Best February of all time: ŠKODA global deliveries increase to 81,200 vehicles (+ 3.1%).

• Best February of all time: ŠKODA global deliveries increase to 81,200 vehicles (+ 3.1%)
• Double-digit growth rates in Central and Eastern Europe (+ 12.9% and + 13.3%), India (+ 12.8%) and Israel (+ 19.8%)
• ŠKODA presents six new models at the Geneva Motor Show

ŠKODA continues along the path of growth in 2017. The Czech car manufacturer delivered 81,200 vehicles to customers worldwide in February; 3.1% more than in the same period last year (February 2016: 78,800). 

ŠKODA sold more cars than any February in its history. The Czech manufacturer achieved double-digit growth in Central and Eastern Europe (+ 12.9% and + 13.3%), India (+ 12.8%) and Israel (+ 19.8%), among others.

"We are delighted with our strong start to 2017. We expect the market launch of the OCTAVIA product upgrade as well as the new KODIAQ to create further momentum," says Werner Eichhorn, ŠKODA Board Member for Sales and Marketing.

At the Geneva Motor Show, ŠKODA is currently presenting the new KODIAQ SPORTLINE and KODIAQ SCOUT, as well as the model revisions of the ŠKODA OCTAVIA, RAPID and CITIGO.

In Western Europe, deliveries to customers rose by 7.0% in February to 34,800 vehicles (February 2016: 32,500). With 12,600 vehicles, Germany remains the strongest single European market (February 2016: 12,100 vehicles, +4.5%). ŠKODA recorded double-digit growth rates in the UK (3,400 vehicles, +23.6%), Italy (2,200 vehicles + 20.1%), Belgium (2 000 vehicles, +27.1%) and Austria (1,900 vehicles, +64.7%).

In Central Europe, ŠKODA achieved an increase of 12.9% with 17,400 cars (February 2016: 15,400 vehicles). Deliveries on the home market of the Czech Republic rose by 8.8% to 8,200 vehicles, in Poland (5,700 vehicles, + 16.3%), Slovakia (1,700 vehicles, +15.4%), Slovenia (600 vehicles, +22.6%) and Croatia (300 vehicles; +46.9%), also rose in double figures.

In Eastern Europe, excluding Russia, ŠKODA achieved a year-on-year increase of 13.3% with 2,800 vehicles delivered (February 2016: 2,500 vehicles). In the same period, 400 customers in Ukraine received their new ŠKODA – an increase of 93.9% (February 2016: 200 vehicles). The number of deliveries increased significantly in Bosnia (200 vehicles, + 55.7%), Bulgaria (200 vehicles, +17.5%) and the Baltic States (600 vehicles, + 22.9%). In Russia, ŠKODA achieved an increase of 4.6% with 4,300 vehicles (February 2016: 4,100 vehicles).

In China – the brand’s largest market worldwide – ŠKODA handed over the keys to 15,000 new vehicles (February 2016: 18,500 vehicles; -18.8%). Deliveries overseas increased by 98% to a total of 2,500 vehicles.

At the Geneva Motor Show, ŠKODA is presenting several new highlights. These include the ŠKODA KODIAQ SCOUT and ŠKODA KODIAQ SPORTLINE alongside the extensively upgraded ŠKODA OCTAVIA as well as the sporty spearhead ŠKODA OCTAVIA RS 245 and the ŠKODA OCTAVIA SCOUT with a rugged off-road look. In addition, the upgraded ŠKODA models RAPID and RAPID SPACEBACK, and Citigo are on show.

ŠKODA deliveries to customers in February 2017 (in units, rounded off, by model; +/- in percent compared to February 2016):

ŠKODA OCTAVIA (28,600; -8.6%)

ŠKODA FABIA (16,700, + 15.2%)

ŠKODA RAPID (15,000, + 12.1%)

ŠKODA SUPERB (10,900, + 17.1%)

ŠKODA KODIAQ (1,300; + 100.0%)

ŠKODA YETI (6,300, -15.7%)

ŠKODA CITIGO (only sold in Europe: 2,300, -16.4%) 

Skoda has topped the One Million sales one month earlier than last year, and 2017 will top it even sooner with the Kodiaq.

• Growth course: ŠKODA delivers one million vehicles to customers by mid-November – around one month earlier than previous year
• Successful top model: ŠKODA SUPERB sales up 85.2% over the same period last year
• Further growth momentum thanks to new ŠKODA KODIAQ and comprehensively upgraded ŠKODA OCTAVIA
• Outlook: ‘Strategy 2025’ sets the course for company’s future and defines high-growth areas of activity

ŠKODA surpassed the mark of one million vehicles delivered in 2016. This means that ŠKODA has reached the milestone approximately one month earlier than 2015, and has delivered a seven-digit number of vehicles for the third year in a row. 

The top model ŠKODA SUPERB has made a considerable contribution to this success. From January to today, almost 115,000 units of the flagship have rolled off the production line – an increase of 85.2% compared to the previous year. 

The launch of the new large SUV model ŠKODA KODIAQ and the comprehensively upgraded ŠKODA OCTAVIA promise further growth momentum for 2017.

“The current financial year shows that ŠKODA can sustainably tap into new customer segments with a modern model range on the international markets,” says ŠKODA CEO Bernhard Maier, adding: “We will also continue our growth course in 2017. 

The new ŠKODA KODIAQ is going to play an important role in this; the model will expand our range in the growing SUV segment.”

The flagship ŠKODA SUPERB has recorded particularly dynamic development over the year to date: Between January and October, almost 115,000 units of the top model made their way to customers around the world. Compared to the same period last year, this represents an increase of 85.2% (January to October 2015: 61,900 vehicles). The popular small car ŠKODA FABIA and the compact ŠKODA RAPID are also showing positive trends. Deliveries of these models increased by 6.7% and 7.0%, respectively, over the same period.

The heart of the brand, ŠKODA OCTAVIA, has made a significant contribution to the expected record sales: ŠKODA delivered 361,700 units of their bestseller from January to October. In the coming year, major revisions are planned for the ŠKODA OCTAVIA. The successful model is set to further strengthen its successful position on the international markets.

ŠKODA will be launching their first large SUV on the markets next year. With the ŠKODA KODIAQ, the brand is launching their campaign in the currently largest and fastest growing SUV segment. The new model will open up new customer groups for the traditional brand. Orders are already being placed for the ŠKODA KODIAQ, which will be heading to the first customers in February 2017.

Beyond the positive outlook for 2017, ŠKODA has set the course for long-term growth. The plan of action is set out in Strategy 2025, with which the Czech manufacturer is preparing for the challenges facing the automotive industry. Key aspects of the future strategy include electromobility, digitalizing the company, products and manufacturing, as well as new mobility services and connectivity. ŠKODA intends to grow in two dimensions: Firstly, in terms of increasing vehicle sales; and secondly by expanding the growth course to include new business segments, such as digital mobility services.

WORLDWIDE SALES - Skoda see's a huge jump in October sales worldwide,with far more expected with new models.

• Global sales increased by 10.6% to 97,900 vehicles in October
• From January to October, 6.7% more cars were delivered to customers
• Considerable growth in China (+21.3%) and Europe (+4.9%)
• ŠKODA RAPID and ŠKODA SUPERB saw a double-digit increase worldwide

ŠKODA has begun the last quarter of the year successfully: in October, the Czech car manufacturer increased its global deliveries by 10.6% to 97,900 vehicles (2015: 88,500 vehicles). In particular, the high demand in China (+21.3%) and Europe (+4.9%) contributed to the positive sales development. 

Amongst the models, the ŠKODA RAPID (+37.4%) and ŠKODA SUPERB (+58.3%) impressed the most in October with strong growth rates. 

Since January, the brand has delivered 938,800 vehicles, e.g. 6.7% more vehicles to customers (2015: 880,000 vehicles).

“In October, ŠKODA seamlessly continued the positive sales development of the first three quarters. The brand’s considerable growth in the core markets of China and Europe laid the foundations for this,” said Werner Eichhorn, ŠKODA Board Member for Sales and Marketing.

In Western Europe, ŠKODA grew by 4.2% to 35,400 vehicles in October (October 2015: 34,000). In Germany, its strongest individual European market, the brand grew by 3.9% to 13,300 vehicles (2015: 12,800 vehicles).

Deliveries saw a double-digit increase in Italy (1,700 vehicles; +22.9%), Sweden (1,400 vehicles; +20.7%) and Greece (100 vehicles; +15.5%). 

The Czech car manufacturer recorded further growth in 

• France (2,200 vehicles; +5.5%), 
• Great Britain (5,400 vehicles; +6.7%), 
• Austria (1,800 vehicles; +10.1%) 
• Switzerland (1,500 vehicles; +3.4%).

ŠKODA also continued to grow in Central Europe in October: with 15,800 vehicles, deliveries were 6.7% higher than last year (October 2015: 14,800 vehicles). 

In its home market of the Czech Republic, the brand was able to reinforce last year’s strong performance with 7,600 deliveries. In Poland, ŠKODA achieved a considerable increase of 17.9%, having delivered 4,800 vehicles. ŠKODA also achieved growth in the following Central European markets: Slovenia (600 vehicles; +11.1%) and Croatia (300 vehicles; +81.8%).

In Eastern Europe excluding Russia, ŠKODA delivered 3,300 vehicles – 10.7% more than in the same month last year (October 2015: 3,000). 

The strongest growing markets in this region include Bosnia (100 vehicles; +49.5%), Bulgaria (300 vehicles; +25.6%); the Baltic states (800 vehicles; +57.2%) and Ukraine (400 vehicles; +52.2%).

Sales figures in Russia reached the same level as last year with 4,600 vehicles (2015: 4,600 vehicles).

ŠKODA recorded significant sales growth in China. In the largest individual market, deliveries increased by 21.3% to 32,000 vehicles in October (2015: 26,400 vehicles).

Global deliveries of the ŠKODA brand to customers in October 2016 (in units, rounded, by model; +/- in % compared to the same month last year):

• ŠKODA CITIGO (3,600; +28.0%)
• ŠKODA FABIA (17,300; +2.7%)
• ŠKODA RAPID (19,200; +37.4%)
• ŠKODA OCTAVIA (38,300; +3.6%)
• ŠKODA SUPERB (12,200; +58.3%)
• ŠKODA YETI (7,200; -28.8%)

WORLDWIDE SALES - Skoda sells nearly 13,000 cars in September giving it more than 10% growth over 2015.

• ŠKODA registers 12,565 cars in September 2016, recording its best-ever September sales result
• Growth of more than 10 per cent over September 2015, with 63,310 vehicles registered year to date – more than five per cent ahead of 2015
• Octavia most popular model in September, with flagship Superb up more than 80 per cent up year to date
• Highest ever September sales for Octavia (3,600) and Yeti (2,188)

ŠKODA UK continued its growth into Autumn with record UK registrations. In September 2016, the brand found 12,565 new homes for its models, 1,181 more than the same month last year. This 10.3 per cent increase in monthly registrations has also seen ŠKODA’s UK market share climb to 2.9 per cent year to date.

The increase for September (1,181 vehicles) means ŠKODA has registered 63,310 so far in 2016, 3,166 more than the same period last year (60,144 cars).

The multi-award winning Fabia supermini found more than 2,300 new owners in the month of September alone. The Yeti also enjoyed its best-ever September with 2,188 cars registered during the month. It was the combined sales of the Octavia hatchback and Estate models – totalling 3,600 registrations for the month – that accounted for the largest share of ŠKODA registrations.

Demand for the Superb, which has been enjoying unparalleled sales success since its launch in 2015, showed no sign of slowing. Registrations for ŠKODA’s flagship were up more than 80 per cent, with 1,327 examples donning a new 66 registration plate. Year to date, 7,894 Superbs have been registered in the UK, a huge 3,589 more than the same period last year.

ŠKODA’s fleet department had its most successful September ever, with 6,544 vehicles delivered in the month.  The Superb hatch grew its year to date share of the true fleet segment from 1.2 per cent to 2.8 per cent, and the Estate up from 5.2 per cent to 9.4 per cent. 

WORLDWIDE SALES AUGUST - Skoda continues it's growth spurt with a double digit rise in August.

• Delivering 80,700 vehicles in August, ŠKODA achieved an increase of 14.2% compared to last August (2015: 70,700)
• The brand records sales increase of 36.1% in China
• Growth trend in Turkey and Israel continues
• Top Model ŠKODA Superb and ŠKODA Rapid post strong growth rates

ŠKODA’s global deliveries in August increased to 80,700 vehicles. Compared to the same period last year, this represents growth of 14.2% (August 2015: 70,700 vehicles). Thus, the traditional Czech brand has continued its growth trend. The top model ŠKODA Superb and the ŠKODA Rapid in particular contributed to the brand’s success.

“In August ŠKODA once again continued along the sustained growth path,” says Werner Eichhorn, ŠKODA Board Member for Sales and Marketing. 

“Sales of ŠKODA’s flagship Superb more than doubled, highlighting that we are winning over new consumer groups with our model range.” ŠKODA is also pursuing this goal with the ŠKODA Kodiaq recently presented in Berlin. 

With this large SUV, the brand from Mladá Boleslav will significantly strengthen its position in the important SUV segment. The market launch is set for February 2017.

In Western Europe, ŠKODA grew by 7% in August with 29,000 vehicles delivered (August 2015: 27,100). In Germany, the traditional Czech brand delivered 12,100 vehicles (up 3.6%). 

ŠKODA recorded double-digit growth in numerous countries, including France (1,600 vehicles; up 20.8%), Italy (900 vehicles; up 28.7%), the Netherlands (1,500 vehicles; up 62.9%), Austria (1,600 vehicles; up 48.8%), Portugal (200 vehicles; up 11.9%) and Sweden (1,200 vehicles; up 19.4%).

ŠKODA recorded modest growth in Central Europe where 13,100 customers received their new ŠKODA – compared with the same month last year this represents an increase of 6.9%. In the domestic market – the Czech Republic – ŠKODA delivered 6,400 vehicles (August 2015: 6,700 vehicles; down 5.0%). The brand achieved significant growth in Poland (4,100 vehicles; up 41.8%) and Croatia (200 vehicles; up 71.0%).

In Eastern Europe, excluding Russia, 2,400 ŠKODA vehicles reached their new owners (August 2015: 2,300 vehicles; up 5.4%). In Russia, ŠKODA deliveries rose by 5.9% to 4,600 vehicles (August 2015: 4,300 vehicles).

The success in Turkey and Israel continues: ŠKODA delivered 2,000 vehicles in August in Turkey, representing an increase of 39.0% (August 2015: 1,400 vehicles). ŠKODA achieved a similarly strong result in Israel, delivering 1,300 vehicles (August 2015: 1,200 vehicles; up 7.8%).

In China – ŠKODA’s strongest global market – the brand achieved a significant increase over the same period last year: A total of 26,000 vehicles were delivered, representing an increase of 36.1%.

ŠKODA deliveries to customers in August 2016 (in units, rounded off, listed by model; +/- in % compared to August 2015):

ŠKODA Citigo (sold only in Europe: 2,700; +3.0%)

ŠKODA Fabia (13,900; -2.8 %)

ŠKODA Rapid (17,400; +38.0 %)

ŠKODA Octavia (30,800; +2.9 %)

ŠKODA Superb (9,200; +144.1 %)

ŠKODA Yeti (6,700; -2.5 %)

Skoda drip feeds pictures of the new Kodiaq, with the latest batch showcasing the interior of the All-New Car.

• More car: Third row of seats and boot capacity set standards
• New interior design: instrument panel with two symmetrical zones, upright air vents, touch display in sophisticated glass design
• Intuitive operation: cockpit features logical and user-friendly layout
• ŠKODA presents new SUV model in Berlin on 1 September 2016

This is how ŠKODA’s new large SUV looks inside: Shortly before its world premiere, the Czech automobile manufacturer gives a first glimpse inside the new large SUV. The photos emphasize that ŠKODA has implemented its modern, clear, expressive design language in the cockpit. 

At the same time, the images highlight the brand’s uncompromising standards in terms of functionality and build quality. ŠKODA is once again setting new standards in interior space: The ŠKODA KODIAQ features the largest boot in its class and is available as a seven-seater.

The interior of the ŠKODA KODIAQ is powerful and robust, yet welcomes passengers with a friendly character. As with all ŠKODA models, the KODIAQ is modern and elegant whilst meeting the functional requirements of an SUV. Every detail conveys clarity and calm; form and function are harmonized.

The expressively and elegantly designed dashboard is uncluttered. It is divided into two

symmetrical zones for driver and passenger. Distinctive vertical elements, such as the four large air inlets characterise the interior. The middle ones flank the on-board monitor. Their edges run along the top of the instrument panel and form a trapezoid, which reflects the ŠKODA KODIAQ’s bonnet. The large display has an elegant glass design with ‘Simply Clever’ operation – logical and intuitive. All switches and functions are easily accessible with a self-explanatory layout. The seats are made of high quality materials, offering the driver and front passenger superior comfort.

The above-average space, which sets new standards in its class, is characteristic of ŠKODA: The developers of the KODIAQ have made the largest interior possible from the external dimensions of 4.70 meters in length and 1.88 meters in width. For the first time in a ŠKODA, the SUV is also available with seven seats. The model can react flexibly to various seating and cargo requirements thanks to longitudinally adjustable reclining seats.

With a volume of 720 to 2,065 l (with rear seats folded), the five-seater ŠKODA KODIAQ offers the largest boot in its class. Options such as the heated steering wheel ensure high comfort. The same is true of the more than 30 ‘Simply Clever’ solutions, such as the door edge protection, electric child safety locks and sleep headrests.