The new Skoda Superb, tested first here in Estate form, is aiming to do just that.
Visually, the updated Superb retains the exact same design as the previous model inside out save for the new 18-inch alloy wheels.
However, the sedan gets two new colour options- Rosso Brunello and Water World Green, alongside the previously offered Magic Black shade.
It goes about its task with an all-new body, interior and tech, plus significant upgrades to the powertrains which now feature new hybrid options.
Starting on the practicality front, the new model is now 40mm longer than before, with a boot capacity that’s bigger to the tune of 30 litres at 690.
Unlike VW with the new Passat, with which this car shares much of its underlying tech, Skoda will offer a hatchback Superb model but it will be along shortly after the Estate.
The drive modes have a significant effect with regards to the ride quality when cars are fitted with the optional DDC Pro adaptive dampers.
Switch the system over to Comfort mode and the ride, even on the 19-inch wheels of our test car,
was superbly - pardon the pun, it was going to happen eventually - supple and refined.
As speeds rise, this can leave the body control feeling a touch wayward,
but this is where a switch to the tighter Sports mode firms things right back up, fixing the problem.