Škoda Felicia Fun Reimagined

Škoda has revisited one of its most unconventional creations, the Felicia Fun, with a digital concept that brings the quirky 1990s pickup into today’s design language. Once known for its bright yellow body, pop-out rear seats, and carefree beach vibe, the Felicia Fun has been reinterpreted by designer Julien Petitseigneur using Škoda’s Modern Solid design philosophy. The result is a playful yet forward-looking vision that balances nostalgia with contemporary style.

The Original Felicia Fun

First introduced in 1997, the Felicia Fun was a compact pickup that challenged expectations. Only around 4,200 units were ever produced, making it a rare model today. Its defining feature was a rear partition that slid open to reveal two extra seats in the cargo bed, instantly transforming it from practical hauler to four-seater adventure vehicle. Combined with bright yellow paint and optional neon accents, it became a cult favorite for its eccentric design and carefree attitude.

A Modern Solid Reinterpretation

The new Felicia Fun concept reflects Škoda’s current design identity while keeping the essence of the original intact.

• Exterior FormThe front features Škoda’s “Tech-Deck Face” grille and T-shaped LED lighting, giving the pickup a strong and technical expression. Wide wheel arches, textured bumpers, and large wheels add toughness, while the matte yellow bodywork recalls the original’s bold presence.

• Playful AccentsNeon pink details replace the classic reds, showing up on taillights, logos, window tints, and wheel elements. These accents inject a playful, almost beach-themed personality that echoes the 1990s roots but with a sharper, modern twist.

• Interior DetailsInside, a full-width digital display references old CRT monitors, blending retro nostalgia with futuristic digital graphics. The interface even mimics vintage video games, capturing the carefree personality of the Felicia Fun in a contemporary format.

What Changed

One defining element of the original—the fold-out rear seats—was not included in this reinterpretation. While omitted here, the concept’s proportions could support them in a future development. Petitseigneur himself acknowledges this as a possibility if the design were ever taken beyond a digital study.

Conclusion

The reimagined Felicia Fun shows how heritage and modernity can meet in surprising ways. It is a celebration of Škoda’s playful side, a reminder that not all cars need to take themselves seriously, and a statement that design can be both functional and fun. Even as a concept, it sparks imagination for what urban and leisure mobility could look like if nostalgia and innovation drive hand in hand.