Motoring

Flagship powertrain fails to thrill in Skoda’s Enyaq electric SUV

The high-performance, RS version of the Enyaq SUV needs to be more than just an illuminated face

Skoda Enyaq iV RS: although the new model provides a little more power, it has the same suspension set-up as the Enyaq Sportline

The Enyaq iV electric SUV has been a hit for Skoda, and with good reason. It’s a car that combines range, practicality and quality. Now the Enyaq is also getting a modicum of performance. Skoda’s RS badge has already achieved legendary status among enthusiasts, fitted to numerous go-faster models, but will it make the most powerful Enyaq iV SUV the one to have?

Skoda already debuted this RS powertrain on the Coupe version of the ...