Škoda Peaq named Best Large Car 2027 by Parkers New Car Awards ahead of UK release
Škoda's Peaq, an all-electric seven-seat SUV on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform, has won Best Large Car in the 2027 Parkers New Car Awards. UK orders are open from £51,980 OTR across SE L, Edition and SportLine trims, with deliveries from January 2027, an 86 kWh net battery and a range of up to 395 miles. The press release is published below as supplied.
Škoda Peaq builds trophy collection with coveted Parkers New Car Awards title
New Škoda Peaq named Best Large Car 2027 by Parkers
Key Takeaways
- The Škoda Peaq has been named Best Large Car 2027 by the Parkers New Car Awards.
- The vehicle is Škoda’s first all electric seven-seater and the new flagship model of the range.
- UK order books are open now, with initial UK deliveries scheduled for January 2027.
- UK pricing starts from £51,980 OTR across a choice of three trim levels: SE L, Edition and SportLine.
- Built on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic.
- Offers a driving range of up to 395 miles and a net battery capacity of 86 kWh.
- Available in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations with power outputs of up to 299 PS.
- Measures nearly 4.9 metres in length with seating for seven adults and up to 2,075 litres of maximum luggage capacity.
- Additional achievements include winning Large SUV of the Year at the News UK Motor Awards and German Family Car of the Year.
Executive Summary
The Škoda Peaq is an all-new, fully electric seven-seater SUV positioned as the flagship model in the Škoda vehicle lineup. Built on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform, it represents the largest and most spacious vehicle in the brand's portfolio, with UK market deliveries commencing in January 2027.
Awards and Market Position
Ahead of its UK arrival, the Škoda Peaq has secured multiple industry accolades:
- Best Large Car in the 2027 Parkers New Car Awards.
- Large SUV of the Year in the News UK Motor Awards.
- German Family Car of the Year, awarded by a panel of German automotive journalists and reviewers.
Engine and Powertrain
The Peaq features an 86 kWh (net) battery pack, representing the largest battery capacity fitted to a Škoda electric vehicle to date.
- Drivetrain Options: Rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive
- Maximum Power Output: Up to 299 PS
- Electric Driving Range: Up to 395 miles
Chassis and Dynamics
- Platform: Volkswagen Group MEB platform
- Manufacturing Location: Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic
- Overall Vehicle Length: Nearly 4.9 metres
- Seating Capacity: Seven adults
- Maximum Luggage Volume: 2,075 litres with second and third-row seats folded flat
Interior and Technology
The interior incorporates dedicated family-focused features and brand-specific storage solutions:
- Touchscreen cleaning accessory
- Dedicated mobile phone storage slots built into the rear of the front seats
- Under-bonnet storage integration designed specifically for the rear parcel shelf
UK Pricing and Availability
The Škoda Peaq is available to order in the UK, with customer deliveries starting in January 2027. The range comprises three trim levels:
- SE L
- Edition
- SportLine
Starting price for the range is £51,980 OTR.
Brand and Historical Context
Škoda manufactures vehicles centrally in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic, and operates as part of the Volkswagen Group.
FAQS
Q: What award did the Škoda Peaq win in the 2027 Parkers New Car Awards?
A: The Škoda Peaq was named Best Large Car in the 2027 Parkers New Car Awards.
Q: What is the starting price of the Škoda Peaq in the UK?
A: Pricing for the Škoda Peaq starts from £51,980 OTR.
Q: When will UK customer deliveries of the Škoda Peaq begin?
A: UK customer deliveries for the Škoda Peaq are scheduled to start in January 2027, with ordering open now.
Q: What is the maximum electric driving range of the Škoda Peaq?
A: The Škoda Peaq offers an electric driving range of up to 395 miles.
Q: What battery size is used in the Škoda Peaq?
A: The vehicle is equipped with an 86 kWh (net) battery, which is the largest battery fitted to a Škoda electric vehicle.
Q: What drivetrain options and power outputs are available on the Peaq?
A: The Peaq is available in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, delivering power outputs up to 299 PS.
Q: How much luggage capacity does the Škoda Peaq provide?
A: The vehicle provides up to 2,075 litres of luggage capacity when the second and third rows of seats are folded flat.
Q: What trim levels are available for the UK market?
A: The Škoda Peaq is offered in three trim levels: SE L, Edition and SportLine.
Q: Where is the Škoda Peaq manufactured and what platform does it use?
A: The Peaq is built on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic.
Sources
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