Skoda on a Nostalgic Trip

Skoda continues its series of reinterpretations of historical models with a new concept: an electric version of the Favorit.

The Skoda Favorit is an iconic city car launched in the late 1980s. This prototype, which will not be produced in series, is part of an effort to reconnect the brand’s present with some of its landmark cars.

The project is part of a broader initiative, in which Skoda revisits several vehicles from its past, such as the 200 RS or the 1203 van. The Favorit, in particular, holds an important place in the manufacturer’s history. Designed during the Iron Curtain era, with limited resources, it marked a break in the brand’s style and strategy, even attracting the attention of foreign groups, notably Volkswagen.

When Skoda Was Czech

The new concept incorporates some elements from the original model but integrates them into the contemporary Skoda design, dubbed “Modern Solid.” Designer Ljudmil Slavov, in charge of the project, explains that he did not want to follow the current brand codes like the “Tech-Deck Face,” preferring to rely on the simple lines of the original Favorit to propose a modernized version.

The exterior design retains some recognizable references without veering into retro. The front of the vehicle, in particular, features a distinct style, with very slim headlights under semi-transparent covers, reminiscent of the bulky optical blocks of the 1980s, made locally at that time. The new LED headlights can project different light patterns, customizable by the user.

Although this concept is not intended for commercialization, it illustrates how Skoda seeks to connect its current identity to its history. This reinvented Favorit is not just a nostalgic nod but rather a stylistic exercise aimed at exploring what the past can still bring to the future of automotive design.

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