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Škoda Reveals Peaq, a Seven‑Seat Electric Flagship

Priced below €50,000 in many markets, the Peaq signals Škoda's push upmarket with no U.S. launch planned.

Overview

  • Škoda has unveiled the Peaq as its largest vehicle to date, a three‑row, seven‑seat electric SUV that prioritizes interior space with a 116.7‑inch wheelbase and generous cargo volumes even with all seats in place.
  • The model offers two usable battery sizes—about 63 kWh and 91 kWh—with WLTP ranges up to roughly 398 km for the large‑battery rear‑wheel‑drive variant.
  • Charging is limited by the Volkswagen Group MEB 400‑volt architecture to peak DC rates of about 160–199 kW, and Škoda quotes 10–80% fast‑charging times of about 27–28 minutes.
  • All variants support bidirectional charging for vehicle‑to‑load (V2L), vehicle‑to‑home (V2H) and vehicle‑to‑grid (V2G) use, with Škoda specifying that V2H and V2G require a certified wallbox for full functionality.
  • Škoda is positioning the Peaq as a premium, well‑tested flagship with options like AGR seats, a Sonos system and an electrochromic roof, aiming to undercut rivals in Europe while evaluating launches in markets such as India and Australia.