On 22 October 1934, 85 years ago, ŠKODA unveiled the model name SUPERB. The name highlighted the quality and comfort of the brand’s new luxury vehicle, which until then had simply been released with the designation Š 640.
Inspired by the Latin word meaning ‘stately’, the first ŠKODA model to bear the SUPERB badge was 5.5-metres long, 1.70-metres wide and 1.66-metres tall. The top model was powered by a 2.5-litre, 40.5 kW (55PS) six-cylinder engine.
Between 1934 and 1949, more than 1,000 first generation SUPERBs rolled off the production line. In 2001, the Czech car manufacturer revived the moniker, introducing the first modern generation of the SUPERB.
In 2001, the SUPERB set the benchmark for rear legroom in its segment, impressing customers with its attractive design and excellent value for money. After building 136,068 units, ŠKODA launched production of the second generation in 2008, featuring keyless access and start system (KESSY).
In 2019, ŠKODA’s flagship received a major update, including full LED matrix headlights and an expanded range of innovative assistance systems to make the SUPERB one of the safest and most comfortable vehicles in its class.
The SUPERB iV will join the range at the beginning of next year as the first electric model in the series with plug-in hybrid drive.
