What the car is and where it came from
The Škoda 110R is a rear-engined, rear-wheel drive coupé built by AZNP in Kvasiny from 1970 to 1980. It succeeded the 1000 MBX/1100 MBX. 56,902 units were made.
How it works, in terms someone would actually use
It is a rear-engined, rear-wheel drive coupé with a four-speed manual gearbox. The driver sits ahead of the engine, which sits behind the rear axle. The 1.1-litre OHV four-cylinder engine powers the rear wheels directly. Acceleration to 100 km/h takes 18.5 seconds. Top speed is 145 km/h.
What it gets right
It gets right the compact, purposeful two-door fastback form. It shares mechanicals with the 110LS saloon, simplifying production and service. Its two- or four-headlight front end gives visual distinction across model years.
What it does not
It does not separate driver from engine noise or heat. It does not offer front-wheel drive agility or weight distribution advantages. It does not provide four-seat practicality or saloon-level ride comfort.
What it changed
It replaced the Škoda 1000 MBX/1100 MBX as Škoda’s dedicated coupé. It established the fastback silhouette as Škoda’s sports identity for a decade, until succeeded by the Garde in 1980.
Who it is for, and who it is not
It is for students of Cold War automotive pragmatism, rear-engine layout evolution, and Czechoslovak industrial design. It is not for buyers seeking dynamic balance, thermal insulation or contemporary safety standards.
Is it worth your time
Yes — if you want to understand how Eastern Bloc engineering solved sports-car packaging with minimal resources. No — if you expect modern handling, refinement or performance metrics.