Skoda Elroq 85 vs BMW iX3 30 eDrive

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 studio car image
Skoda

Elroq 85

2026 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Skoda Elroq 85 6.6 s Runner-up: 6.8 s
Range winner Skoda Elroq 85 573 km Runner-up: 465 km
Power winner Skoda Elroq 85 285 hp Runner-up: 281 hp
Cargo winner BMW iX3 30 eDrive 520 L Runner-up: 470 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 against the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.6 seconds, compared with 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 has the higher listed output at 285 hp; 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is rated at 281 hp, a difference of 4 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 at 545 Nm and 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive at 400 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 carries the longer listed range at 573 km, against 465 km for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the lower recorded consumption at 14.8 kWh/100km; 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 is listed at 15.2 kWh/100km. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 150 kW, compared with 135 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 520 litres versus 470 litres, a difference of 50 litres. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive carries the higher towing rating at 1,200 kg, while 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 is listed at 1,000 kg. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is 267 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Skoda Elroq 852026 BMW iX3 30 eDrive2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.6 s6.8 s
Top Speed180 km/h180 km/h
Power285 hp281 hp
Torque545 Nm400 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range573 km465 km
Battery77 kWh68.7 kWh
Efficiency15.2 kWh/100km14.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging135 kW150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,488 mm4,755 mm
Ground Clearance171 mm190 mm
Cargo470 L520 L
Curb Weight2,119 kg2,060 kg
Towing1,000 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle9.3 m12.1 m
Starting MSRP$58,675

Skoda Elroq 85 vs BMW iX3 30 eDrive questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.6 seconds, versus 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 180 km/h, approximately 112 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 has more power at 285 hp, a 4 hp advantage over 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive.

Which has more range, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 has the longer listed range at 573 km (356 miles), versus 465 km (289 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 has the larger listed battery at 77.0 kWh, compared with 68.7 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has more listed cargo space at 520 litres (18.4 cu ft), versus 470 litres (16.6 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,200 kg (2,646 lb), compared with 1,000 kg (2,205 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 is heavier at 2,119 kg (4,672 lb), while 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is listed at 2,060 kg (4,542 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 Skoda Elroq 85 or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2026 Skoda Elroq 85 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.