Can you retro-fit an electric tailgate to a Skoda Octavia?

Hi,

Can you please advise if it's possible to retrofit an electric tailgate mechanism to a 2025 Skoda Octavia?

Thanks

Brendan (Dublin)

Jan 2026 Filed under: aftermarket

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Expert answer

Hi Brendan,

While it should be technically possible, we'd not hurry into doing so without all the facts. It's highly unlikely that a Skoda dealer would want to do the conversion for you, and it would be hugely expensive if they did in any case.

We found specialists online offering “genuine” replacements, but none in Ireland, and in the UK the price is equivalent to not far off €3,000. And you'd have to bring the car to them of course.

There are universal options as well that cost a lot less, but you risk invalidating your warranty if you go down that route, and they won't be integrated with the car's electronics in any way.

Nevertheless, there's no harm going into your local Skoda dealership with your car's VIN to hand and ask them about the feasibility.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor