Skoda Peaq Electric SUV Launches as Brand Flagship With 633-Kilometer Range
Škoda has launched the Peaq, a new all-electric flagship SUV available in five- or seven-seat configurations with a driving range of up to 633 kilometers, according to reporting by iAuto.lv. The vehicle enters the market as a larger alternative to the existing Kodiaq model, measuring 4,874 millimeters in length and featuring a wheelbase of 2,965 millimeters. Production of the Peaq began in early August at the Mlada Boleslava factory in the Czech Republic, sharing a production home with the Enyaq, Elroq, and Octavia models, iAuto.lv reported.
Bavarian Alps Test Drives Reveal Compact Epiq Alongside the Peaq Flagship
Complementing the large Peaq flagship at the opposite end of the electric vehicle lineup is the smaller Epiq crossover, which journalists tested during a two-day drive through the Bavarian Alps and the Austrian Tyrol, according to Kursors.lv. The Epiq utilizes a 37kWh base battery or a larger 52kWh NMC battery, yielding an estimated WLTP driving range of approximately 440 kilometers in its 211-horsepower configuration. While the Peaq occupies the upper end of Škoda’s expanding EV portfolio, the Epiq serves as a budget-class model intended to broaden market access alongside Volkswagen group relatives like the ID.Polo and Cupra Raval, Kursors.lv noted.
Škoda Models Feature Modern Solid Design and Low Drag
Both new models incorporate Škoda’s “Modern Solid” design language, characterized by T-shaped front and rear light clusters, high silhouettes, and smooth side surfaces. The Peaq achieves a drag coefficient of 0.249 through flush-fitting door handles and an extended roof spoiler above the rear window that minimizes turbulence. Exterior paint options include the standard Energy Blue alongside nine other body colors, with a contrast black roof available for the Sportline trim level at an additional cost of 900 euros, iAuto.lv stated.
Interior Layout Featuring a 2.1-Meter Panoramic Glass Roof
Inside the cabin, the Peaq features a multi-level dashboard crossed horizontally by an integrated ventilation strip and a 13.6-inch central infotainment screen that rotates between horizontal and vertical orientations. Climate controls rely on physical switches mounted on the center console, while door releases adopt a pull-up lever integrated into the armrest borrowed from the Volkswagen T-Roc, iAuto.lv reported. Additional comfort amenities include a 2.1-meter electronic panoramic glass roof with adjustable opacity zones, a Sonos audio system, and a Relax package that brings massage-capable front seats with extended leg supports, iAuto.lv detailed.
In contrast, the entry-level Epiq makes deliberate interior material compromises to meet its lower price point, featuring more widespread hard plastics on the center console and door panels, according to Kursors.lv. The Epiq also introduces vehicle-to-load functionality, allowing drivers to power external electrical devices directly from the vehicle’s battery at 3.6kW capacity, Kursors.lv reported.
Frequently Asked Questions About the New Škoda Models
How much cargo capacity does the Škoda Peaq provide?
The five-seat version offers between 935 and 2,150 liters of luggage capacity, while the seven-seat configuration ranges from 299 liters up to 2,075 liters with rear seats folded, according to iAuto.lv.
What are the power and battery specifications for the Škoda Epiq?
The Epiq offers three power tiers paired with two battery sizes: a base 37kWh battery with a 115-horsepower motor, a mid-tier version with the same small battery and 135 horsepower, and a top 52kWh NMC battery paired with a 211-horsepower motor driving the front wheels exclusively, Kursors.lv reported.
What is the towing capacity of the Škoda Peaq?
The Peaq supports a maximum braked trailer towing weight ranging from 1,800 to 2,000 kilograms depending on the selected vehicle configuration, according to iAuto.lv.
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