Was the Skoda Felicia a missed opportunity when it came to selling in the US?
Ashutosh 06 January 2025 10:26
In the late 1950s and early 1960s Skoda tried to break into the US market with models such as the Felicia and Octavia. It took guts for an Eastern Bloc manufacturer to do this during the Cold War. But the venture was a relative failure, with only a few cars sold before Skoda pulled out of the US market. Considering the eventual improvement in Skoda's reputation under VW ownership, and the later success of other European brands in the US, one could be forgiven for thinking that this early attempt was just a little bit too early. If Skoda had stuck with it or tried again later with vehicles like the modern Felicia, could they have made a go of the US market?
Answered by Abhinav 23 November 2024 14:36
A missed opportunity definitely. Americans have a soft spot for quirky European cars, as successful as the Beetle.


Most Popular Cars

Based on Cars Popular on Maxabout
BS6
₹ 4,95,600
373 Views
BS6
₹ 6,99,976
273 Views

Recently Added Cars

New Cars Added On Maxabout
HOT
₹ 15,00,000
93 Views
BS6
₹ 50,09,000
150 Views
NEW
₹ 27,49,000
48 Views

Upcoming Cars

Exciting Upcoming Cars
HOT
₹ 8,00,000
64 Views
₹ 15,00,000
279 Views
₹ 16,00,000
213 Views

Discussions and Questions Was The Skoda Felicia A Missed Opportunity When It Came To Selling In The Us


Ask a Question

Latest News

Recently Added News
2025 Nissan Patrol NISMO: Key Highlights
Friday, 27 June 2025 16:11 PM
Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept: Highlights
Friday, 27 June 2025 13:21 PM
Tata Harrier EV Gets 5-Star Safety
Friday, 27 June 2025 12:24 PM
Hyundai Starts Engine Output at Talegaon
Wednesday, 25 June 2025 14:02 PM
Volvo S90 India Exit: SUV Strategy Explained
Wednesday, 25 June 2025 13:31 PM
Model Y Arrives: Tesla India Debut
Wednesday, 25 June 2025 12:10 PM