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Skoda has made a comeback on a small scale with a bang suv Space – and it’s electrified. New epic show car previews what will become Check The brand’s most affordable EV to date, boasting great looks, luxurious packaging and a range of up to 264 miles – all for around £26,000 when it launches in 2026.
The Epic is Skoda’s first car to fully embrace the brand’s ‘Modern Solid’ design philosophy, offering a bold, boxy shape that is – in profile – reminiscent of the much-loved Skoda Yeti. Measuring over 4.1 meters in length, the Epic is compact on the outside, but promises to be quite spacious on the inside, with room for five people and a good 475-litre boot.
At its core, the Epic is designed to be a practical, no-nonsense urban SUV – but it’s also fully electric and future-facing. It made its debut at the Volkswagen Group media workshop ahead of the Munich Motor Show and joins other small EVs vw and as part of the Cupra Group’s new electric urban car family.
Although it’s labeled a show car for now, Skoda says the production version of the Epic will remain close to the revealed version. It’s built on the same all-electric platform as the Volkswagen ID.2 and Cupra Raval and is expected to feature front-wheel drive and a useful range of about 264 miles on a single charge – enough for most people on a week-long or a weekend away trip.
But it’s the price that’s arguably going to catch the most attention. Skoda is aiming for a starting figure close to that of its petrol-powered Kamiq, which means around £26,000 in the UK. This will make it one of the most affordable electric SUVs on the market – and give it a unique edge with its Yeti-style upright stance and trademark ‘Simply Clever’ storage solution.
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On the outside, the Epic sets a new tone for Skoda design. There’s no traditional grille – instead, a black ‘tech-deck face’ flanked by distinctive T-shaped LED lights dominates the front end.
A pronounced ‘whirlwind line’ runs down the sides, separating the glass-top cabin from the heavy body below and giving the car a confident, streamlined stance. A strong front bumper, matte cashmere paint and gray accents round off its rugged aesthetic.
Inside, it’s all about functionality. The minimalist interior has plenty of traditional Skoda ‘Simply Clever’ touches including wireless phone charging, configurable bins, physical buttons, haptic scroll wheel and family-friendly storage. The brand’s mobile-first approach is clear, with a distinct digital experience that still feels intuitive and connected.
When production begins in 2026, the Skoda Epic will be built at Volkswagen’s Navarre plant in Spain, alongside its VW and Cupra siblings. It’s part of a wider group strategy to bring affordable EVs to the masses – what VW calls “the democratization of e-mobility”.
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Skoda’s acquisition will appeal to buyers looking for something both functional and characterful – and with prices likely to start around £26k, it fits right into the target market where the modern Skoda Yeti will sit. Sales of the Epic should begin in the UK by the end of 2026.