Just like automotive journalists from around the world, WRC2 World Champion Emil Lindholm got behind the wheel of the brand-new Škoda Elroq RS during the model’s first media drives. He captured his impressions with a 360° camera – check it out!
The 2022 WRC2 champion took the Elroq RS on a drive through Prague and the Czech countryside, showcasing just how versatile Škoda’s new sporty EV truly is. From cobbled city streets to winding country roads — and even a quick stop for his favourite pastrami sandwich — Lindholm puts the car through its paces.
Starting at Prague’s Václav Havel Airport, Emil first comments on the design, which reflects Škoda’s new Modern Solid language: “Up front, there’s the Tech-Deck Face grille and a sportier RS bumper with signature black accents we know from other RS models,” he notes the details.
He then heads into the heart of the city, where centuries-old cobblestones put the Elroq’s chassis to the test. “The Elroq RS is comfortable, quiet, and handles the tight and narrow city streets with ease,” says Lindholm before pulling over in Dlouhá Street for a quick bite of the sandwich.
Back on the road, he praises the cabin comfort: “These sporty seats are amazing — they’ve even got a massage function. Super comfy and they really hold you in place.” But for Emil, it’s the technical tweaks that really matter on a sporty drive. With a lowered sport suspension, 21-inch wheels, bigger brakes, and progressive steering, the Elroq RS is built for more than just urban cruising. “It all comes together perfectly on twisty roads,” says Emil, adding: “The car feels planted, and the damping is spot on — there’s no body roll at all in corners.”
Lindholm’s verdict on the Elroq RS? “The compact size and 340-horsepower output are a great match,” he says. “I’m not surprised it’s already a hit.”
