minutes – faster than VW ID.4 (36 minutes with 170 kW). Testers from Elektrowoz.pl comment: "Skoda not only matched the VW ID.4. It surpassed it." Long-Distance Test: 1200 km Across Europe in Winter January 2024. A journalist from Auto Motor und Sport decides to test the Enyaq 85x on the Munich-Warsaw-Munich route (1200 km). Conditions: -5°C, highway 130 km/h, heated seats + blower. Results: Average consumption: 22.3 kWh/100 km (WLTP: 18.1 kWh) Range on highway: ~345 km (city: ~450 km) Charging stops: 3× ~30 minutes (10-70%) Energy cost at Ionity: ~€22 for full charging 10-80% Key observation:"Enyaq maintains a flat charging curve. At a 150 kW charger, it achieves 135 kW from 10% to ~40%, then drops to 110 kW at 50%, 85 kW at 60%, 65 kW at 70%." Battery Degradation: What the Data Shows ADAC test from October 2023: Enyaq 80x (previous generation, 77 kWh) after 100,000 km showed: Battery capacity: 71.4 kWh out of 77 kWh net (7.3% degradation) Average consumption: 19.8 kWh/100 km (WLTP: 18.5 kWh) Real-world range: 360 km (WLTP: 416 km) Conclusion? Enyaq's battery degrades slower than competitors (Hyundai Ioniq 5: ~9% after 100k km, Tesla Model Y: ~8%). Where Does the Enyaq Charge Fastest? Tests from different charging networks in Poland (2024): Ionity (350 kW): Enyaq 85x achieves 135-145 kW from 10% to 35%, then ~110 kW to 60%GreenWay (150 kW): ~120 kW from 10% to 40%, then ~95 kW to 65%Orlen Charge (50 kW): full 50 kW from 10% to 80% (version 60 with smaller battery) Summary:Enyaq isn't among the fastest (Tesla Model 3: 250 kW, Hyundai Ioniq 5: 220 kW), but its flat charging curve means predictable stops at 150 kW stations. Which Enyaq Version to Choose? Enyaq 60 (59 kWh, 204 HP, RWD) ✅ Lightest (2010 kg), smallest battery ✅ Range: 431-439 km WLTP (~320-350 km on highway in winter) ✅ DC charging: 120 kW (0-80% in ~33 min) ⚠️ For people driving mainly in the city or short routes Enyaq 85 (77 kWh, 285 HP, RWD) ✅ Best range: 561 km WLTP (~410-450 km on highway in winter) ✅ DC charging: 135 kW (10-80% in ~28 min) ✅ Lower energy consumption than 85x (no 4x4) ⭐ Best choice for most – long range, fast charging, RWD Enyaq 85x (77 kWh, 285 HP, 4x4) ✅ 4x4 drive (better in winter, on wet roads) ✅ DC charging: 175 kW (10-80% in 28 min) – fastest charging ✅ Range: 535 km WLTP (~380-420 km on highway in winter) ⚠️ Higher energy consumption due to 4x4 (+1-2 kWh/100 km) Enyaq RS (77 kWh, 340 HP, 4x4) ✅ Fastest Enyaq: 5.5 seconds 0-100 km/h ✅ DC charging: 175 kW ✅ Sports additions (suspension, seats, styling) ⚠️ Most expensive (from €33,500) and highest energy consumption Enyaq vs Competition: Who Charges Faster? Model Battery DC Power Time 10-80% WLTP Range Skoda Enyaq 85x 77 kWh 175 kW 28 min 535 km VW ID.4 Pro 4Motion 77 kWh 170 kW 36 min 514 km Hyundai Ioniq 5 LR 77.4 kWh 220 kW 18 min 507 km Tesla Model Y LR 75 kWh 250 kW 27 min 533 km Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro 77 kWh 135 kW 38 min 511 km Conclusion: Enyaq 85x charges faster than VW ID.4 and Audi Q4 e-tron, but slower than Tesla Model Y or Hyundai Ioniq 5. AC Charging: Why 11 kW Is the Perfect Power All Enyaq versions have an 11 kW AC charger. This means: Charge Enyaq 85 (77 kWh) in ~7 hours 0-100%Charge Enyaq 60 (59 kWh) in ~5.5 hours 0-100% In practice? Plug in the car in the evening, it's full in the morning. Which Ampere Point Charger to Choose? Since Enyaq accepts 11 kW AC, the sensible choice is: Q11 or P11 – 11 kW mobile chargers ⭐ ✅ Full utilization of Enyaq's onboard charger power (11 kW) ✅ Charge Enyaq 85 (77 kWh) in ~7 hours ✅ Charge Enyaq 60 (59 kWh) in ~5.5 hours ✅ Both are portable – you can take with you ⚠️ Requires 3-phase 16A installation (red CEE socket) Q11 vs P11 difference: Q11 – version with adapters, mobile app P11 – lower price, charging from industrial socket, no app If you can't decide: Choose Q11 with adapters – maximum flexibility. ❌ DON'T choose Q74 (7.4 kW) for Enyaq – it's wasting the potential of a car accepting 11 kW.❌ DON'T choose Q37 – charging for 20+ hours makes no sense with a car having 59-77 kWh battery. If you can't decide: Choose Q11 with adapters for maximum flexibility. 👉 Q11: Portable Charger 11 kW👉 P11: Portable Charger 11 kW Frequently Asked Questions Can I charge the Enyaq from a 230V outlet?Yes, but it's the slowest option (~2.3 kW to 3.7 kW, over 30 hours for full charge). Use only in emergency situations. How many times per week do I need to charge? 30 km/day: 1× per week 60 km/day: 2× per week 100 km/day: 3× per week Does the Enyaq charge slower in winter?Yes. At temperatures below 0°C, energy consumption increases by 20-30%, and DC charging power can drop by 10-20 kW (if the battery is cold). Is it worth paying extra for 85x instead of 85?If you drive in winter, on wet roads, or off-road – YES. 4x4 drive gives better traction. But if you drive mainly city/highway – RWD (85) is sufficient. How long is the battery warranty?Skoda gives 8 years or 160,000 km battery warranty. After this period, capacity won't drop below 70%. Can I charge the Enyaq at Tesla Supercharger stations?Yes! Enyaq has a CCS2 connector and since 2024 can charge at selected Tesla Supercharger stations in Europe (power up to 175 kW in 85x/RS). Summary Skoda Enyaq is one of the best-designed electric SUVs on the MEB platform. After the 2024 facelift, it charges faster than VW ID.4, has a larger trunk, better interior finish and… costs similarly. Who is the Enyaq for? Families looking for a spacious EV People valuing practicality over gadgets Drivers traveling 100-300 km daily Key charging advantages: ✅ AC charging 11 kW = full battery in ~7h ✅ DC charging up to 175 kW (85x/RS) = 10-80% in 28 min ✅ Flat charging curve = predictable stop times ✅ Battery preheating before charging Is it worth it? If you're looking for a practical EV without overpaying for Audi luxury – definitely yes. Need a charger for Enyaq? 👉 Q11: Portable Charger 11 kW👉 P11: Portable Charger 11 kW Contact us:📧 Email: hello@amperepoint.pl Sources Elektrowoz.pl - "Skoda Enyaq iV będzie w standardzie pozwalać na ładowanie z mocami do 120 lub 125 kW" (2021) Elektrowoz.pl - "Skoda Enyaq iV i krzywa ładowania. Przy 50 kW do 50 kW, przy 150+ kW do około 130 kW" (2022) E-mobilni.pl - "Skoda Enyaq 2024. 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