Skoda Auto has begun series production of the Peaq, its largest battery-electric model to date, at its main manufacturing plant in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic, as the Volkswagen-owned automaker increases capacity for electric vehicles.
The new electric SUV is being produced on a shared assembly line with the Octavia Combi, Enyaq and Elroq. Skoda said the launch reflects upgrades at the plant designed to accommodate rising demand for battery-powered vehicles while retaining flexibility across its production operations.
By the end of July, Skoda had received nearly 8,500 orders for the Peaq, indicating strong initial interest ahead of its market launch. The reservations have been accepted since June, before customers had an opportunity to see the vehicle in person.
Peaq Becomes Skoda’s Largest Electric Model
At 4.87 metres long, the Peaq is more than 20 centimetres longer than the Enyaq and has a 2.97-metre wheelbase. The SUV is offered with five seats as standard, while a seven-seat configuration is available as an option.
Prices start at €49,990. Skoda describes the Peaq as the new flagship of its electric range and its second battery-electric SUV introduced in 2026, following the smaller Epiq.
Andreas Dick, Skoda Auto board member for production and logistics, said the vehicle combines the brand’s focus on space and technology with manufacturing requirements.
“The new Skoda Peaq represents the pinnacle of our range in terms of comfort, spaciousness and technology, while its production also meets the most stringent standards of quality, efficiency and flexibility.”
Mladá Boleslav Expands EV Production
The Mladá Boleslav facility currently manufactures four models on a single production line: the combustion-powered Octavia Combi and three electric SUVs, the Peaq, Enyaq and Elroq.
Skoda has produced the Enyaq at the site since 2020, while production of the Elroq began in January 2025. The automaker said the ability to manufacture multiple models on the same line provides greater flexibility as vehicle demand changes.
“Producing four models – three of them fully electric – on a single line clearly demonstrates the skill and versatility of our team in Mladá Boleslav,” Dick said.
The company has also moved production of the Octavia Combi to its Kvasiny facility, where assembly began in May. The move has released additional capacity at Mladá Boleslav for electric models.
Battery-electric vehicles accounted for almost 23% of Skoda’s total vehicle production in the Czech Republic during the first half of 2026, according to the automaker.
Customer Deliveries Expected Later This Year
The first Peaq vehicles produced at Mladá Boleslav are expected to go initially to dealerships for use as showroom and test-drive vehicles. Skoda is expected to launch the model at dealers in the second half of September.
Customer deliveries are currently expected to begin in November or December, although the automaker has not yet confirmed a final delivery schedule.
The company said the two-site production arrangement gives it additional scope to shift manufacturing between Mladá Boleslav and Kvasiny depending on market demand and potential supply-chain disruptions.