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Skoda boosts towing capacity for Elroq and Enyaq, while EV tow cars top 100 models

12.07.2026 01:04 1 min 3 sources
Auto Review NLD + 2 more
Skoda boosts towing capacity for Elroq and Enyaq, while EV tow cars top 100 models
Original source: Auto Review

In Brief

Skoda increased the maximum braked caravan weight for the Elroq and Enyaq. Meanwhile, an ACSI study found the number of EVs capable of towing a caravan rose from 3 in 2020 to over 100 in 2026.

Skoda increases towing capacity

Skoda has increased the permissible braked trailer weight for its Elroq and Enyaq electric vehicles. For versions with the largest battery, the maximum caravan weight rose: for the Elroq from 1000 to 1800 kg, and for the Enyaq from 1200 to 2200 kg. Exceptions are the Elroq 60 and Enyaq 60 with smaller batteries, which retain the previous limits (1000 and 1200 kg respectively). The changes apply only to new cars.

EV tow car market expands

According to an ACSI study, the number of electric vehicles capable of towing a caravan has grown from 3 models in 2020 to over 100 currently. The most affordable model on the Dutch market is the Jaecoo 5 EV with a maximum towing weight of 1250 kg and a price from 30,890 euros. The full list of models will be published on April 15 on the ACSI website.

Owner hesitation remains

Despite the growing choice, only 1.8% of caravan owners use an electric vehicle as a tow car. The main reason is a reduction in range of 50% or more when towing.

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Skoda increases towing capacity for Elroq and Enyaq

24.04.2026 Auto Review NLD Original source

Electric Vehicles for Towing Caravans

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