Skoda Teases Next Generation Superb Liftback: What to Expect

Are you ready to experience the new era of Skoda Superb?

Skoda has given us a sneak peek of its upcoming Superb liftback, following the recent teaser of the wagon. Find out what’s in store for this next-generation vehicle and why it’s set to be the Volkswagen Group’s only offering in the medium-to-large passenger car segment.

Compared to the outgoing model, the new Superb liftback is slightly larger, measuring 43mm longer and 12mm taller. It maintains the same width and wheelbase.

Inside, the Superb boasts a modern interior design with a 13-inch touchscreen for infotainment, a head-up display, and a 10-inch digital instrument cluster. It also features three large rotary dials with digital screens for various functions like climate control and driving modes.

Skoda’s ‘Smart Dials’ offer a combination of haptic and digital controls, allowing easy access to features like seat heating, air conditioning, and map zooming.

The new Superb will continue to offer various engine options, including petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Skoda Australia, however, will not offer PHEVs and has ceased selling diesel models.

The base engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with a mild-hybrid system, while there are also 2.0-liter turbo-petrol and turbo-diesel options. The most powerful petrol and diesel engines will come with all-wheel drive.

When it comes to safety, the new Superb liftback will be equipped with 10 airbags, autonomous emergency braking, pedestrian and cyclist detection, junction assist, and a surround-view camera system.

While Australian customers will have to wait until late 2024 or early 2025 for the new Superb, Skoda has assured that there will be more current-gen models available in the meantime. The brand will offer a few more of the outgoing generation to meet customer demand.

As for the current Superb lineup, the 162TSI Style liftback and wagon models will be discontinued starting from the fourth quarter of this year.

• The new Superb liftback is longer and taller than its predecessor
• Improved interior features a 13-inch touchscreen and 10-inch digital instrument cluster
• Smart Dials provide a variety of functions with haptic and digital controls
• Powertrain options include petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid engines
• Safety equipment includes 10 airbags, autonomous emergency braking, and more

With its larger size, improved interior, and range of powertrain options, the next-generation Superb liftback is shaping up to be an impressive addition to Skoda’s lineup. Australian customers may need to exercise some patience, but the wait will surely be worth it.