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New Volkswagen compact SUV will share its architecture with the Skoda Kylaq and could borrow design elements from the Taigun and Virtus
The Volkswagen Polo disappeared from Indian showrooms in 2022 after the Ameo compact sedan had already been discontinued. The German manufacturer is now preparing a return to the sub-four-metre passenger vehicle category, this time in the form of an SUV. Volkswagen confirmed the new model a few months ago and has scheduled its market introduction for 2027. The vehicle will be developed and manufactured in India and it will sit below the Taigun as the most affordable SUV in the Volkswagen portfolio.
The exterior could take inspiration from the recently updated Taigun and the Virtus facelift which is scheduled to arrive soon. The Taigun received revised LED headlights, illuminated Volkswagen emblems, a horizontal grille light bar and redesigned alloy wheels earlier this year. On a side note, the Virtus facelift’s bumpers, lighting elements, and GT detailing will see revisions.
The compact SUV could feature a similar grille treatment, prominent wheel arches, distinctive LED daytime running lamps and a redesigned rear section. The closest mechanical relative of the new Volkswagen SUV will be the Skoda Kylaq. Both use the MQB A0 IN architecture developed by engineering teams in India and Europe. The Kylaq measures 3,995 mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2,566 mm. Similar proportions are likely for the Volkswagen derivative alongside common structural components, suspension bits and mechanical systems.
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The shared platform also supports extensive localisation and manufacturing at the Volkswagen Group facility in Chakan. The compact SUV is expected to receive the 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI turbo petrol engine used in the Kylaq. The motor kicks out 115 PS and 178 Nm in the Skoda SUV. The Kylaq currently offers a six-speed manual and a six-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. However, the Volkswagen derivative is tipped to receive an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The interior could feature a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity and automatic climate control. Other likely equipment are ventilated front seats, electric adjustment for the driver seat, wireless phone charging, cruise control and an electric sunroof. The Kylaq already offers many of these features but Volkswagen could introduce different dashboard materials, upholstery, display graphics and controls.
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A GT Line variant featuring dark exterior accents and unique interior trim is another possibility. As for safety, six airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, hill-hold assistance, ISOFIX child seat mounts and tyre pressure monitoring system will be available along with a reversing camera and parking sensors.
The Skoda Kylaq has already secured five stars in Bharat NCAP safety tests. Volkswagen has confirmed that the platform will support safety systems suitable for Indian regulations. The Volkswagen compact SUV is expected to cost between Rs. 8 lakh and Rs. 13 lakh (ex-showroom). It will compete against the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV 3XO and its Skoda counterpart.
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