Introduction to the 2026 Skoda Peaq
Following on from the considerable success of the Enyaq and Elroq electric cars, the Skoda Peaq serves as a flagship electric SUV for the brand that is in many ways an alternative to the existing Kodiaq. The Peaq is longer and offers buyers the choice of five- or seven-seat layouts with more space inside, plus it debuts a new exterior design direction for Skoda.
Pros & cons of the 2026 Skoda Peaq
Pros:
• Sleek and modern design
• More than 600 kilometres of range
• Five- or seven-seat options
Cons:
• Could prove to be expensive
• Third row isn't very roomy
• Average battery and charging performance
Exterior & design of the 2026 Skoda Peaq
• Longer than a Skoda Kodiaq
• Clever aerodynamic features
• Kicks off a new design era
The Peaq is more than just an electric Kodiaq; it's an entirely different flagship SUV that rolls out a new era of design language for Skoda. This will also be seen in the smaller Skoda Epiq. Although the new look was influenced by the Vision 7S concept car's design, the Peaq moves the game on a bit more.
Although the Peaq is in the SUV body style, it looks less rugged than the Kodiaq beneath the light disguise shown here - its bodywork is smoother and more aerodynamic.
Being fully electric means it forgoes the conventional radiator grille up front and will wear a version of the 'Tech-Deck Face' that can already be seen on the Skoda Elroq, framed by T-shaped daytime running lights and LED headlights.
There are some subtle details if you look closely enough, such as diagonal air-curtain slots in the front bumper and the extension to the leading edge of the front wheel arch inner that helps air pass more cleanly down the side of the car.
To help with extending the range as much as possible, the door handles retract to sit flush against the bodywork, too.
Part of the aerodynamic package includes a vertical rear end and, because of the overall length and wheelbase, in side profile the Peaq looks almost half MPV and half SUV.
A thick D-pillar at the back adds to the solid stance and we like how there's a large rear window ahead of it to provide a greater sense of space to those in the rearmost row.
Depending on version, the Skoda Peaq will ride on wheels ranging from 19 inches to 21 inches in diameter.
Dimensions of the 2026 Skoda Peaq
Length: 4,874mm
Width: 1,867mm
Height: 1,664mm
Wheelbase: 2,965mm
Interior, practicality, tech & comfort of the 2026 Skoda Peaq
• Recycled materials throughout
• 13.6-inch vertical display
• 935-litre boot
Most of the Peaq's interior will remain hidden until the world premiere, but we can confirm that it is a spacious cabin and features some new technology that we haven't seen on previous Skodas to date.
Expect the interior upholstery options to follow what can already be seen in the Enyaq and Elroq, but with a higher proportion of recycled and sustainable materials - totalling 50kg - used throughout.
This includes a new 'Techtona' material that is an alternative to leather and will come in black, or a light grey colour called 'Ceramique'.
Getting comfortable in the driver's seat
Our prototype was equipped with an electrically adjustable driver's seat that felt comfortable and supportive in all the right places. The steering adjustment was also good for rake and reach.
Infotainment and technology
The Peaq will feature a 10-inch digital instrument display and a new 13.6-inch vertical touchscreen that runs an Android-based infotainment system.
This will harness the Google Play Store, enabling owners to download many of their favourite apps directly to the car, such as YouTube and Spotify.
Google Maps supports the navigation and will be able to indicate to the driver how much battery range will be remaining at the chosen destination, suggesting charging stops along the way if required.
The Peaq is also fitted with several USB-C charge ports and a new type of wireless charging pad that uses a magnetic base to keep the phone held firmly in place as it charges, while also avoiding any heat build-up.
Skoda is partnering with Sonos, the home audio equipment company, to create what it describes as an immersive three-dimensional sound inside. Another first for Skoda is the fitment of a panoramic sunroof with 'Dynamic Shade Control'. It contains nine segments with polymer dispersed liquid crystal technology that turn opaque when there is a different electric current passed through.
Practicality around the cabin
Skoda hasn't been shy about making the Peaq as practical as possible. Some of the old favourites are there such as the umbrella in the door and the ice scraper in the charging port flap.
There are plenty of storage areas around the cabin and those in the rear will also get charging ports to keep their devices topped up.
Rear-seat passenger space
Our time was spent in the five-seat variant of the Peaq, but we did get the opportunity to try out the seven-seat version. The middle-row seats benefit from a flat floor across the car and very good levels of legroom and headroom.
In the case of the seven-seat version, the middle row can slide forward to create more space behind, and it is required as the third-row seats don't have massive amounts of legroom, especially for adults. Getting in and out of the rearmost row does require some effort too. These seats will be best left to the smaller children.
Fitting child seats to the 2026 Skoda Peaq
Despite being available as a seven-seater, the Skoda Peaq comes with only three ISOFIX mounting points in total. One is in the front passenger seat and the remaining two are in the outer rear seats in the middle row.
Boot space in the 2026 Skoda Peaq
Even in its seven-seat guise with the third row in place, the Peaq has 299 litres of storage, rising to 890 litres when the two rearmost seats are folded down.
If you opt for the five-seat version of the Peaq you get more space again at 935 litres, and if you fill the boot right up to the roofline it totals 1,010 litres.
You also get a frunk underneath the bonnet - a first for any Volkswagen Group MEB car - which holds 37 litres.
Towing with the 2026 Skoda Peaq
It will be possible to tow with the Skoda Peaq, with a 750kg unbraked capacity and up to 2,000kg with a braked trailer.
Performance of the 2026 Skoda Peaq
• Rear- or all-wheel drive
• 0-100km/h in as low as 6.7 seconds
• Feels good to drive
There will be three models to choose from when the Skoda Peaq launches. The first is the Peaq 60 which gets 204hp from a single, rear-mounted electric motor. It does 0-100km/h in a respectable 8.6 seconds.
The mid-range car is the Peaq 90, which is the first of the longer-range models, and this gets a 285hp electric motor. Topping the range is the Peaq 90x, which uses the same larger battery but adds an electric motor to the front axle to provide an all-wheel-drive setup. Power output rises to 299hp while from 0-100km/h drops to 6.7 seconds.
Driving the 2026 Skoda Peaq prototype in Como, Italy
Words by Dave Humphreys on 29 March 2026
While the scenery of Como might look pretty, its congested and narrow streets proved an interesting test for the Skoda Peaq. Being just shy of five metres long doesn't make it an ideal car in such an environment but it did give an opportunity to prove how good the car's surround sensors are and how good the outward visibility is; large door mirrors provide excellent visibility in support of the 360-degree camera system.
Threading the Peaq through the winding streets makes you aware not only of its width but also its length and, despite the lack of any rear-wheel-steering setup, it generally feels manoeuvrable.
We didn't get an opportunity to see how it performs at higher speeds or on the motorway, so we'll hold off on commenting specifically on efficiency or refinement until we get a proper drive in it, but the initial indications are that it feels smooth and somewhat refined at lower speeds.
Both the steering setup and suspension feel quite similar to the other Volkswagen Group electric vehicles', while overall comfort is good and the suspension soaks up bumps with ease.
Range, battery, charging and running costs of the 2026 Skoda Peaq
• 63- and 91kWh battery options
• Up to 620 kilometres of range
• 28 minutes to charge
Skoda builds the Peaq on the latest version of the Volkswagen Group's MEB platform architecture which already underpins the Enyaq and Elroq models, but it uses higher energy density batteries.
Battery options and official range
The Skoda Peaq 60 is the entry point to the lineup, using a 63kWh battery to provide an official range of 438 kilometres.
Moving up from that is the Peaq 90 which gets a 91kWh battery and has the longest driving range at 620 kilometres. The Peaq 90x uses a dual-motor setup with the same 91kWh battery to give an official range of 613 kilometres.
Real-world range and efficiency of the Skoda Peaq
Our time behind the wheel of the Peaq prototype was quite short and limited to lower speeds so it's hard to give a clear idea of what the real-world energy consumption will be like in a broader sense, but in this instance, we saw an average of just over 21kWh/100km.
Charging up the Skoda Peaq
All versions of the Skoda Peaq get 11kW AC charging as standard. The Peaq 60, which uses the smaller battery, has a maximum DC-charge rate of up to 165kW, which enables a 10 to 80 per cent charge in 24 minutes in ideal conditions.
The large battery in the Peaq 90 and 90x sees the car get a maximum DC-charge rate of 200kW, which can recharge it from 10 to 80 per cent in as little as 28 minutes.
Servicing the Skoda Peaq
Skoda offers inclusive servicing and maintenance packs for its electric vehicles, and it is sure to extend this to the Peaq when it goes on sale.
Skoda Peaq warranty
You get a three-year warranty on a new Skoda with the first two years at unlimited distance - and a 150,000-kilometre limit for the third year. Separately, the high-voltage battery is covered by an eight-year or 160,000-kilometre warranty up to 70 per cent of its energy capacity.
Irish pricing & rivals to the 2026 Skoda Peaq
• Pricing still to be confirmed
• Sportline version coming
• Choice of three powertrains
We don't have pricing information yet for the Peaq, though we expect it to sit above the Skoda Enyaq in the range. Once the car is fully unveiled later in this year we should have a better indication of price.
Verdict - should you buy the 2026 Skoda Peaq?
Our first taste of the Skoda Peaq felt like it was only scratching at the surface of what the car is capable of, but it made a positive first impression. There isn't a huge number of seven-seat electric SUVs on sale, so it will be a welcome addition to the marketplace, though we do wish there were a bit more space in its third row. That aside, it ticks the right boxes in terms of battery options and driving range, and the interior space throughout the rest of the cabin and its onboard tech puts the Skoda back on its front foot.
FAQs about the 2026 Skoda Peaq
Will there be a high-performance RS version of the Peaq?
It's too soon to say just yet, but with there already being a dual-motor variant of the Skoda Peaq, there could be scope to develop a higher performance RS version. That decision will be driven by customer demand.
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