Skoda pays tribute to old 100 saloon with modern-day electric Concept

Skoda has revealed a modern take on the brand’s first ever one millionth-selling model with the 100 Concept.

The original 100 was the firm’s four-door saloon that went on-sale in 1969 and was the first Skoda to sell more than one million units.

The 100 Concept has been inspired by that car, and is a 3D model while incorporating Skoda’s ‘Modern Solid’ design language. There is a four-element lighting signature and full-width light bars on the front and back of the car, which pay subtle references to the chrome accents on the original 100. Meanwhile, the oval front and rear graphics are also a nod to the model from the 1960s.

The charging flap is integrated seamlessly into the front wing, while the sculptured groove in the rear quarter panel is another design element to the old 100 with its rear-mounted vent grilles.

At the back, there is no rear window, which allows the bodywork to sculpture around seamlessly from the front, to give the car a more distinctive appearance.

The 100 Concept would be battery-powered if it was to go into production; however, Skoda has not revealed any technical details so far.

The modern 100 recreation is just a 3D concept for now, with no plans to put the car into production at this stage.