Škoda has added another gleaming chapter to its electric success story, with the Elroq and Enyaq sweeping top honours at the prestigious Fleet News Awards. In a fiercely contested field spanning both electric and combustion-powered rivals, the Czech marque’s two standout SUVs emerged not just as winners, but as benchmarks for their respective segments.
At the centre of the spotlight is the Elroq, crowned Best Compact SUV and described by judges as nothing short of a class-defining contender. It impressed across the board, blending eye-catching design with everyday usability in a way that feels almost effortless. Its balance of range, affordability and practicality struck a chord with the judging panel, who highlighted its low running costs and compelling whole-life value proposition. In a category crowded with talent, the Elroq didn’t just edge ahead, it pulled decisively clear.
Stephen Briers, editor of Fleet News, summed it up with rare clarity, calling the Elroq a “runaway winner” that gets every key ingredient right. From styling and size to range and aftersales support, it presents a package that feels finely tuned to the needs of modern fleets and private buyers alike.
Mirroring that success, the larger Enyaq claimed top honours in the Mid-size SUV category, reinforcing its status as one of the most versatile electric vehicles on the market today. Where the Elroq excels in compact efficiency, the Enyaq stretches its advantage through breadth of choice and adaptability. With a range that spans entry-level models to sportier derivatives, as well as both two- and four-wheel drive configurations, it offers a spectrum of options that few rivals can match.
Judges were particularly taken with the Enyaq’s ability to wear multiple hats with ease. It’s as comfortable serving as a refined family SUV as it is being repurposed into a practical van for fleet use. That kind of flexibility, paired with strong range figures and generous specification levels, helped it stand out in one of the industry’s most competitive segments. Recent updates to the line-up, along with eligibility for government incentives on selected models, only strengthened its case.
These latest accolades add to an already formidable trophy cabinet for both models. The Elroq, in particular, has been on a remarkable run, collecting major titles including overall Car of the Year at the Auto Express New Car Awards and Best Family Electric SUV at the What Car? Awards. Its momentum signals not just a successful product launch, but a shift in expectations within the compact SUV class.
Meanwhile, the Enyaq continues to demonstrate enduring appeal, recently earning recognition at the What Car? Electric Car Awards as the Best Used Electric Family SUV. It’s a nod to its long-term value and reliability, qualities that matter just as much as headline-grabbing specifications in the real world.
Together, these victories underline Škoda’s growing authority in the electric vehicle space. The brand has moved beyond simply participating in the EV transition and is now actively shaping it, delivering products that resonate with both fleet operators and everyday drivers. The Elroq and Enyaq are not just winning awards; they are quietly redefining what buyers can expect from electric SUVs in terms of value, versatility and overall polish.
