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This is the Skoda Rapid Spaceback, a more conventional hatchback version of the Rapid that's made its world debut Frankfurt Motor Show.

The Spaceback features the same design as the existing Rapid from the car's front to the B-pillars, and features the same 2,602mm wheelbase.

Despite its name, which originally made us think the car would be a larger, estate version of the Rapid, the new model has a shorter tail and more conventional hatchback. This cuts bootspace down from 550 litres to 415 litres with the rear seats up, and from 1,490 litres to 1,380 litres with the rear seats folded.

The car's standout design feature is the optional panoramic glass roof which stretches almost the entire length and width of the roof. Buyers will also be able to opt for a 'prolong' rear window, which extends the rear windscreen glass 100mm further down the bootlid.

The new addition to the Rapid range will go on sale in October, and will use the same engine and gearbox line-up as the current Rapid.