New Volkswagen Jetta launched in India

     Volkswagen has launched 6th generation Jetta in India priced at Rs. Rs 14.12 lakh, ex-showroom New Delhi. The new Jetta will be available in three trim levels – Trendline, Comfortline and Highline.


     Powering the new Jetta will be 2.0L TDI common rail diesel engine which produces 138 Bhp @ 4200 rpm of power and 32.4 Kgm @ 1750-2500 rpm of torque. Two drive options are on the offer, a six speed manual transmission and a DSG Gearbox.

     The new Jetta is bigger as compared to the outgoing model and looks very similar to its younger brother Vento from the front angle. The new Jetta will compete will Skoda Laura, Chevrolet Cruze, Toyota Corolla Altis, Renalut Fluence and Honda Civic in the D-Segment.

New Volkswagen Jetta Pictures

New Volkswagen Jetta Press Release:


Volkswagen unveils the all-new Jetta in India
• All new Jetta now to be available at an even better price starting Rs. 14.12 lakhs*
• Bookings start today
• Now 27 percent more powerful and larger by 90 mm
• All new design add to the appeal of the Jetta
Mumbai, August 17, 2011: Volkswagen, Europe’s leading car manufacturer unveiled the all-new Jetta for India today.
With a totally new design and a powerful engine, the all-new Jetta will be available to customers in the diesel variant in both automatic and manual transmissions starting at Rs. 14.12 lakhs, ex showroom New Delhi. It will be available in four variants –Trendline, Comfortline and Highline manual and DSG gearbox.
Speaking during the presentation of the all-new Jetta, Mr. Neeraj Garg, Member of Board and Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Group Sales India Pvt. Ltd. said, “The Jetta has been a worldwide bestseller for Volkswagen, and with the sixth generation we are confident to continue this success story in an important market like India.“
He further adds “With the introduction of the all-new Jetta our entire carline from the Polo to the Passat now offers the latest and the best to our customers, reiterating our commitment here in India. And the good news is that this new carline will be available for customers at an even better price than the outgoing Jetta.”
Mr. Lutz Kothe, Head of Marketing and PR, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Group Sales India Pvt. Ltd. added by saying, “with a sleek new design and a very powerful engine we aim to entice customers who love their cars to perform. We are confident that the all-new Jetta with its latest drive technologies will set standards in its segment.”
The Vehicle Outline:
The all New Jetta is equipped with 2.0Litre, 4 cylinder CRDi engine with a maximum power output of (140PS) @ 4200rpm and a maximum torque of 320 Nm @1750-2500 rpm with a 6 Speed Gear Box in both manual and automatic transmission (DSG).
* Ex-Showroom New Delhi
Exterior
The new generation Jetta now comes with an entirely new design and is 90 mm longer than its previous generation thereby making it more comfortable for the passengers.
The interplay of its exterior dimensions generates a powerful ratio of proportions. In parallel, the all new Jetta “design DNA” sharpens its style. This has resulted in clear precise lines and muscular surfaces, which give the Jetta an image of timeless elegance and dynamic styling.
The Exterior is equipped with:
• “Navarra” alloy wheels 205/55 R 16 tyres
• Day time running lights,
• Rear Fog lights
• Side turn signal lights integrated in exterior mirrors
• Dual exhaust pipes
Interior
The designers and engineers have also crafted the interior right down to the last detail; the quality and perfection in details decisively go beyond boundaries. The extended wheelbase of the new Jetta has enabled a rear seating layout that is significantly more comfortable.
The very wide and coupe like rear window offers excellent visibility and simultaneously emphasizes its dynamic lines. Its interplay with the C-pillars, as striking as they are elegant, and the clearly sculpted shoulder section, produces a design that is extremely dominant, generating a strong and powerful presence.
The interior is equipped with:
• Leatherette seat upholstery
• Leather package for steering wheel, gear shift knob, hand brake grip
• Front center armrest with storage box
• Storage compartments on headliner
• Rear AC vents for comfort,
• Driver’s seat height adjustments for better drivability,
• Lockable and illuminated glove compartment
• Multi-function display
Comfort and Convenience
On comfort the car has a number of unique, thoughtful touches. It is equipped with:
• 12 way electrically adjustable driver seat
• RCD 510 touch screen music system with CD player
• Aux-in & 8 speakers
• Cruise control
• Park distance with acoustic warning and display of front infotainment
• Climatic air conditioner
• Front seat with height adjustment for better visibility
Safety and Security
Advanced occupant safety is one of the key features of the all-new Jetta which comes equipped with:
• Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
• 8 airbags
• Front seat belt with height adjustment and seat-belt tensioner,
• Central locking with 2 remote control folding keys,
• 3-point belt for center rear seat,
• Electronic engine immobilizer,
• Engine and transmission guard,
• Hill hold control.
The all New Jetta will be offered in 6 different colours:
• Candy white
• Reflex silver
• Toffee braun
• Deep black pearl
• Platinum grey
• Silver leaf
About Volkswagen:
Volkswagen, the leading carmaker in Europe, sells its broad model range from the Fox to the Phaeton in more than 150 countries worldwide. In India, Volkswagen offers the luxurious Phaeton, Passat, Jetta, the iconic New Beetle, the powerful SUV Touareg, the Polo and the Vento.

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Volkswagen Up to debut at Frankfurt Motor Show 2011

     Volkswagen’s new entry-level city/minicar will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show this year. Volkswagen says, "Something small is coming up!"


Here is the teaser ad of Volkswagen Up…

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VW rolls out 1,00,000 cars from Chakan plant

     Volkswagen has rolled out 1,00,000 cars from its Chakan plant in Maharashtra, 2 years from the start of production. The Chakan plant consists of various stages of production from press to pain shop to assembly line. The plant presently produces Polo, Vento and Skoda Fabia cars.

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New Volkswagen Touareg spied in Pune

     The new Volkswagen Touareg was spied testing near Pune. According to the report the new Touareg is roomier, more powerful, more efficient and lighter than the current generation model. The vehicle spied had a V6 TDi badge on the rear. The new Volkswagen Touareg will make its Indian debut in August 2011.

Source: Overdrive

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New Volkswagen Jetta India launch on 17th August

     Volkswagen India will launch the new Jetta on 17th of August this year. The new Volkswagen Jetta resembles its lower brother Vento from the front, though the rear tail lamps will clearly differentiate the two. However the new Jetta is much bigger than the Vento as well as the current Jetta. We had in our earlier post showed you some of the spy pictures of new Jetta being tested on Indian soil.


     News is that the new Jetta will be available only in diesel avatar but a petrol engine Jetta cannot be ruled out. The 2.0L TDI diesel with 140 Ps will power the new Jetta. Automatic transmission will be through 6 speed DSG gearbox, but a manual transmission model could also be offered as a lower spec variant.


     The current Jetta looks very dated and Volkswagen is finding hard in the car sales. The new Jetta promises good sales for Volkswagen in India. The new Jetta will compete with Skoda Laura, Renault Fluence, Chevrolet Cruze and Honda Civic in India. Expect the new Jetta to be costlier than its rival and come with loaded features.

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New Volkswagen Jetta spied in India

     Last year Volkswagen unveiled the next generation Jetta at an International Auto Show. Now the new Jetta has been spied testing on Indian soil. Thanks to Mr. Amar Paithankar of Team-Bhp for getting us the spy pictures of the new Jetta.


     The new Jetta looks similar to the Vento from the front. You can hardly differentiate the two cars from the front. However the Jetta is bigger than the Vento and the tail lamps are different than the Vento as well. The rear quarter glass is absent in Jetta unlike the Vento.


     The new Jetta will be powered by a 2.0L TDI engine. It will be available in both manual and automatic transmission when it will be launched in India in second quarter of 2012.

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle – the grown up bug unveiled

     Volkswagen unveiled its iconic Beetle at shanghai in a new avatar which is slated for 2012 launch. The car was simultaneously unveiled at New York and an event was organised in Berlin as well. 2012 Beetle as it is called is based on the ‘New Beetle’ which was introduced in 1998 and sold over million units before it was discontinued last year. From every angle the car resembles the old Beetle launched in 1969 though the company emphasizes that everything from an inch has been re-designed.

     The 2012 Beetle’s is 4278mm long, 1808mm wide and 1486mm tall which means it is longer, broader and shorter than the previous model. The car designed under direction of VW Group design chief Walter de’Silva and VW brand design boss Klaus Bischoff gets sharper, squarer bumpers and a more rakish roofline making it to look more masculine. Klaus Bischoff says that he has done everything that he could to make the car appeal to the male audience.

     The major changes are in the interior and the rear of the car. The round cute looking tail lamps are replaced by a sportier semi-circular one. A tiny spoiler on the end of the rear window indeed makes it a man’s car.






     Under the hood of the 2012 Beetle are 3 petrol and 2 diesel engine options. The petrol engines with 1.2L, 1.4L and 2.0L capacity produces 103 Bhp, 158 Bhp and 197 Bhp respectively. The diesel engines have capacity of 1.6L and 2.0L with power of 103 Bhp and 138 Bhp respectively. Transmission is to the front wheel through 6 speed manual gear box though VW’s seven speed dual clutch transmission will be offered as an option.

2012 Volkswagen Beetle unveiling at New York

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle to be revealed on 18th April

     Volkswagen will reveal it’s 21st Century Beetle on the 18th of April at Shanghai Auto Show, marking a new chapter in the iconic vehicle’s history. The 21st Century Beetle is an automotive icon, reinvented. Its exterior reinterprets the silhouette of the famous Volkswagen Beetle, combining stylistic elements borrowed from the original coupled with the latest technology. The 2012 Volkswagen Beetle guarantees drivers a fun and unique driving experience.

Video - The making of 21st Century Beetle

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Volkswagen Blue Motion Technologies in Passat

     Volkswagen launched it Passat with new Blue Motion Technology. So what is Blue Motion Technology? Blue Motion technology reduces the carbon footprint of the car drastically and enhances fuel effecieny and still maintains the fun for driving.

The Blue Motion Technologies incorporated in the all new Passat


Optimized Gear Ratios:

     The smart technology helps the manual and DSG transmission to optimize for longer ratios, early upshifts and delayed downshifts for increased energy efficiency for smarter drivability.








Auto Start Stop:

     The Auto Start stop mechanism works mainly during city traffic. The engine automatically turns off when you take the foot off the clutch in case of manual transmission. In case of DSG transmission the engine shuts of when you take the foot off the accelerator. With the depressing of the clutch (manual transmission) or accelerator (DSG transmission) the engine restarts automatically. In the process precious fuel is saved automatically.


Brake Energy Recuperation:

     During braking, the kinetic energy is converted into electricity and stored in the battery. So the act of braking recharges the battery – the more you brake, the further you can go.










Gear Shift Indicator:
     This feature helps the driver to shift gears at optimum time preventing the energy loss while shifting gears. This inturn adds up to the fuel efficiency.

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Volkswagen to start non banking financial arm in India

     German auto conglomerate Volkswagen will invest Rs. 120 Crore to start its non banking financial arm in India. The company's finance arm Volkswagen Finance Pvt Ltd. (VWFPL) has received licence from Reseve Bank of India to start its Non Banking Financial Company (NBFC).

Company statement -

"VWFPL has been granted an NBFC licence by the Reserve Bank of India, enabling it to make its first offering to the Indian market with three product lines -- VW Finance, Skoda Finance, Audi Finance,"

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All new Volkswagen Passat with Bluemotion technology launched in India

     Volkswagen has launched the all new Passat saloon in India priced in the range of Rs. 20.80-26.65 lakh (ex-showroom New Delhi).

     The new Passat features new Phaeton like grill, new headlamps and new taillamps. The basic design of the car reamains to be same as that of the earlier model though most of the body panels has be designed from the scratch.

      On the inside too there is no much difference to the previous model. The wide horizontal split dash and instrument dials reams the same. However the built quality and feel has been improved by usage of good materials. More of chrome treatment can be noticed.

      The biggest change in the new Passat is under the hood. The 2.0 TDI engine makes comeback to the Passat and gets VW's Bluemotion technology. The engine has been tuned for lower emissions and fuel efficiency. The 2.0 TDI Bluemotion motor develops 170 Bhp of power which is 32 Bhp more than the previous model. The new Passat is offered in manual and DSG gearboxes.

     The seventh generation Passat is priced at Rs. 20.90 lakh for base Trendline, Rs, 23. 80 lakh for Comfortline and Rs. 26.65 lakh for Highline variants (All prices ex-showroom New Delhi).

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Volkswagen's IPL Edition cars soon

     Volkswagen brand has associated itself with the popular Indian Premier League this year. Volkswagen will launch IPL Edition cars on the 10^th of March. A Special Limited Edition Polo is also expected which could mark the 1^st Anniversary of Volkswagen in India.

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Volkswagen developing Innova beater for India

     Volkswagen is looking into its range of vans except the costly Caravelle, which could be altered and modified to take on the Innova in the Indian Market. All new Microbus concept (Bulli) is one of them which the company is seriously looking about. The Microbus concept is 3.99m in length and 1.75 m in width and can accommodate 6 passengers in its front and rear seats combined. VW might stretch the chassis to accommodate a third row of seats for Indian market.

     The Microbus concept features retro-styling of 1950 yet being modern. It has a short nose, squat stance and two tone colour job. VW feels a 1.0L and 1.4L petrol and 1.6L diesel motor suits the vehicle. A removable iPad as a centre console, seats that fold easily to create a compact camper, and a stereo developed with Fender for that live music feel are some of the special features of the Microbus.

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Volkswagen to sell A-Star under its brand globally

     First of all let us remind that last year VW bought a substantial 20% stake in Suzuki Motor Company. The deal was seen as a mutual understanding to benifit both the companies. Though no future plans were revealed by the two companies, lots of speculations about technology transfer were anticipated.

One such thing is the sale of Suzuki small cars under Volkswagen brand. According to latest reports Volkswagen will sell Suzuki A Star which is popular grobally already under its own brand name. That is A Star will be sold as Volkswagen A Star worldwide. Currently A Star is manufactured in Maruti Suzuki's plant in India and exported to other parts of the world. Maruti Suzuki also manufacture A Star for Nissan which is sold globally as Nissan Pixo.

Volkswagen will be benifit with low cost small car manufacturing expertise of Suzuki. Volkswagen's sister company Skoda Auto is also likely to use its brand on some of the Suzuki smalls. With these development it looks obvious that VW is determined to dethrone Totoya as world's No. 1 automobile manufacturer by 2018.

Though this is not official, Suzuki might get access to VW's technologically advanced diesel engines. Currently Suzuki has only 1.3L multijet engine sourced from Fiat for its small cars and the company is finding difficult to fit the same engine is the mid-sized sedan as well. With the access to VW's diesel engines Suzuki will have an option to power its mid-sized saloons with a diesel mill, the main segment which it is lacking in. Though SX4 diesel has been launched, the company feels insecured as the cometititors are offereing a bigger and powerful diesel engine. The latest entry from Maruti Suzuki 'Kizashi' might as well get a VW diesel engine in future.

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New Volkswagen concepts revealed for Geneva Motor Show

     Volkswagen had announced that it will show 7 new concept cars at the Geneva Motor Show. Of them two concepts have been ready and the pictures are available on the net.  The two concepts in the pictures are designed by Italdesign Giugiaro studio at the European patent office. Volkswagen now owns Italdesign Giugiaro design studio.

     The first concept is a tall and narrow five-door hatchback model with seating for four passengers, while the second model appears to be a sportier looking three-door variant with a lower roofline and more aggressive lines, in the likes of the Scirocco. We can't tell for sure, but it is possible that these two cars are roughly the same size as the Polo.

New Volkswagne Concept 1

New Volkswagne Concept 2

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New Volkswagen Passat launch in India on March 29th

     Volkswagen will launch the new Passat sedan in India on 29th of March this year. The new Passat will be the 7th generation car and even though most of the body panels have been changed, the car looks similar to the earlier model. Nothing has been changed in terms of dimensions except for the length which is 4 mm longer than the outgoing car.


     New headlamp and tailamp assembly with chrome insertions are the only major changes in the exterior. The interior looks familiar with the earlier model but now gets lots of chrome treatment. Quality of interiors have been enhanced with use of quality materials.


     Initially, the Passat will be available in the same engine options – a 2.0 TDI diesel and 1.8 TSI petrol, both of which are familiar and being used in the earlier model. The 2.0 TDI diesel engine now delivers power of 170 Bhp, a clean 32 Bhp higher. Transmission options offered will be both manual and DSG gearbox. Expect the new Passat to be priced slightly higher than the previous one.


     Autocarindia could scoop some of the pictures of the soon to be launched new Passat. Have a look at them.

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Volkswagen to preview "One Liter" concept next month

     According to some unknown sources Volkswagen will preview an another “One Liter” concept at the Qatar Auto Show. For decades VW has been toying with the idea of a car which could run 100 Km with just 1 liter of fuel.

     Volkswagen had debuted the L1 concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2009 which was a plug in hybrid that returned an impressive figures of 100 Km per 1.2 liters of fuel.

     The new “One Liter” concept will feature a two cylinder engine and an electric motor powered by a lithium ion batter. The concept is believed to be previewed at the auto show next month and could go into production in 2013.

Volkswagen L1 concept

Source: worldcarfans

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January 20, the National Day of the Beetle in Brazil

     Exactly on this day way back in 1959 the iconic beetle was started manufacturing in Brazil in Sao Bernardo do Campo. The Beetle won the hearts of millions of Brazilians simply because of its design, robustness and unbreakable image. The Beetle name is still very iconic all over the world, thanks to Sir Ferdinand Porsche Sr. 

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Volkswagen unveils 2012 Passat previously known as NMS(New Midsize Sedan)

     Volkswagen has finally unveiled the New Midsize Sedan(NMS) just ahead of the Detroit Auto Show. Volkswagen has retained the name Passat for the New Midsize Sedan. The 2012 Passat has been designed for the North American market and will be built at the firm's new US plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee.


     The new Passat has bigger dimensions compared to the present model, hence more passenger room can be expected. On the styling front, inspiration for the new Jetta can be made out both in the Exterior as well as interiors. The new Passat will launched in US by August 2011 with base price tag of $20,000.

 

Source: carscoop

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Volkswagen releases teaser image of 2012 New Midsize Sedan(NMS)

     Volkswagen has released the teaser images its 2012 New Midsize Sedan(NMS) which will debut at the Detroit Motor Show. According to sources the NMS will be sleeker and romier than the Passat. Since NMS is built in Tenneesse it will be sold arount $20,000, $7000 less than the passat. NMS is likely to look similar to Jetta and will take on Camry and Accord in US markets.

VW NMS Spy Photos

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