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Skoda Unveils Peaq, a Seven‑Seat Electric Flagship SUV

The Peaq positions Skoda in the premium full‑size EV segment, offering long claimed ranges, fast charging capability, new luxury‑focused features.

Overview

  • Skoda revealed the Peaq on Tuesday as its largest and new halo model, a three‑row seven‑seat SUV built on Volkswagen Group’s updated MEB+ architecture.
  • The Peaq will be offered in three variants (60, 90, 90x) with two battery sizes (63 kWh and 91 kWh) and manufacturer‑claimed WLTP ranges up to 647 km for the 90 rear‑wheel‑drive version.
  • Skoda says fast DC charging can take the 91 kWh pack from 10–80% in about 28 minutes at up to 199 kW and the 63 kWh pack from 10–80% in about 27 minutes at up to 160 kW.
  • The model introduces Skoda firsts and upscale kit such as the gloss‑black ‘Tech Deck’ face, powered flush door handles, a 13.6‑inch vertical Android infotainment screen, a 16‑speaker Sonos system, an optional Relax package and bidirectional V2L/V2H/V2G charging.
  • Skoda supplied practicality and safety figures including 299 litres of boot with seven seats, 935 litres in five‑seat mode, a 37‑litre frunk, ten standard airbags and ADAS; the company and local outlets have signalled UK pricing from about £51,980 with a September on‑sale target and are evaluating India and Australia launch paths.