4 New Volkswagen Cars Launching Soon
Volkswagen as part of their India 2.0 strategy introduced new products and that actually helped popularise the brand among buyers. Some of these models were specifically developed for India and that helped them keep the prices in check and service was also comparatively affordable. As part of the expansion plans, Volkswagen is now planning to introduce more models in the market. Here we have a list of 4 such new Volkswagens that are launching in the market soon.
Volkswagen launched the Taigun facelift recently. After the Taigun facelift, Volkswagen is now working on the Virtus facelift. The car has been spotted testing and is expected to be offered with a revised grille, headlamps, and bumpers. The sedan is also likely to come with new alloy wheels and LED tail lamps connected by an LED light bar.
The updated Virtus sedan will feature a refreshed cabin with more features than the current version. It will continue to be offered with the same 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre TSI engine options. The smaller engine is expected to be paired with a 6 speed manual and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 1.5 TSI will be offered with a 7-speed DSG.
The Tayron R-Line is currently the flagship SUV from Volkswagen in India. While the current version is the top-spec R-Line variant focused on performance, Volkswagen is also planning to introduce a lower-spec, non-R-Line version of the Tayron in India.
While the R-Line variant is priced at around ₹47 lakh (ex-showroom), the lower-spec version is expected to be priced below it. It will be powered by the same engine as the R-Line but will likely produce lower power and torque figures.
This version is also expected to miss out on some of the premium features offered in the R-Line variant, making it a more accessible option for buyers.
Volkswagen launched the Golf GTI in India last year. The initial 250 units were sold out almost immediately. The brand was so overwhelmed by the response that they decided to bring in a second batch.
Several Indian celebrities, especially from South India, along with automotive enthusiasts, have already purchased this hatchback. The next batch of Golf GTIs is expected to arrive in India soon, and like the first batch, it will be brought in as a CBU (Completely Built Unit).
The Golf GTI is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 265 bhp and is paired with a 7-speed DSG gearbox.
Apart from the cars and SUVs mentioned above, Volkswagen is also working on a sub-4 metre SUV, which will be based on the same platform as the Kylaq. The brand reportedly took this decision after observing the Kylaq’s success in the segment.
This upcoming SUV is expected to feature a design inspired by the Tera and will be powered by the same 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, paired with a manual and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The sub-4 metre SUV is expected to be launched next year.