Volkswagen not in a good shape for past many years, vowed to revive the sales with new models and strategic lineup. Of the given commitment, this German carmaker revealed four models for the India expected to launch by the next two years, exactly between 2015 and 2016.
- New Beetle
Volkswagen Beetle as a mark of legacy is well known around the world. The new face that other countries had seen quite early will soon reveal on this shore in the coming months. Its facelift is not only restricted to cosmetic appearance, but also improves on driving characteristics.
- Launch: End 2015
- Price: Rs 35 lakh (approx, ex-showroom Delhi)
- Polo Compact Sedan
The boom in sub 4-metre segment had compelled Volkswagen to bring a one especially for India. Apparently, it is the big deal for VW to do so, but expected profit margin surely tricked to balance the situation for this carmaker.
- Launch: Jan 2016
- Price: Rs 6.5-8.0 lakh (approx, ex-showroom Delhi)
- New Passat
The slow movement of sedan market had literally stuck the makers to go off the roads with SUVs and crossovers in India. Sedan, presently on the back burner, deprived off the favour from buyers. So, VW let it loose and decided to bring the new Passat by next year, where earlier it was speculated to debut during the current year. The fresh tech advancements and more oomph of luxury inside the cabin will make it a perfect buy for chauffeur driven audience.
- Launch: Early 2016
- Price: Rs 32-35 lakh (approx, ex-showroom Delhi)
- New Tiguan
The lineup of Volkswagen left with an exception of SUV, which will soon get filled in name of Tiguan. This SUV in its fresh avatar will break cover next year at a one of the auto shows before joining lineup of India, China and other markets. In rivalry with Toyota Fortuner and Honda CR-V this VW off-roader can rope in the desired proportion only of posh and crème who even loves to play with the dirt in complete style.
- Launch: Mid 2016
- Price: Rs 20-25 lakh (approx, ex-showroom Delhi)