Škoda Enyaq: Understanding and Extending Range

1. Pre-condition your Enyaq

A fantastic way to maximise your electric vehicle range is to pre-condition your vehicle. Full EV’s rely on energy from the vehicle battery to power electric heaters, so the impact on range can be quite significant, particularly in colder temperatures.  You can pre-condition your Enyaq by setting your daily departure times, and your vehicle will heat or cool its interior to optimum temperature. Pre-conditioning your Enyaq means that when your car is plugged in, power is drawn from the mains and not the car, so it has no impact on your range, and you can start your journey with a fully charged EV.

Whilst this won’t extend your electric vehicle’s range, it will preserve the predicted range available to you at the start of a journey.

The same concept applies when you’re out driving – laying off the air conditioning, heating, seat warmers etc. when possible will help you maintain your electric vehicle’s range.

2. Switch to Eco driving mode

Switching to eco mode is a great way to conserve battery energy and hence extend the Enyaq’s range. When you switch to eco mode, you’ll find that the vehicle typically reduces torque and makes adjustments to climate control systems, sound systems, and lighting. Such modifications, though sometimes can go unnoticed, contribute to extending the Enyaq’s range

3. Utilise recuperation wherever possible

Recuperation, most commonly known as regenerative braking, is a technology used in electric vehicles (EVs) to capture and store energy that would otherwise be lost during braking. Enyaq can recuperate by recovering kinetic energy from the wheel axles and converting it to electric charge. This means when braking or coasting, the energy created is in effect fed back into your battery helping to maximise range. REcuperation is most effective when driving in the cities since there are more breaking opportunities and lower air resistance.

Watch the video on or read our blog recuperation to understand more.

4. Practice efficient driving

No matter the type of vehicle, even traditional Ice vehicles, the way you drive has an influence on the vehicle’s range. Another way you can ensure you’re maximising the Enyaq’s range is to drive efficiently, which can be achieved by:

• Accelerating gradually
• Avoiding harsh braking
• Utilise regenerative breaking
• Activating cruise control, which helps to maintain a consistent speed with less braking and accelerating

5. Check your tyres

Maintaining your tyre pressure is important in any vehicle – especially an EV. Correctly inflated tyres help to reduce rolling resistance – one of the primary sources of energy consumption in a vehicle. On the other side, overinflated tyres can also reduce your electric vehicle’s range as they could cause your vehicle to bounce more, in turn increasing aerodynamic drag and reducing efficiency.

Keeping your tyres inflated at the correct pressure allows your EV to perform to its full potential. The correct tyre pressure for your vehicle can typically be found in the owner’s manual or on a sticker, located on the driver’s side doorjamb. If you run into any trouble, visit our showroom and we’ll be able to assist.

6. Get rid of unnecessary loads

If you have any unnecessary load on your vehicle, like bike racks, roof boxes, or baggage that you’re not making use of, consider removing any extra weight. These extra weights can hinder the aerodynamic of your EV and therefore impact electric range.