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Skoda Peaq First Drive Confirms Space and New Tech in Brand’s Largest EV

An early review points to a roomy, composed three-row that broadens Skoda’s EV lineup.

Overview

  • Autocar’s first drive reports a 170 mm longer wheelbase with 58 mm more second‑row legroom and 84 mm more in the third row, plus 299 litres of cargo or 935 litres with the third row folded.
  • The cabin adds brand firsts including a 13.6‑inch vertical touchscreen, one‑pedal driving, vehicle‑to‑load power, and an electrochromatic panoramic roof.
  • Driving impressions describe a composed, easy‑to‑place SUV with steering that masks its size and a 9.9‑metre turning circle on rear‑wheel‑drive versions.
  • Skoda does not offer air suspension, and the test car used steel springs with optional adaptive dampers that provide 14 levels of adjustment.
  • Skoda quotes 0–62 mph in 7.1 seconds for the tested spec, and a separate report from GaadiWaadi says higher‑trim variants target over 600 km range with 10–80 percent fast charging in under 30 minutes.