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Skoda Elroq vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (32,000 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Elroq or VW ID.Polo?

Skoda Elroq vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

Skoda Elroq

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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VW ID.Polo

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Elroq

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 32,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,624 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Skoda Elroq. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq offers markedly more range – reaching up to 574 km, about 120 km more than the VW ID.Polo.

ID.Polo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Elroq offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 211 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW ID.Polo takes 7.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm more.

Elroq

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.Polo is clearly lighter – 1,568 kg compared to 2,036 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers only slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Elroq carries slightly more – 549 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Elroq is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,000
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 441 - 574 km
Skoda Elroq
VW ID.Polo

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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Skoda Elroq

The Skoda Elroq is a sensible, comfort‑focused compact electric SUV that puts a premium on a roomy rear seat, quiet long‑distance manners and straightforward, low‑distraction controls — perfect for families and commuters who value everyday usability. Its practical Simply‑Clever touches and strong value make it a convincing all‑rounder, though those chasing class‑leading fast charging or the most flexible boot space might look elsewhere.

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VW ID.Polo

The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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Skoda Elroq
VW ID.Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,000 - 47,000 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
441 - 574 km
Electric Range
442 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,036 - 2,255 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,576 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,884 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
482 - 549 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
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