New Skoda Peaq: the 7-seat electric SUV

Skoda has never built anything this big. Unveiled on 23 June at the summit of Mont Salève, the Peaq becomes the Czech brand's flagship: nearly 4.90 m long, seven seats, a 935-litre boot and up to 644 km of range. It is also the most expensive model in its history, starting at €56,460. Enough to shake up the Peugeot e-5008, Kia EV9 and Tesla Model Y? Here is what the official figures say.

A flagship in the truest sense

The largest Skoda ever built

The Peaq measures 4,874 mm long and 1,867 mm wide, with a 2,965 mm wheelbase. It is 12 cm longer than the combustion Kodiaq and 21 cm longer than the electric Enyaq. Against its rivals, it has 8 cm on both the Peugeot e-5008 and the Tesla Model Y.

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Its story began in 2022 with the Vision 7S concept, which introduced the Modern Solid design language. Four years on, the production version carries over its cues: a black Tech Deck front panel in place of a grille, a T-shaped light signature, and flush door handles, a first for Skoda.

A cabin that plays the lounge card

This is where the Peaq breaks new ground. Skoda talks about a lounge on wheels, and for once the marketing line rests on something concrete. The boot holds 935 litres in the five-seat layout and rises to 2,150 litres with the seats folded. In seven-seat mode, 299 litres remain behind the third row, plus a 37-litre frunk under the bonnet, ideal for storing charging cables.

The seven-seat layout comes as standard, with the five-seat version offered at no extra cost. That is no small detail: it changes the technical data, notably the 0 to 100 km/h time and the payload.

The rest follows the Simply Clever philosophy the brand is known for: umbrellas in the doors, a removable tablet, a screen cleaner, a ticket holder on the windscreen. And one clever touch, wiper blades with washer nozzles built into the arm.

Powertrains and range: two versions

What the spec sheet really says

Be wary of the figures doing the rounds. Skoda quotes ranges, not single values, because range depends on the wheels, the configuration and the equipment. Here is the official data.

Source: official Skoda Peaq MY2027 pricing, as of 23 June 2026, updated 26 June. Range figures vary with the trim, the wheels and the configuration.

Both versions share the same lithium-ion battery of 91 kWh gross, or 86 kWh usable, built into the floor between the axles. The Peaq sits on the Volkswagen Group's MEB+ platform, with a drag coefficient between 0.246 and 0.270 depending on the configuration. Decent for an SUV of this size, without being exceptional.

Weight, the figure everyone forgets

Here is the real trade-off with this Peaq: it weighs between 2,309 and 2,529 kg empty. That is the price of space, because seven genuine seats, a record boot and an 86 kWh battery do not fit into a light body. Consumption reflects it, at 15 to 18.6 kWh/100 km.

Charging: 199 kW, but on 400 volts

An honest figure, a deliberate technical choice

The Peaq accepts up to 199 kW on DC, enough to go from 10 to 80% in 28 minutes. A solid mid-pack figure, roughly the length of a 20-minute coffee break on a long trip.

But let's be clear: the Peaq stays on a 400-volt architecture, whereas the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9 bet on 800 volts. A platform choice driven by cost, which caps charging power against those rivals.

On AC, the onboard charger delivers 11 kW, roughly 9 hours for a full charge on a three-phase wallbox, and close to 11 h 40 on single-phase 7.4 kW. At our fast-charging stations, the Peaq will draw its 199 kW at peak: in the time it takes for a coffee, you get back most of your range.

Bidirectional charging, but V2L only

The Peaq comes with V2L as standard, letting you power an external device from the battery: an e-bike, a caravan, tools. A 230 V, 3.6 kW socket even sits in the boot. The official pricing, however, mentions only V2L, not feeding power back to the grid. The press goes further here than Skoda documents.

Price and range: three trims

The official price list

Prices incl. tax as of 23 June 2026, before any purchase incentives. The Plus trim will be available to order later. Seven-seat layout as standard, five seats at no extra cost.

These prices are before incentives. In many European countries, purchase incentives can bring the bill down; their form, amount and conditions vary from market to market, so it is worth checking what applies in your country when you order. Our article on the cheapest electric cars reviews the most affordable models around.

What each trim includes

The entry-level Clever is already well equipped: three-zone climate control, hands-free powered tailgate, heated front seats with memory, a 13.6-inch portrait screen with navigation, Digital Cockpit, ten airbags and Travel Assist 3.0.

The Sportline mainly adds style: 20-inch wheels, a light bar between the headlights, adaptive Matrix LEDs, a 360° camera. The Plus, due later, moves up a notch with an electrochromatic panoramic roof, Relax massaging seats, a 16-speaker Sonos system and a head-up display.

The options trap

One point worth your attention: the heat pump is a €1,130 option on every trim. On a family electric car meant to be driven in winter, it is the single piece of equipment that does the most to limit range loss in the cold. In our view, it is not optional.

The other significant options are the Technology Pack at €1,600, the Relax Pack at €1,570, the Driver Assistance Pack at €1,220 and the electrochromatic panoramic roof at €1,930. A well-equipped Clever quickly passes €60,000.

Is it worth the wait?

The case for

Interior space is in a class of its own: a wheelbase of nearly 3 metres, seven genuinely usable seats, a 935-litre boot. The 644 km of maximum range put it ahead of the Kia EV9 Long Range, and standard equipment is generous from the Clever up. Battery warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km, assistance for 7 years.

The case against

Price, first: €56,460 for the entry version, about €5,000 more than a Peugeot e-5008. Weight next, with up to 2,529 kg weighing on consumption. And finally the 400-volt architecture, which limits charging against the Korean rivals. And the 644 km is a lab figure: expect 10 to 25% less in real-world use, as our article on electric car range explains.

Frequently asked questions about the Skoda Peaq

"When can I get one?"

Orders have been open since 23 June 2026, with first deliveries in October. The Peaq will make its public debut at the Paris Motor Show, from 12 to 18 October 2026. The Plus trim will open to order later.

"Why do I see 611, 628 and 644 km depending on the site?"

Because these are different versions. Skoda quotes 553 to 644 km for the rear-wheel-drive Peaq 90, and 527 to 611 km for the all-wheel-drive 90x. Within each range, the figure depends on the wheels, the trim and the five- or seven-seat layout. Always check the exact configuration you are ordering.

"Does it charge quickly?"

From 10 to 80% in 28 minutes at a DC fast charger, with a peak of 199 kW. That is mid-pack, without being a record: its 400-volt architecture places it behind the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, which run on 800 volts.

"Are seven seats really usable?"

Thanks to a 2,965 mm wheelbase, the third row is more welcoming than on many rivals. It still suits teenagers better than tall adults over long distances. Switching to five seats is free and frees up 935 litres of boot space.

"Does it come with a heat pump as standard?"

No, it is a €1,130 option on every trim. Yet it is the equipment that does the most to limit range loss in the cold on an electric car. We recommend ticking the box.

"Who are its rivals?"

The Peugeot e-5008, about €5,000 cheaper, the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, both on 800 volts, and the Tesla Model Y, which does not offer seven seats with rear-wheel drive. The Volvo EX90 plays a notch above.

A big SUV deserves a big network

Seven seats, an 86 kWh battery and 199 kW taken at peak: the Peaq is built to eat up the miles. You just need to be able to charge without a second thought. Our fast-charging stations cover major routes and retail parks, with pricing shown before every session and locked in until the end. Charge at the station, pay as you would at home.

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Written by Nicolas, mobility expert at Electra