UPDATE: Skoda has just revealed a stunning new sedan concept that will leave car enthusiasts wishing it were real. This imaginative vehicle is part of the company’s “Icons Get a Makeover” series, showcasing a futuristic take on the classic 100/110, originally produced between 1969 and 1977. This announcement arrives as Skoda continues to solidify its position as the third best-selling automaker in Europe, with a market share of 6.3 percent through October.
The fictional sedan, designed by Skoda’s own Martin Paclt, highlights the brand’s Modern Solid design language while incorporating innovative features. The concept car notably lacks a rear window, opting instead for a sleek body-colored panel that integrates a central fin for improved aerodynamics and houses the third brake light. This bold design choice signifies a departure from retro cues, allowing the designer to embrace a more avant-garde vision.
Despite its radical redesign, the new sedan pays homage to its predecessor. Subtle touches, such as discreet rear-fender vents, nod to the classic model’s legacy while ensuring functionality, as even electric vehicles require cooling solutions. The LED light bars at the front and rear echo the original’s chrome strip and engine vent, respectively, creating a link between the past and the future.
The original Skoda 100 measured 163.6 inches (4155 millimeters) in length, but this conceptual successor is built on the current-generation Superb, resulting in a larger and more spacious vehicle. The designer’s choice of a short overhang enhances its appeal as a dedicated electric vehicle, and the innovative dual-trunk layout allows for ample storage, with the rear cargo area positioned above the drivetrain.
While these digital concepts are a creative outlet for Skoda designers, they do not indicate plans for future production models. With both the Octavia and Superb transitioning to electric versions, the likelihood of a production Skoda 100 seems slim. In fact, the next-generation Octavia has already been previewed through the Vision O, an electric wagon concept that Paclt also contributed to, set to launch in the coming years.
As Skoda continues to explore its rich history through these imaginative renderings, the automotive world eagerly anticipates what new designs may emerge. The “Icons Get a Makeover” series is a refreshing initiative that could inspire other legacy automakers, including parent company VW, to reimagine classic models.
This exciting development showcases the brand’s commitment to innovation while honoring its storied past. As Skoda’s popularity surges, fans can only hope that some of these creative concepts make their way into reality.
