Skoda detailed the upcoming fourth-generation Superb prior to its unveiling which is scheduled for November. Alongside photos of lightly camouflaged prototypes, Skoda shared information about the powertrain lineup that will include diesel, petrol, mild-hybrid, and estate-only plug-in hybrid options, as well as the improved technology and safety features of the new flagship.
The 2024 Skoda Superb is closely related to the estate-only 2024 VW Passat Variant but unlike the latter, it will be available in both sedan-style hatchback and Combi (estate) forms. Both bodystyles variants are longer, taller, and slightly narrower compared to their predecessors while retaining the same 2,841 mm (111.9 inches) wheelbase. Surprisingly, the 4,912 (193.4 inches) long hatchback is slightly longer than the 4,902 mm (193 inches) Combi which is the only one appearing in the official gallery.
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Even though the entire bodywork is still wrapped in camo, the styling appears to be evolutionary, with a sleeker silhouette, sculpted lines, and refined characteristics courtesy of Skoda’s latest styling language. Among the exterior highlights are the new bi-LED matrix headlights featuring colored crystalline elements, mirrored by the sharper taillights. The Sportline and Laurin & Klement trims will likely come with distinct visual traits looking sportier and more premium respectively.
More Spacious And Tech-Filled Cabin
Benefiting from the larger dimensions, the new Skoda Superb will offer more space for the driver and passengers. The boot has a capacity of 645 lt (22.8 cubic feet) in the hatchback and 690 lt (24.4 cubic feet) in the Combi, with the latter being identical to the VW Passat Variant. Practicality is further enhanced by up to 28 available Simply Clever features including the electrically controlled luggage compartment cover in the Combi, a tablet holder in the center armrest of the rear seats, an integrated funnel in the windscreen washer reservoir cap, and plenty of storage solutions.
The dashboard will feature a larger 12.9-inch infotainment combined with a digital instrument cluster and a head-up display. Skoda designers opted for a combination of touch and manual controls, prioritizing user experience. Furthermore, moving the gearshift lever on the steering column allowed them to create a cleaner look for the center console. Safety equipment has also been improved with more ADAS (including Turn Assist and Crossroad Assist) and up to 10 airbags.
Plenty Of Powertrain Options
The new Superb is based on an improved version of its predecessor’s MQB architecture. It will most likely be the last hurrah for ICE-powered Skoda flagships before the EV-only era, so the automaker didn’t hold back when it comes to powertrain options. The six-member lineup will include a trio of petrol engines with one of them getting mild hybrid assistance, two diesels, and a plug-in hybrid. All variants are exclusively available with a DSG automatic gearbox sending power to the front wheels, with all-wheel-drive for the most powerful of the bunch.
Predictably, most of the updated turbocharged engines are shared with the mechanically-related 2024 Kodiaq SUV, although the Superb also gets a more powerful petrol variant for those who seek more performance. The mild-hybrid is a first for the Superb but the highlight is the plug-in hybrid which is reserved for the Combi bodystyle. The PHEV powertrain combines a 1.5-liter petrol engine, a single electric motor, and a significantly larger 25.7 kWh battery pack (up from 12.7 kWh) offering a zero-emission range of more than 100 km (62 miles) and being compatible with 50 kW DC charging.
Skoda has sold 1,560,000 units of the Superb, broken down to 137,000 for the first generation, 618,000 for the second generation, and 805,000 for the outgoing third generation. The company hopes that the new version will continue the sales success of its predecessors. Production of the 2024 Skoda Superb will take place in Bratislava, Slovakia, next to the 2024 VW Passat Variant.
