Skoda’s 130th anniversary celebrations aren’t over just yet, as there are more special-edition models are on the way.
Three modern models – the Elroq, Karoq and Kamiq – have received the ‘130 Years’ treatment thus far, with the latter set to arrive in showrooms next month.
All three SUVs come “fully loaded” with a host of unique extra equipment and inflated price tags to match – the Kamiq 130 Years Edition is $1100 dearer than the Monte Carlo 110TSI, while the Karoq 130 Years Edition commands a $10,500 premium over the base Select it’s based on.
In the case of the Kamiq, the 130 Years badge brings 19-inch silver ‘Fornax’ alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, chrome roof rails and window surrounds, matrix LED headlights (low- and high-beam) with dynamic cornering and a hands-free power tailgate.
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The Karoq 130 Years Edition also adds several more luxurious features typically reserved for the higher-spec Sportline, excluding Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) adaptive suspension and progressive steering.
Skoda may be running out of time to cash in on its big milestone, but local boss Lucie Kuhn says the party has only just begun.
“Kamiq is not the end, it’s actually the beginning,” Ms Kuhn told CarExpert.
“We have decided to continue with the special editions. Of course, 130 years offers a great opportunity to make these 130 editions and I think it works pretty well, because it’s a model refresh.
“It really brings value to the customers, because you offer a package or additional equipment for really good value. It elevates the equipment of the car, so it’s something that we are going to continue and develop more consistently.”
Other potential suitors for a 130 Years makeover include the Octavia and Superb passenger vehicles, as well as the smaller Fabia. A recent update to the Enyaq electric SUV didn’t bring a special edition, while the Kodiaq large SUV is already offered with a ‘Launch Edition’ upgrade package.
The small Scala hatch is also unlikely to receive extra attention, given rumours it may soon be discontinued in the Australian market.
Skoda as we know it today originated from a bicycle company founded as Laurin and Klement in 1895. The business quickly progressed to debut its first motorcycle in 1899, before completing its first prototype car in 1900. In 1905, it had unveiled its first production car: the Voiturette A, which paved the way for Skoda Auto.
The automaker was active in Australia for many years before withdrawing in the 1980s, only to return in 2007, initially only with the Octavia and Roomster. It has remained in our market ever since.
After hitting a record 7999 Australian deliveries in 2023, Skoda sales dropped by 37 per cent last year to just over 5000. Skoda has recorded 3414 deliveries in the first nine months of 2025, down 15.6 per cent on the same period last year.