Skoda's Peaq is a seven-seat electric SUV that is priced significantly lower than the Kia EV9.

      TL;DR: Skoda's Peaq, its first seven-seat electric vehicle, starts at approximately €50,000 with a range of up to 600km and features V2H charging, significantly undercutting the Kia EV9 and Ioniq 9.

      Skoda has unveiled the Peaq, its initial seven-seat all-electric SUV and the most expensive model in the company's 130-year history. Built on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform at Skoda’s Mladá Boleslav facility, the Peaq measures nearly 4.9 meters in length and is designed to compete directly with the Kia EV9, Hyundai Ioniq 9, and Volvo EX90. The main difference is in pricing, as Skoda aims for a starting point between €50,000 and €55,000, compared to approximately €66,000 for the EV9 and €70,000 for the Ioniq 9.

      The lineup will include three versions. The Peaq 60 combines a 150kW rear motor with a 63kWh battery, offering over 460km of WLTP range, while the Peaq 90 features a 210kW motor and a 91kWh battery for more than 600km. The high-end Peaq 90x adds a second motor for all-wheel drive, with a total output of 220kW, maintaining the same 91kWh battery and 600km-plus range.

      All three variants support DC fast charging at up to 200kW, with Skoda claiming the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in about 28 minutes. The Peaq also allows bidirectional charging, enabling it to provide power back to a home through the VW Group’s Moon Power Ambibox DC wallbox. Additionally, it includes vehicle-to-load capabilities, allowing users to power external devices directly from the car’s battery.

      Inside, the third row can fold flat to create 890 liters of storage space. Available options include a Sonos sound system, a panoramic glass roof, and massaging front seats. The design adheres to Skoda's Modern Solid philosophy, which was first introduced with the Vision 7S concept that showcased the Peaq’s design back in 2022.

      Skoda confirmed the Peaq name in January 2026 and revealed a near-production version on March 30. Its world premiere is scheduled for June 23 in Monnetier-Mornex, France, with deliveries anticipated by mid-2026. Production will take place alongside the Enyaq in Mladá Boleslav, making the Peaq the second MEB-based model produced at the site.

      The pricing strategy is the Peaq’s most compelling advantage. Historically, Skoda has positioned itself as the VW Group’s value brand, and the Peaq extends that principle into the seven-seat EV market, where competitors have priced themselves into higher categories. The Kia EV9 starts at about €66,000 in Europe, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 at approximately €70,000, and the Volvo EX90 at an even higher price point.

      This positioning is particularly significant as tariffs and trade barriers are changing the availability of EVs across different markets. A European-manufactured seven-seat electric SUV starting under €55,000 avoids the import issues that have excluded various Korean and American models from certain markets or raised their prices.

      Furthermore, the Peaq enters a market segment that still lacks many options. The Peugeot E-5008 offers seven seats at a lower price but comes with limited range and a smaller size. Above the Peaq, choices quickly escalate into the luxury pricing tier. Skoda is banking on the idea that families in search of a spacious EV prefer the space and functionality of a premium model without the premium price, and the Peaq’s specifications indicate it can fulfill that need.