Škoda is set to launch six new electric vehicles by the end of 2026, including a wagon, small to large SUVs, and an Enyaq facelift.
Snapshot
- Four new EV models, Enyaq, Enyaq Coupe updates coming by 2026 end
- Skoda electric wagon to debut in 2026
- Next-gen engine-powered Superb, Kodiaq reveal this year
The Volkswagen Group’s Czech Republic-born car brand will also debut its ‘Modern Solid’ design language – described as practical, simplistic and aerodynamic – across its upcoming electric models.
As the manufacturer of the group’s Modular Electric Toolkit (MEB) EV batteries, Skoda also claims to be focused on improving environmental sustainability in its vehicle production and supply chains, including recycling or repurposing battery packs for stationary energy storage systems.
But, despite currently lagging behind Volkswagen’s growing ID-branded electric line-up overseas, it’s set to change.
2024: Skoda Elroq EV
The first new EV in Skoda’s roadmap will be called the Elroq – which will be the electric successor to the recently facelifted Karoq.
It’s dubbed as a ‘Compact’ SUV stretching around 4500mm long (about 100mm more than the Karoq), but that’s in line with the popular medium SUV segment models, such as the Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson, and Volkswagen Tiguan.
As per the brand’s 'Simply Clever' ethos, it’s said to have a “very practical interior”. It’s expected to debut in 2024.
2025: Skoda small EV
Next up will be Skoda’s entry-level ‘Small’ electric city SUV with a starting price of around EU€25,000 (AU$40,000).
The Kamiq-priced affordable EV will ride on the front-wheel-driven MEB Entry platform, with a 4100mm length, and offer a similar boot capacity as the Scala small hatch, which is currently rated at 467 litres.
Additionally, Volkswagen brand CEO Thomas Schäfer previously confirmed that the Skoda EV will be made in Spain and share the same Pamplona assembly line as the yet-to-be-revealed Volkswagen electric city SUV (possibly called the ID.2 X).
It’ll be introduced in the same year as its related Volkswagen ID.2 electric hatch in 2025.
2025: Skoda Enyaq facelift
Skoda’s first electric SUV was launched overseas in 2020. The Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe will receive a facelift five years later.
It will play a “central part of the [design] transformation” by gaining the new Modern Solid language, as previewed on the Vision 7S concept.
The refreshed Enyaqs will debut in 2025 – one year after it launches in Australia after some delay.
2026: Skoda wagon EV
In a move that will please wagon fans, a pure-electric ‘Combi’ (Skoda's name for wagon variants) will play a “key role” in the four new EV models being introduced and could be the sales leader.
It will feature a 4700mm approximate length and is said to be ideal for “both families and businesses.”
However, it will need to wait until 2026. Currently, the only electric wagon on sale locally is the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo, while Europe gets the MG 5 EV. The Audi A6 E-Tron wagon is also expected in 2024.
2026: Skoda seven-seat EV
Skoda will launch its flagship seven-seater large electric SUV, following in the shadow of the Vision 7S concept unveiled in 2022.
Dubbed the ‘Space’, it will be the highlight for the new Modern Solid design, be around 4900mm long, and offer a flexible and spacious three-row-interior.
Also expect an increased focus on sustainable and recycled interior materials when it debuts in 2026.
New combustion-powered Skodas coming
Despite all this EV news, conventional internal combustion-powered models will continue to be important in its electric transition.
The new generation Skoda Superb large sedan and wagon, and Kodiaq large SUV will debut this year in spring, followed by mid-life facelifts for its small Scala hatchback and Kamiq SUV duo.
The Octavia will also be updated in 2024.
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