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Lotus Eletre vs Skoda Peaq
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Eletre leads on charging speed, while the Skoda Peaq leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Skoda Peaq if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Peaq wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueSkoda
Lotus
4.4
Skoda
6
Motorway RangeSkoda
Lotus
6.7
Skoda
8.2
FamilySkoda
Lotus
5
Skoda
9.5
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.3
Skoda
6.5
Cost Per MileSkoda
Lotus
1.5
Skoda
7.3
City DrivingSkoda
Lotus
0.4
Skoda
3.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £86,885 | £51,980 (better) |
| Official range | 373 miles | 402 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 611 L | 890 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Eletre
Skoda Peaq
Length
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Skoda Peaq4,870mm-233mm
Width
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Skoda Peaq1,867mm-152mm
Height
Lotus Eletre1,630mm-34mm
Skoda Peaq1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,019 mm | 1,867 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,231 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 381 mm spare | 533 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 611 L | 890 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1532 L | 2075 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 37 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Skoda Peaq
- 1st-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 890 L.
- 402 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,870 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lotus Eletre 600 |  Skoda Peaq SE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.10m | 4.87m-233mm |
| Width | 2.02m | 1.87m-152mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.23m | 1.98m-247mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.66m+34mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.02m | 2.96m-54mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 611L | 890L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1532L | 2075L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 37L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,640kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 112kWh (better) | 91kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi | 402 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 367kW (better) | 199kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £86,885 | £51,980 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2027+ |
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 373 miles | 402 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 311 miles | 335 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 367 kW (better) | 199 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 109 kWh (better) | 86 kWh |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
| Power | 450 kW (better) | 210 kW |
| Torque | 710 Nm (better) | 545 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
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Lotus Eletre
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Buying options
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Lotus Eletre
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Skoda Peaq
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Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Skoda Peaq
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Eletre worth the extra £34,905 over the Skoda Peaq?
The Lotus Eletre costs £34,905 more than the Skoda Peaq. For that premium it adds 168 kW faster peak rapid charging, 240 kW more power and a 2.6s quicker 0-62mph time. The Skoda Peaq is not just cheaper - it also offers 29 miles more WLTP range, 279 litres more boot space and 2 more seats (7 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Peaq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lotus Eletre or the Skoda Peaq?
The Skoda Peaq is £34,905 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Peaq is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £208 for the Lotus Eletre, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Peaq comes out roughly £35,185 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Lotus Eletre and Skoda Peaq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre and 335 miles for the Skoda Peaq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Skoda Peaq goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Eletre or the Skoda Peaq?
The Skoda Peaq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 152 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 533 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Peaq and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .