As Skoda gears up
towards launching nine new models by the year 2021, it’s the Octavia nameplate
that might end up leading the charge as it enters its fourth generation.
Despite shifting
some of their focus on crossovers such as the Kodiaq or the Karoq, the Octavia
will likely remain Skoda’s most important car moving forward, which is why the
Czech automaker can’t afford any missteps as far as its popular compact hatchback
is concerned.
In terms of a time
frame, since the current model received a facelift not too long ago, it seems
that we’ll have to wait until 2020 for the fourth-gen car, which has already
been spotted undergoing tests in early prototype form.
Aside from using an
updated version of VW’s MQB architecture, allowing for both PHEV as well as
48-volt mild-hybrid powertrains, the next-gen Octavia will also retain its
longer, saloon-like aesthetic, according to sales and marketing boss, Alan
Favey.
The new Octavia
“will continue the theme of looking like a saloon but actually being a hatch,”
while also being “state-of-the-art”. We assume he’s talking about all the
latest available safety, convenience and connectivity systems that one might
find on a non-premium compact car in two years time.
Cr : Carscoops
