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Škoda is set to broaden the appeal of its best-selling Karoq by adding a new, value packed trim level. The new Karoq Design Edition features a striking exterior design package along with a high standard specification to give buyers even better value for money.

Next Tuesday, Škoda Auto will present its all-new electric SUV crossover, the Škoda Epiq, in Zurich. For fans of the brand worldwide, the company will host a livestream of the reveal starting at 14:00 CEST on 19 May.

Škoda has announced a limited time offer in collaboration with Forest Holidays, to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Kodiaq. With every Kodiaq SUV ordered between 8 -17 May 2026, Škoda UK and Forest Holidays will offer customers a free holiday of their choice.

Škoda Auto is offering a first glimpse of the interior of the new Epiq. The brand’s most affordable all-electric compact SUV is Škoda’s first series-production model to fully implement all aspects of the Modern Solid design language, focusing on clear layout and minimalist style. The world premiere will take place in Zurich at 2 p.m. on 19 May 2026.

In the first quarter of 2026, Škoda Auto continued its growth trajectory and became Europe’s second best-selling car brand*, delivering 222,500 vehicles (+17.1%) and significantly outperforming the overall market. Worldwide deliveries to customers rose 14.0% year on year to 271,900 vehicles. 

^{*Applies to the whole of Europe (EU27+4), source: ACEA, April 23, 2026}

Škoda Auto and Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, have announced a one-year collaboration featuring Hasbro’s iconic PLAY-DOH brand. The cooperation accompanies the launch campaign of the new, all-electric Škoda Epiq and is built around the use of modelling compound as a central design element. The approach reflects the campaign’s focus on creativity and playful visual storytelling and is extended beyond campaign assets through co-branded materials. First joint activities are currently under way during Milan Design Week.

Škoda has scooped no fewer than four major titles at the annual Great British Fleet Awards. In what was a remarkably successful night for the brand, Škoda collected best in class awards for the Elroq, Kodiaq, Superb and the new Enyaq Cargo. Škoda’s haul of trophies in 2026 follows an equally successful performance in 2025 when it collected three top titles.

Škoda Auto is returning to Milan Design Week after a successful debut in 2025 to present a unique artistic brand exhibition at Palazzo del Senato. Combining art and innovation, the creative concept introduces visitors to Škoda’s current design approach. 

Škoda is expanding its Simply Clever range with an innovative new power washing system – Hound Hose. The new accessory is designed to clean the paws of dirty dogs before getting back in the car after long walks, keeping customers’ beloved canines and cars squeaky clean.

Škoda has secured yet more silverware for its best-selling electric models at the annual Fleet News Awards. The Elroq and Enyaq were named as clear winners in two of the most competitive categories in the industry, comfortably outscoring both electric and ICE-powered rivals to take their respective titles.

Škoda UK has announced the winners of its 2025 Retailer of the Year (ROTY) Awards, with Vindis Škoda (Bury St Edmunds) recording back-to-back wins to retain its title for 2025. In a remarkable night for the Suffolk-based retailer, Vindis also recorded two major category wins – a first at the Škoda Retailer of the Year Awards.

The Škoda Museum is continuing to expand its exhibition offering with another attractive depository space now open to the public. Following the first phase, ‘Sleeping Beauties’, which opened in December 2025, the second hall, named ‘Concepts Unmasked’, is now opening its doors to visitors. Here, Škoda Auto presents concepts, design studies and prototypes from the late 1950s to the present day. Visits are available by prior reservation and as part of a guided tour. Together, the two depositories add more than 50 attractive exhibits to the main Škoda Museum exhibition.

Škoda has once again demonstrated the real-world capability of the all-electric Enyaq by embarking on an epic journey into one of the planet‘s most remote environments. The adventure saw drivers from BBC Top Gear and BBC Earth take a standard production Enyaq Coupé vRS to the Great Rift Valley in northern Kenya – often described as the Cradle of Humankind – to explore one of the most significant landscapes in human history.

Škoda UK is marking the 30th anniversary of the Octavia with the introduction of a dramatic new colour – chosen by Škoda UK fans who took part in online polls. Following a vote across Škoda UK’s social media platforms, the brand’s followers decided that Dragon Skin should be added as a new colour option for the Octavia vRS. As a result of the vote, Octavia vRS buyers in the UK will be able to specify their car in Dragon Skin from 4 March.

Škoda Auto continues to build on its long-standing all-wheel-drive heritage and currently offers customers its broadest 4x4 portfolio across a wide range of segments: from the Octavia and Superb, through the Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs, to the all-electric Elroq and Enyaq models. State-of-the-art all-wheel-drive technology improves traction, stability, safety and comfort by supporting driving dynamics in demanding conditions, for example on wet roads, snow and unpaved surfaces.

Škoda Motorsport’s legacy dates back to 1901, when it started with motorcycle racing events. In the present day, victories and titles are fought for and won in in the WRC2 category of the FIA World Rally Championship, the FIA European Rally Championship and other regional and national rally series. To celebrate its 125 years anniversary, Škoda Motorsport is equipping each new Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 sold to customers with additional features for the anniversary year.

Škoda is adding a special limited-edition model to its award-winning Kodiaq line-up. The new Kodiaq Edition X marks 10 years since the unveiling of the SUV that helped transform Škoda into the brand it is today. The new model, which features a value-packed standard specification, celebrates the ongoing success of Škoda’s flagship SUV, which has sat at the top of the brand’s product line-up since its introduction in 2016. Priced at £40,590 OTR (P11D £39,995), the new Kodiaq Edition X sits below the Government Expensive Car Supplement threshold, meaning even lower running costs for owners.

Škoda has updated the infotainment systems of its all-electric Enyaq (with software 4.0 and higher) and Elroq models, adding new on-board entertainment features: the AirConsole gaming platform, the Škoda Play video service offering personalised news and learning content from a wide range of authorised partners, and native Spotify integration.

Škoda is celebrating 25 years of vRS in the UK, marking a quarter century of performance models that have shaped the brand’s modern identity.

Škoda Auto will unveil its new, all-electric Škoda Epiq in the first half of this year.

Škoda has secured a remarkable six category wins in the annual Diesel&EcoCar Used Car Top 50 awards. The Enyaq, Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq were all named as the best in their sectors, with no fewer than seven Škoda models appearing in the top 15.

In 2025, 1,065,000 Škoda cars were produced worldwide, representing a year-on-year increase of 15%. In addition, the carmaker built more than 329,000 battery systems for Škoda electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as for other Volkswagen Group models, along with more than 1,030,000 transmissions and over 500,000 engines.

Building on the an already impressive collection of industry accolades the Škoda Elroq has added another major honour to its name by being crowned Best Medium Crossover at the 2026 UK Car of the Year Awards. Judges commended the Elroq for its refined driving dynamics, clever interior packaging and outstanding overall value, noting how convincingly it leads its class.

Škoda has secured another impressive raft of category wins and coveted Best Buy awards at the annual What Car? Awards. The Superb claimed back its Estate Car of the Year title after a two-year hiatus, while the Scala, Elroq and Kodiaq were all recognised for their unbeatable qualities and value for money.