What If Skoda Decides To Offer A Pickup Truck?

With oil prices in free fall, consumers are less interested in sedans and estates and go for crossovers, SUVs and pickup trucks, so a Skoda workhorse would make sense.

With the Kodiaq set to debut at the Paris Motor Show in fall, followed by a possible Coupe version and a CUV that will rival the likes of the Nissan Juke, Renault Captur, Peugeot 2008 and Opel/Vauxhall Mokka, the brand is rapidly expanding its limited off-road portfolio.

A pickup truck however is, right now, nowhere in Skoda’s radar, but if it were to materialize it would look similar to what TheophilusChin did in this rendering. This means a familiar front fascia inspired by the VisionS Concept, a raised suspension, side steps for easier access to the cabin and, of course, a sizeable rear bed.

Renault already has the Alaskan ready for global markets and more and more automakers are jumping in. Given Skoda’s less posh and more utilitarian image, it wouldn’t be that far-fetched for it to join the club.

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