What explains Skoda’s success in the Netherlands?
Skoda is one of the most successful brands in the Netherlands. The Czech automaker is regularly in the top ten, if not the top five if you look at the annual number of sales. So what makes Skoda’s cars so attractive? And which models will be the most popular in 2025? You can read this and more in this article.
Versatile and complete offering
Skoda is at home in all markets. Its current lineup is diverse and spans cars of virtually every family-friendly body type. Skoda has been adept at making hatchbacks, sedans and station wagons for years, but has also mastered the art of crossovers and SUVs for some time. For example, models like the
The brand introduced the first model from its all-electric iV range in 2020 in the form of the Enyaq, and has since expanded the range to include the smaller Elroq, as well as plug-in hybrid variants of its largest models. In addition, you can find several interesting models on the used market, such as the Citigo and Yeti, which are no longer in production.
User-friendly cars full of practical solutions
One of the main reasons to buy a used Skoda lies in the user-friendly nature of the cars. Not for nothing is “Simply Clever” the brand’s slogan. Skoda distinguishes itself from the competition by putting plenty of effort into good ergonomics. Skoda’s cars are extremely practical and full of convenient solutions to make life easier for the driver and passengers.
Think umbrella holders in the front doors, an ice scraper in the fuel filler door, endless storage compartments and a collection of hooks for (shopping) bags. Compared to cars from rival brands, Skodas often offer the most leg, head and luggage space in their class. That’s nice if you have children and regularly take the car on the road.
Solid and modest
Another intangible reason people choose Skoda has to do with the character of its cars. In a world that values image more and more, Skoda stays nice and down-to-earth. The brand’s models are anything but garish and pretentious.
They do exactly what they are meant to do, make no false promises and have a subtle elegance. A Skoda is solid and modest, and those attributes are not limited to the exterior and interior. Skodas are generally available with an assortment of fuel-efficient but driven engines and offer a neutral, refined driving experience. The prices are good too: you buy a Skoda at a fair price and get great value for your money.
Skoda falls under the mantle of Volkswagen
Skoda has a rich history, but its acquisition from Volkswagen does wonders for the credibility, identity and success of the originally Czech brand. Since the 1990s, Skodas have had the same technology, engines and gearboxes you find in cars from Volkswagen, as well as Audi and Seat. That creates confidence – you know where you stand. You find few surprises in terms of reliability and quality.
Most popular Skodas of 2025
- Skoda Elroq
- Skoda Kodiaq
- Skoda Octavia
- Skoda Enyaq
- Skoda Kamiq
- Skoda Fabia
- Skoda Superb
- Skoda Scala
- Skoda Karoq