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Renault 4 vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimElectricChange trim249 mi · 52 kWh · £27,195
At a glance
In this comparison, Renault 4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Skoda Epiq counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault 4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault 4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueRenault
Renault
6.7
Skoda
5.5
Motorway RangeRenault
Renault
5.4
Skoda
4
FamilyRenault
Renault
6.5
Skoda
4.5
ChargingRenault
Renault
5.3
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per Mile
Renault
8.9
Skoda
9.2
Too close to call
City Driving
Renault
7.7
Skoda
7.8
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,195 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 249 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 420 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.2 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Renault 4
Skoda Epiq
Length
Renault 44,144mm-56mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm
Width
Renault 41,796mm-2mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm
Height
Renault 41,572mm-9mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,144 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,796 mm (better) | 1,798 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,572 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 604 mm spare (better) | 602 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 164 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 420 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1405 L (better) | 1345 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Renault 4
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 420 L is bigger than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Renault 4 Electric |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.14m | 4.20m+56mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m+2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.58m+9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.60m-23mm |
| Ground Clearance | 181mm | 125mm-56mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 420L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1405L (better) | 1345L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 164mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.68m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,492kg (better) | 1,542kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 249 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,195 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £23,445 (-£3,750) (better) | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 249 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 208 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.2 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 110 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 267 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | Not available | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Renault 4
Electric
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Renault 4 Electric
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Renault 4Electric | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Renault 4
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Skoda Epiq
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Renault 4
- £22,4572026Cars2View
- £20,4992025Cars2View
Skoda Epiq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault 4 worth the extra £2,245 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Renault 4 costs £2,245 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 60 miles more WLTP range and a 1.6s quicker 0-62mph time. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 55 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault 4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Renault 4 or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £2,245 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £2,285 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Renault 4 and Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 208 miles for the Renault 4 and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault 4 goes roughly 50 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Renault 4 or the Skoda Epiq?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 604 mm of total clearance for the Renault 4 and about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Renault 4 or the Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Renault 4 and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That gives the Skoda Epiq a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Skoda Epiq's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Renault 4's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .