SKODA UNVEILS VISION 7S CONCEPT

Skoda intends to release three new all-electric vehicles as soon as 2026, with their new
Vision 7S concept vehicle providing an early preview of one of these new models. The
concept lands alongside a refreshed design identity that looks to establish a new era for the
Czech automaker.

Skoda aims for all-electric models to make up at least 70% of their products across Europe
by 2030. The Vision 7S, alongside a new compact SUV and a small EV, is set to play a role in
reaching this target.

The Vision 7S provides an insight into what we can expect from Skoda’s planned all-electric
seven-seater SUV. The concept is based on VW Group’s Modular Electrification Kit (MEB)
and houses an 89kWh battery capable of delivering a maximum range of over 600km
(WLTP).

At the front, the Vision 7S features Skoda’s new ‘Tech Deck’ face, a contemporary
reinterpretation of Skoda’s grille which is flatter and wider than previous incarnations. The
front integrates seven vertical air intakes, whilst the back has nine vertical air outlets built
into the rear bumper. The bright orange component seen at the front and back of the Vision
7S can be pulled out to serve as hooks and can also be used to cut off the vehicle’s high-
voltage current from the exterior if necessary.

Inside, the Vision 7S looks to create a roomy experience for up to seven passengers,
boasting a symmetrical design that ensures no passenger is left short-changed when it
comes to space.

The rotating 14.6-inch central screen and various sliding components facilitate two different
configurations: Driving and Relaxing. The former is for when the car is in motion and
involves, amongst other things, positioning controls such that they are easy to reach for the
driver. When charging, the Vision 7S can be set to Relaxing mode at the touch of a button.
This shifts the steering wheel and instrument cluster backwards to create more room for
passengers and rotates and reclines the front seats for added comfort.

The cabin is also leather-free and has been furnished using a selection of sustainable
materials. The floor is made from recycled tyres, whilst the door panels are padded in a
black fabric derived from recycled polyester yarns. Recycled fabric can also be found on the
dashboard and the inner regions of the seats.

The Vision 7S has been unveiled alongside an updated design language which looks to
define a new electrical and digital age for Skoda. It is characterised by reduced lines which
highlight simplicity, as well as a more minimalist aesthetic that focuses on sustainability.
Skoda has also unveiled a fresh brand logo which, in keeping with their new tenets of
ecology, electromobility and sustainability, makes use of Emerald and Electric Green hues.
The logo also parts ways with the use of sculptural 3D graphics, Skoda’s response to the
growing shift in marketing trends that have seen print make way for digital media.

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