Škoda goes Gran Turismo: Exclusive Škoda Vision Gran Turismo design concept stars in popular video game series – Škoda Storyboard

› All-electric single-seater designed exclusively for Gran Turismo 7 PlayStation racing simulation
› Design inspired by the legendary Škoda 1100 OHC Spider and Škoda’s new Modern Solid design language
› A total of four electric motors enable an output of 800 kW* and all-wheel drive
› Involvement in e-racing underscores Škoda’s dedication to innovation and digitalisation within the automotive industry as well as celebrating its rich motorsport heritage

Mladá Boleslav, 24 April 2024 – Škoda Auto is introducing the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a spectacular all‑electric concept car, into the Gran Turismo 7 PlayStation game, thus expanding the carmaker’s presence in the digital racing world. Drawing inspiration from the 1957 Škoda 1100 OHC Spider, the fully electric all-wheel drive Škoda Vision Gran Turismo is equipped with four electric motors, delivering a powerful total output of 800 kW*.

“The roots of Škoda Motorsport go back more than 120 years, with countless successes. The next step? Joining the world of e-racing by launching a stunning new virtual concept car into the world’s most successful racing game, Gran Turismo. The Škoda Vision Gran Turismo study bridges our rich heritage to our electric future and new Modern Solid design language. Our customers are explorers, and the sleek Škoda Vision Gran Turismo car is a great way to enrich their experiences while also attracting new fans to our brand.”

Klaus Zellmer, CEO of Škoda Auto

“When the Škoda Auto design team embarked on this very special project, we decided to create a futuristic version of the Škoda 1100 OHC Spider for the digital age, an innovative fusion of past and future that also includes elements from our new Modern Solid design language. The result is a fascinating blend of traditional motorsport and a virtual electric racing future.”

Oliver Stefani, Head of Škoda Design