► New Skoda Peaq unveiled at last
► Well-conceived 7-seat electric SUV
► Strong value, priced from £51,980

Skoda has finally fully revealed its new flagship electric SUV. The Skoda Peaq is a large seven-seater that takes everything the firm has learned from two generations of Kodiaq and propels it into the electric age – bringing more space and more tech in the process.

If you’re already read our Peaq prototype drive there are no massive surprises here. But we do now have full UK pricing and spec details, info on some of the high-end new kit – including a hi-fi system developed in partnership with Sonos – and the relevant technical specifications.

Plus it’s good to see this thing undisguised. For a car that’s nearly 4.9m long it’s remarkably striking yet restrained to look at on the outside. But the real interest is on the inside, where it offers more space than a Kodiaq and stacks of practicality features, at a price that significantly undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 9.

Modern solid design

Visually, the Peaq represents the first complete realisation of Skoda’s latest ‘Modern Solid’ design language. This is all about minimalism and clean lines, which is reasonably enough to see in the pictures.

Even so, there’s a clear lineage to other recent Skodas – especially the ‘Tech-Deck’ panel in the centre of the nose. Adjacent to this, however, are the new T-shaped headlights, echoed by a similar design at the rear.

The side profile is also arresting. The large rear pillar breaks up the window graphic while the inset wheelarch surrounds subtly disrupt the smooth panel surfacing – conversely made all the more so by Skoda’s first ever flush door handles.

And, yes, while flush handles have been getting a bit of stick in some quarters over safety concerns, these can be operated manually by pressing on the front portion of them. They also contain a capacitor system built-in that retains an electrical charge even in the event of a major accident, meaning they should remain operational in an emergency.

Thanks to these and other aero optimisation, the Peaq achieves a drag coefficient of 0.249. The Ioniq 9 manage 0.259 with its optional digital mirrors; 0.269 without them.

UK battery and motor options

The UK only gets two powertrain options, labelled 90 and 90x. Both feature an 86kWh battery pack (91kWh gross) – elsewhere a smaller 63kWh pack is offered – with the x denoting 295bhp and all-wheel-drive in place of 282bhp and rear-wheel drive.

Maximum combined WLTP driving range is 390 miles, while the maximum charging speed is 199kW – enough to deliver 10-80 per cent in around 28 minutes in optimum conditions. Vehicle-to-load is supported, and the 90x will do 0-62mph in 6.8sec.           

Interior space and practicality

The Peaq has a wheelbase nearly 3m long, which makes a surprising amount of difference to how easy it is to access the rearmost seating row, as well as creating more space for passengers in the middle row as well. This roominess doesn’t completely eliminate boot space, though, as you still get 299 litres with all seats occupied.

This expands to 890 litres in five-seater mode, and a massive 2075 litres with both rear seating rows folded down. There’s a 37-litre frunk under the bonnet that can swallow the load cover as well as accommodate the charging cable.

The largest ever panoramic roof fitted to a Skoda is also the firm’s first to feature dynamic shade control, meaning you can adjust the level of tint at the press of a button.

Tech and simply clever upgrades

An Android-based operating system powers the vertically orientated 13.6-inch infotainment screen, which is complemented by a 10.0-inch digital instrument cluster; an augmented reality head-up display is promised for 2027.

A digital mobile key option allows the use of a smartphone or smartwatch in place of a conventional key, while the wireless phone charging features a 25W Qi2 magnetic locking system.

For the first time on a Skoda the windscreen washer system is built into the wiper blades, and in addition to the usual ticket holder and display cleaner you can add a clever folding table arrangement to the centre console. There’s also a USB port in the back of the rearview mirror, ideal for plugging in a dashcam.

The optional Relax Package includes massaging front seats and extending footrest, and there will be a Sonos sound system – but not until after launch. Which is unfortunate for anyone planning to be an early adopter.

UK trim levels

There will be three UK trim levels for the Peaq: SE L, Edition and Sportline. Even the entry level gets the full Android Auto infotainment system and new wireless charger.

On top of this, SE L comes with 19-inch alloy wheels, heated front and rear seats, heated windscreen and an electric tailgate with ‘virtual pedal’ foot opening system. You also get the digital mobile key functionality.

The Edition adds the 90x drivetrain, upgraded ‘Suite design selection’ interior, matrix LED headlights, 360-degree camera system and sophisticated automatic parking.

Sportline goes up to 20-inch alloys (21s are optional), gets unique gloss black exterior styling and unique ‘Design Selection’ interior styling with sports seats and three-spoke steering wheel. Plus adaptive Dynamic Chassis Control suspension is fitted as standard.

UK Skoda Peaq prices

Pricing for the Peaq starts at £51,980 – significantly less than the £64,995 minimum you’ll pay for an Ioniq 9, though that is perhaps still a slightly more spacious car. You can buy a Mercedes GLB Electric for £46,100, but the rearmost seats in that are a little more occasional than they are in the Skoda. Still, the electric seven-seater market is nothing if not buoyant right now.

The upgrade to Peaq Edition starts at £55,130 while Sportline is available from £58,280. If you want all-wheel-drive and that little bit of extra power, that’s offered on both of these at a premium of £2100. UK orderbooks are set to open September 2026.