Skoda Peaq (2026 - )

Skoda has a new flagship model. It’s a seven-seater, all-electric model called the Peaq and it’s quite the impressive all-rounder.

While the Peaq is offered with a choice of batteries elsewhere in Europe, here in the UK it comes with just the highest capacity 91kWh unit that can deliver up to 390 miles on a single charge.

However, customers can choose between three well-equipped trims called SE L, Edition and SportLine with all models sold with rear-wheel drive badged as the Peaq 90, but also offered in all-wheel drive guise in the top two specifications which gain the 90X badging.

Pricing starts from £51,980 and rises to £60,380, which makes it Skoda’s most expensive vehicle to date, but after a few hours driving from Munich Airport across the border into the picturesque Austrian Alps region, the price-tag seems more than justified.

We were testing the high-end Peaq SportLine with two-wheel drive, costing £58,280.

Powering our Skoda Peaq was the 91kWh battery with an electric motor on the rear axle for rear-wheel drive. With a power output of 286PS and 545Nm of torque, the car can reach 62mph from a standing start in 6.9 seconds and maxes out at 111mph. That’s pretty swift work for a family seven-seater that weighs in at just below 2.5 tonnes. And, the headline figure, has to be the range of 391 miles on a single charge.

The all-wheel drive model is a fraction quicker thanks to the added motor on the front axle, but the range drops to around the 370-mile mark.

As expected, the Peaq cruised effortlessly on the super smooth German autobahns with ample power on tap to overtake at short notice. But where it really impressed us was out on the twisting Alpine roads. It was agile, grippy and fizzed along with absolutely no sign of any body sway.

We did find the brakes felt a tad spongy, which takes a little getting used to, but that was our only minor gripe. The all-round driver visibility is excellent, which is a plus point as you cruise through picturesque ski villages, and there is all manner of parking aids to help you squeeze the Peaq into the tightest of spaces.

Drive modes alter the dynamics and these are called Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport and Individual, while there are steering wheel paddles to adjust the strength of the regenerative braking with a single pedal function that will bring the car to a complete stop. And with 15 settings for the dynamic chassis control alone, it’s a car that can be fine-tuned to an individual’s exact preferences.

Taking its inspiration from the Vision S concept car, the Skoda Peaq is certainly a looker. Despite stretching almost five metres in length, it is perfectly proportioned with sleek streamlining and plenty of eye-catching features. There are the new front and rear T-shaped lighting signatures as first debuted on the recently-launched Skoda Epiq, along with flush door handles (another first for the Czech carmaker), LED Matrix headlights, an illuminated Tech-Deck face with light band and our test car was riding on 20-inch black alloys. 

Being the SportLine version, it also boasted lots of added black detailing, such as black bumpers, a spoiler, two-tone paint and a black roof. Although our car didn’t feature it, we must mention the optional panoramic electrochromic glass roof that is divided into nine sections. It’s the largest panoramic glass roof ever fitted to a Skoda car and is only available on SportLine trims as a £1,910 extra.

Moving inside, the interior is very chic and upmarket with sports seats upholstered in a top-quality micro suede and leather-like material. These seats are powered and, along with the steering wheel, can be heated for added comfort. There are memory settings and even a massage function which is always appreciated on longer journeys.

Skoda wanted to create lounge-like comfort on wheels and they have pretty much succeeded with the Peaq, especially if customers opt for the Relax package, costing £1,800 extra. Whilst waiting for the vehicle to charge, the seats can be reclined, there are automatic leg rests and the added luxury of super-soft headrest cushions.

The main focal point within the cabin is an upright 13.6-inch screen offering easy access to the many on-board features, including the in-built sat nav, smartphone connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, DAB radio, a SONOS sound system (which part of the Relax package upgrade), Bluetooth and lots more besides.

A smaller screen behind the three-spoke, multi-function steering wheel clearly shows the important driving data, including range, speed and battery charge levels, with a head-up display also showing the vital numbers.

The interior of the Peaq is exceptionally comfortable and, thanks to the mix of physical and touchscreen shortcuts, its easy to navigate the on-board technology.

The Skoda Peaq has plenty of road presence stretching 4,874mm in length. It is 2,119mm across (including mirrors), 1,664mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,965mm. The interior is absolutely massive with ample room for seven – we actually asked a couple of six footers if they could get in and out of the pair of rear seats and they completed the task with ease. Generally, the back seats on a vehicle such as the Peaq would only be suitable for children.

The boot has a powered tailgate with a practical kick sensor, meaning it can be opened by waving your foot beneath the rear bumper – this is handy if you’re laden down with shopping bags. With seven seats in use, there is a storage capacity of 299 litres, but this increases to 890 litres with those rear seats folded flat to the floor. If extra room is needed, the second row of seats fold in a 40:20:40 formation and storage room increases to 2,075 litres.

Additionally, a frunk beneath the bonnet can hold a further 37 litres, which is ample room for the charging cables. And throughout the cabin, you will find a practical glovebox, a large area beneath the centre console, seat back pockets, wide door bins with space for a bottle, six cup holders, USB ports for all occupants and twin wireless charging pads.

Speaking of charging, the Skoda Peaq’s 91kWh battery can be boosted from 0-100 per cent via an 11kW AC point in nine hours, or from 10 to 80 per cent in 28 minutes if using a 199kW DC rapid charger.

With family breaks in mind, the rear-wheel drive Peaq can tow a trailer or caravan weighing up to 1.8 tonnes, increasing to 2.0 tonnes for all-wheel drive versions, and the car has Vehicle-to-Load capability meaning it can power up external appliances such as e-bikes, coffee machines, camp lights and laptops etc.

With just the single battery choice here in the UK, pricing for the Skoda Peaq is fairly straightforward. The entry-level Peaq 90 SE L model is only sold with rear-wheel drive and this costs £51,980. The Peak 90 Edition is £55,130 with the 90X model seeing an increase to £57,230.

SportLine grades are £58,280 for the Peaq 90, as tested, increasing to £60,380 of the Peaq 90X model.

As is the case with all EVs, the first-year road tax charge is just £10 and this increases to the standard fee of £200 after 12 months. But, as the Peaq exceeds the government’s £50k EV threshold for the Expensive Car Supplement, owners will need to find an extra £440 from years two to six.

The Benefit-in-Kind rating of just four per cent will be attractive for would-be business owners and we are still waiting for insurance group ratings to be announced.

For added peace of mind, the Peaq is sold with Skoda’s standard three-year, 60,000-mile warranty, but this does increase to eight years or 100,000 miles of cover for the battery.

Skoda is certainly on a roll at the moment with the Peaq following hot on the heels of the excellent Epiq – the company’s smallest EV. And the Peaq continues that momentum and some.

It looks stunning without being garish, is modern and packed with technology, drives beautifully and boasts a great range between charges. And it is bursting with safety features and advanced driver assistance aids, so we expect it to secure a maximum five-star Euro NCAP safety rating when tested.

Yes, the price-tag may cause a few gasps – after all, this is a Skoda. But in our opinion, its quality justifies the premium price-tag, and the Peaq is a clear indication of just how seriously Skoda is taking its drive towards an electrified era.