All-electric Skoda Octavia under development; to launch by decade-end

RahulNagaraj · 23rd September 2022, 11:35

According to a media report, Skoda is said to be developing an all-electric version of the Octavia for the global market.

The all-electric Octavia is said to help bolster Skoda's future EV line-up, which will also consist of a seven-seater SUV (Concept 7S), an Urban EV, a crossover and a mini-SUV (Fabia replacement). The electric Octavia is part of Skoda's future plans, which aim to have 70% of the company's overall sales come from EVs by 2030.

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Skoda CEO, Klaus Zellmer, also didn't rule out the possibility of the electric Octavia being offered alongside its internal combustion engine (ICE) & hybrid versions. He stated that with the Octavia being such a popular car and having a huge customer base, Skoda will keep the family for as long as it can.

Reports state that in such a case, the ICE & hybrid versions could continue to be underpinned by the current platform, while the electric Octavia would adopt VW Group's SSP architecture, due to arrive in 2025.

The electric Skoda Octavia is expected to arrive by the end of the decade. It is expected to use an advanced version of the brand's 89 kWh battery, which could offer a range of more than 370 miles (595 km). The EV could also come with up to 200 kW of fast charging capabilities. The battery is expected to power either two motors (standard variant) or four motors (sportier vRS variant).

Source: Autocar UK

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volkman10 · 13th March 2025, 17:10

2028 Skoda Octavia EV to be previewed with concept in September.

Munich motor show concept will preview next-gen Octavia.

CEO Klaus Zellmer:
“In September in Munich, we're going to have a concept car that gives an indication of what the new design language will be for the Octavia and what the technology in that car will be able to deliver.”
"it will be underpinned by the SSP architecture that’s in the works because it will offer “more performance and be more cost-efficient”.
“Wait and see until September, and then we will show you the full potential and technical package that we envision. It will be a concept car, so this is also a test bed for us to see what the resonance from the media, from our dealers and from our potential customers is.”

The production version of the electric Octavia estate is due in 2028 at a similar time to the related Volkswagen ID Golf, which will also be based on the SSP platform. It is expected to lead the next generation of electric Skodas and mark the point where its combustion-engined and all-electric ranges start to converge.

To date, Skoda’s electric vehicles have existed in a parallel line-up as the brand prioritises consumer choice and will continue to do so. This suggests the hybridised combustion-engined Octavia estate will continue to be sold as Skoda gradually introduces battery-electric vehicles into its more familiar nameplates.

Zellmer is keen to add more hybrids to Skoda’s range, including more long-range plug-in hybrids off the back of the success of Superb and Kodiaq hybrids.

The vRS badge will also continue in the electric era. Zellmer said: “This is something that is our DNA. We will keep it and you can't neglect that. You cannot get rid of that.”

He confirmed that a second electric Skoda vRS (after the Enyaq vRS) is in the works. It is understood to be a vRS version of the Epiq as a sibling to the VW ID 2 GTI.

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23rd September 2022, 11:35	#1
RahulNagaraj Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,676 Thanked: 25,317 Times View My Garage	All-electric Skoda Octavia under development; to launch by decade-end According to a media report, Skoda is said to be developing an all-electric version of the Octavia for the global market. The all-electric Octavia is said to help bolster Skoda's future EV line-up, which will also consist of a seven-seater SUV (Concept 7S), an Urban EV, a crossover and a mini-SUV (Fabia replacement). The electric Octavia is part of Skoda's future plans, which aim to have 70% of the company's overall sales come from EVs by 2030. Skoda CEO, Klaus Zellmer, also didn't rule out the possibility of the electric Octavia being offered alongside its internal combustion engine (ICE) & hybrid versions. He stated that with the Octavia being such a popular car and having a huge customer base, Skoda will keep the family for as long as it can. Reports state that in such a case, the ICE & hybrid versions could continue to be underpinned by the current platform, while the electric Octavia would adopt VW Group's SSP architecture, due to arrive in 2025. The electric Skoda Octavia is expected to arrive by the end of the decade. It is expected to use an advanced version of the brand's 89 kWh battery, which could offer a range of more than 370 miles (595 km). The EV could also come with up to 200 kW of fast charging capabilities. The battery is expected to power either two motors (standard variant) or four motors (sportier vRS variant). Source: Autocar UK Link to Team-BHP news Last edited by RahulNagaraj : 23rd September 2022 at 11:38.
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volkman10 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: -- Posts: 25,418 Thanked: 77,497 Times View My Garage	Re: All-electric Skoda Octavia under development; to launch by decade-end 2028 Skoda Octavia EV to be previewed with concept in September. Munich motor show concept will preview next-gen Octavia. CEO Klaus Zellmer: “In September in Munich, we're going to have a concept car that gives an indication of what the new design language will be for the Octavia and what the technology in that car will be able to deliver.” "it will be underpinned by the SSP architecture that’s in the works because it will offer “more performance and be more cost-efficient”. “Wait and see until September, and then we will show you the full potential and technical package that we envision. It will be a concept car, so this is also a test bed for us to see what the resonance from the media, from our dealers and from our potential customers is.” The production version of the electric Octavia estate is due in 2028 at a similar time to the related Volkswagen ID Golf, which will also be based on the SSP platform. It is expected to lead the next generation of electric Skodas and mark the point where its combustion-engined and all-electric ranges start to converge. To date, Skoda’s electric vehicles have existed in a parallel line-up as the brand prioritises consumer choice and will continue to do so. This suggests the hybridised combustion-engined Octavia estate will continue to be sold as Skoda gradually introduces battery-electric vehicles into its more familiar nameplates. Zellmer is keen to add more hybrids to Skoda’s range, including more long-range plug-in hybrids off the back of the success of Superb and Kodiaq hybrids. The vRS badge will also continue in the electric era. Zellmer said: “This is something that is our DNA. We will keep it and you can't neglect that. You cannot get rid of that.” He confirmed that a second electric Skoda vRS (after the Enyaq vRS) is in the works. It is understood to be a vRS version of the Epiq as a sibling to the VW ID 2 GTI. Link: Last edited by volkman10 : 13th March 2025 at 17:15.
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