ŠKODA VISION O: View of the electric Octavia station wagon

Škoda Has with the Vision o a new design study presented that a specific view of the coming Octavia electric station gives. The world premiere will take place in early September 2025 on the IAA Mobility in Munich.

CEO Klaus Zellmer described the concept as "controversial" in advance and announced that it was not just a further development of the Modern solid-Design language represents, but also the 130-year tradition of the manufacturer in the combination segment.

New platform for more flexibility

The electrical Octavia station wagon is on the new SSP platform of the Volkswagen Group are based on the current one from 2028 MEB kit should replace. ŠKODA consciously chose this step because the MEB is not optimal for Flat designed vehicles how classic station wagons are suitable and was more designed for SUV forms.

The SSP platform brings further advantages:

• Planned Automated driving functions

• Improved Efficiency and reach

• More flexible body forms for different vehicle types

Design with tradition and aerodynamics

The vision o falls through yours slim silhouette, one heavily inclined windscreen and a gently sloping roof on-typical features of the brand's successful combination models. The focus is on aerodynamics, clear lines and high everyday suitability.

The naming "Vision O" refers to the concept of Circular economy. The aim is to get through ecological footprint recycling and Reuse of components to reduce significantly.

Continuation of a success story

ŠKODA has been active in the combination segment since the 1920s. Especially the Octavia Combi wrote history:

• First presentation: 1960

• Over 3 million units produced in four generations since 1996

• Mostly selled station wagon in ŠKODA history

Also models like the ŠKODA Superb Combi or historical vehicles like that ŠKODA 1101 Tudor Station Wagon are among the formative successes of the brand.

Conclusion:

With the vision o, ŠKODA shows that the electrical station wagon doesn't just have to remain a niche. The connection of a modern platform, sustainable production and proven combination philosophy could provide the Octavia eV a clear competitive advantage-especially in Europe, where Kombis are traditionally popular.

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