Is Enyaq The Best EV Under $60K? (Skoda Enyaq 85 Sportline 2026 Review)

Skoda’s revamped and facelifted Enyaq range is the Czech marque’s strongest play against the rapidly expanding mainstream electric SUV and crossover segment that includes Tesla Model Y and BYD Sealion 7. It debuts Skoda’s new Modern Solid design language and kicks off from a low $51K pricepoint in what is now a more practical wagon-centric line-up. Here on test is the goldilox variant in the 85 Sportline wagon, priced from $59,990 before on roads. It’s powered by a 210kW and 545Nm single rear motor, housed in a European designed and built alternative package to the usual array of Chinese-made alternatives. Deputy editor Curt Dupriez takes a deep dive on EV handsome new challenger and discovers a near faultless prospect that deserves to be short listed on your shopping list, whether you’re after an EV or not. Time codes: 0:00 - Intro 0:29 - 2025 5-Seat Family COTY 1:17 - Modern Solid design 1:47 - Finally, a wagon 2:14 - Line up 2:40 - 85 Sportline 3:56 - Boot space 4:20 - Cabin 5:03 - Seats 5:30 - Tech 6:10 - Row two 7:35 - On road 8:00 - Chassis 8:29 - Dual-motor RS? 8:48 - Suspension 10:05 - Gripes? 10:34 - Efficiency 11:07 - Ownership 12:01 - Safety 12:25 – Insurance 12:49 – Verdict As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/user/ChasingC... Chasing Cars on Facebook:   / chasingcarsaustralia   Follow Chasing Cars on Instagram:   / chasingcars.com.au   Chasing Cars is Australia's most independent source of new car reviews, car industry news, comparisons and car guides. We give you a critical look at every new car you should consider! Budget Direct Car Insurance is issued by Auto & General Insurance Company. See PDS & TMD at budgetdirect.com.au