The new spec level sits between SE and range-topping Elegance models and will include features such as Bluetooth, a multi-function steering wheel and Skoda’s Amundsen touch-screen sat-nav system on the Octavia, Superb and Yeti, giving savings of up to £1,310.

The trim level is offered on a number of Skoda’s petrol and diesel engines, including two new engines available exclusively on SE Plus trim. The new 1.8 TSI 152bhp engine will be available on Yeti, Octavia and Superb and the new 2.0 TDI CR 110bhp engine will be available on Octavia.

Chris Horrell, Skoda UK’s product marketing manager, commented: 'SE Plus offers lots of extra equipment beyond SE trim at a considerably reduced cost to the customer. We’ve tailored the offering on each model to reflect the features that are most desirable. SE Plus isn’t a special edition, but a completely new trim level that will run until the end of each vehicle’s life-cycle.'