Flagship Skoda Enyaq Sportline iV 80x unveiled

Skoda has released pictures and full information on the new Skoda Enyaq Sportline iV 80x that will become the range-topping variant of the Czech brand's all-new battery-powered mid-size SUV, at least until the sportiest RS arrives.

Coming equipped with two electric motors that drive each axle, total power for the 2021 Skoda Enyaq Sportline iV 80x is 195kW and 425Nm of torque, a healthy increase over the two 60-series variants that produce 132kW/310Nm and 150kW/310Nm.

Unsurprisingly, the extra power has had a big impact on performance, with the 0-100km/h time falling to 6.9 seconds.

Top speed is identical to the rear-drive versions, limited to 160km/h.

Later on, a faster RS version will be introduced that gets 225kW/460Nm that's capable of a 0-100km/h dash in 6.2sec and a 180km/h top speed.

Powering the 80x is a 77kWh lithium-ion battery that provides for a 460km range and is compatible with 125kW DC fast-charging that can top up the batteries from five to 80 per cent in a claimed 38 minutes.

Available with the Sportline trim that's also offered on lesser models, the Enyaq Sportline iV 80x gets a sportier chassis tune that sees it sit 15mm lower at the front and 10mm lower at the rear, with specific springs and dampers.

Variable-ratio steering and adaptive dampers will also be available as an option.

Outside, you'll pick out the Enyaq Sportline iV 80x as it comes with gloss black highlights for the grille, front bumper air curtains, door mirrors, window frames, roof rails, rear spoiler and rear diffuser.

The Sportline also gets LED matrix headlights, plus a different front bumper that incorporates a larger intake, honeycomb grille and chin spoiler.

Large 20-inch alloy rims are standard, but bigger 21s are also optional.

Inside, the Enyaq Sportline iV 80x bags a three-spoke steering wheel, sport seats, 13-inch infotainment system and a faux leather-wrapped dash.

Finally, a black headliner, aluminium pedals and dashes of carbon-fibre trim complete the sporty updates.

Options for the flagship pure-electric Skoda include a head-up display, self-parking feature and semi-autonomous cruise control.

On sale next year, Skoda is likely to beat stablemate Volkswagen to market with a next-generation battery-electric vehicle in Australia, pipping both the Volkswagen ID.3 hatch and ID.4 SUV.

Local pricing and specs are expected closer to its 2022 debut, but it's tipped the cheapest rear-drive versions will be available from around $60,000.