Škoda has opened orders for its all-new Superb iV plug-in hybrid, complete with up to 84 miles of electric-only range.

The new Superb iV plug-in hybrid delivers to 84 miles of electric-only range

Available solely in estate guise, it’s priced from £41,465 and uses a second-generation plug-in hybrid drivetrain already seen in the new Kodiaq iV and delivering longer all-electric range along with the ability to use high-speed DC rapid chargers.

Key to the performance of the second-generation plug-in system is the introduction of a much larger 25.7kWh pack (19.7kWh usable) lithium-ion battery pack. Located under the rear seats, the new pack is almost twice the capacity of the first-generation battery (13kWh), and delivers a corresponding boost in all-electric driving range.

In E-mode, the new Superb iV has a WLTP all-electric driving range of up to 84 miles (SE Technology) – a significant increase on the official 35 miles with the previous model and slotting it in the 5% Benefit-in-Kind bracket for 2024/25. As before, drivers have the option of using the petrol engine in hybrid mode where it works alongside the electric motor.

The Superb iV’s second-generation plug-in system also introduces faster charging, now enabling the Škoda plug-in hybrid to accept a DC rapid charge via a new CCS socket. The new charging ports – Type 2 and CCS – have also been relocated from the front grille to the front wing of the Superb, making it easier to access DC rapid chargers.

The new peak speed of 50kW means the Superb iV’s pack can be charged from 10-80% in around 26 minutes.

As with the previous model, the new Superb iV can also be charged on an AC supply at a maximum charge rate of up to 11kW, enabling a 10-80% charge in around two hours 30 minutes.

Hybrid and sport mode are also available alongside the E-mode electric-only drive. Sport mode peaks at 204hp and 350Nm of torque.

The Superb iV is available as an estate form and comes with the option of three trim levels: SE Technology, SE L and Laurin & Klement.

The entry-level SE Technology trim comes with 17-inch silver alloys, a 13-inch central infotainment display with integrated sat nav, 10.25-inch driver’s display, plus heated front seats with four-way pneumatic lumbar support. Technology also includes rear-view camera with washer, adaptive cruise control with speed assist, lane assist plus, traffic jam assist and traffic sign recognition.

The SE L starts from £44,820 and adds in larger 18-inch silver alloy wheels, rear LED lights with animated indicators and two rear fog lights. LED matrix beam headlights deliver a more powerful illumination and include LED daytime running lights, dynamic range control and cornering, poor weather Light and an all-weather light mode. The SE L also adds sports comfort seats with advanced massage function for the front seats, electrically operated boot with Virtual Pedal and an electric sliding parcel shelf.

The range-topping iV model starts from £48,540 and comes with 18-inch aero anthracite alloy wheels and a special L&K Suite Black with black leather interior or L&K Suite Cognac Design Selection. The cabin also gets a Canton sound system, two-spoke leather, heated multi-function steering wheel with DSG paddles as well as heated rear seats, heated windscreen and heated washer nozzles. Other standard features include park assist, trained parking and an area view camera.

The Superb iV PHEV estate, part of a wider powertrain line-up for the new Superb Estate, also delivers a 510-litre boot with the rear seats in position, extending to 1,770 litres with the rear seats folded, and rear legroom said to be best in class.