Skoda Enyaq vs Toyota bZ4X

The Skoda Enyaq starts from $59,990 before on-road costs, while the Toyota bZ4X opens at $55,990. That makes the Toyota bZ4X the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $65,989 and $61,589 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Skoda Enyaq and Toyota bZ4X hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 94% for the Skoda Enyaq and 88% for the Toyota bZ4X.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 5 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Skoda Enyaq and 7 in the Toyota bZ4X. The Skoda Enyaq adds a 360-degree camera that the Toyota bZ4X misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Skoda Enyaq features a 13-inch touchscreen paired with a 5.3-inch digital dash, while the Toyota bZ4X gets a 14-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Skoda Enyaq stands out with head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats and ventilated seats that you will not find on the Toyota bZ4X. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Skoda Enyaq uses a Electric Motor producing 210kW and 545Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.

The Toyota bZ4X responds with a Electric making 165kW and 266Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.4 seconds.

The Skoda Enyaq has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 165kW. In the real-world sprint, the Skoda Enyaq is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 82kWh (Skoda Enyaq) vs 74.7kWh (Toyota bZ4X), giving WLTP ranges of 575km and 516km. DC fast charging peaks at 175kW (Skoda Enyaq) vs 150kW (Toyota bZ4X).

The Skoda Enyaq measures 4,658mm long on a 2,766mm wheelbase, 32mm shorter than the Toyota bZ4X at 4,690mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota bZ4X generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 585L in the Skoda Enyaq and 452L in the Toyota bZ4X, giving the Skoda Enyaq a 133L advantage.

For towing, the Skoda Enyaq leads with a 1,000kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 250kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Enyaq) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota bZ4X). The Skoda Enyaq has longer coverage.