{"id":79399,"date":"2026-05-22T09:01:59","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T08:01:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/?p=79399"},"modified":"2026-05-22T12:02:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T11:02:59","slug":"new-skoda-epiq-to-start-from-e24559","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/index.php\/new-skoda-epiq-to-start-from-e24559\/79399","title":{"rendered":"New Skoda Epiq to start from \u20ac24,559"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Skoda has introduced its most affordable electric vehicle yet, the Epiq compact SUV. <\/p>\n<p>Starting from \u20ac24,559 net of grants, the new Epiq is the first Skoda model to be built on the new MEB+ platform and the brand\u2019s first all-electric model with front-wheel drive. With a claimed\u202frange of around 435km, the Epiq is suited to both city driving and longer journeys.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-79400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Skoda-Epiq-Image-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The compact model features typical Skoda values such as spaciousness and practicality and the 475-litre luggage compartment is among the largest in its class. The Epiq will also be equipped with segment leading features, such as the mobile digital key, Vehicle to Load (V2L) &#038; Vehicle to Home (V2H) capabilities, along with one pedal driving technology.<\/p>\n<p>The exterior design is defined by clean lines and refined details. In addition to the glossy black Tech-Deck Face, a\u202fkey element is the new T-shaped light signature in both front and rear, which will also characterise future Skoda SUV models. <\/p>\n<p>On the inside, the Skoda\u202fEpiq offers a\u202fspacious and functional interior, including durable materials, physical controls and a\u202fwide range of clever features.<\/p>\n<p>Irish customers will have the option of multiple different Epiq trims to suit all driving needs. 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