The upcoming 2026 Skoda Space, a three-row electric SUV set to replace the Kodiaq, has been spotted testing in Sweden. Based on the Vision 7S concept, it features MEB underpinnings, a 4.9-meter length, and seating for seven.
Key Details:
- Design: Tamer than the concept, with sweptback headlights, flush door handles, and long rear doors.
- Interior: Expected 14.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
- Performance: Likely 200-kW charging speed, similar to VW ID.7.
- Range: Vision 7S hinted at 600+ km (373 miles) WLTP.
- Competition: Faces Hyundai Ioniq 9, Kia EV9.
Exterior Design
Previewed by the Vision 7S concept in 2022, the production-ready Space adopts a more subdued yet distinctive design language. The prototype flaunts sweptback headlights flanking a rounded fascia, mismatched wheels, and a robust front bumper with integrated air ducts for brake cooling.
Notable exterior features include door-mounted side mirrors, flush door handles, and elongated rear doors. The rear combines sleek design with Skoda’s signature practicality, cementing its family-oriented appeal.
At approximately 4.9 meters (192.9 inches) in length, the Space is the longest EV in Skoda’s upcoming lineup. It incorporates design cues from the Elroq and offers ample interior flexibility to accommodate seven passengers comfortably.
Interior Design
The interior promises cutting-edge technology, highlighted by a portrait-oriented touchscreen infotainment system.
Rumored to measure 14.6 inches diagonally, the system is designed to deliver a user-friendly experience, diverging from the interfaces seen in other Volkswagen Group SUVs like the ID.4 and ID.5.
MEB Platform and Electric Capabilities
Built on Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, the Space is expected to share powertrain and charging capabilities with its counterparts.
The Vision 7S concept hinted at a high-voltage battery offering a WLTP range exceeding 600 kilometers (373 miles). While specifics remain unconfirmed, the Space could match the 200-kilowatt charging speed seen in the VW ID.7, ensuring swift top-ups.
Rivals and Market Position
The Space faces stiff competition in the growing three-row EV segment, with Hyundai’s Ioniq 9 and Kia’s EV9 leading the charge.
The Kia EV9, for instance, boasts a range of up to 563 kilometers (350 miles) in Europe, setting a high bar for Skoda’s upcoming contender. However, the Space’s combination of practicality, design, and advanced features positions it as a formidable rival.
