The new Vertus is the first VW sedan to be built on the local MQB A0 IN platform and will replace the outdated Volkswagen Vento. Here’s what you can expect from the new compact sedan.
see photosThe Volkswagen Vertus will debut in India on March 8, and will replace the Vento sedan
The all-new Volkswagen Vertus compact sedan is all set to make its global debut in India tomorrow, March 8, 2022. The new Vertus is the first VW sedan to be built on the localized MQB A0 IN platform, and will replace the aging one. Volkswagen Vento in India. Now, Volkswagen India is unveiling the car ahead of its official launch, which will take place later. With the Polo out of production, the Vertus will be the German carmaker’s most affordable offering in India. And here’s what you can expect from the new Volkswagen Vertus compact sedan.
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Now, we have already told you that virtuous The MQB will be based on the A0 IN platform, which is a localized version of the brand’s modular architecture, developed exclusively for India. we already have Volkswagen taigunWhich is based on the same platform, the Vertus will be placed just below the compact SUV.
The Volkswagen Vertus is based on the MQB A0 IN platform similar to the VW Taigun compact SUV
Design & Styling
We are yet to see this car in its clean avatar. However, we have seen several spy photos, and based on the teasers released by the carmaker, the Vertus will be bigger than the outgoing Vento and will be similar in dimensions to Skoda’s Slavia which measures 4,541 mm in length, 1,752 mm in width. , 1,487 mm in height, and comes with a wheelbase of 2,651 mm. LED taillamps as standard, full LED headlights and new LED daytime running lamps are expected to be seen in the top-end trim. It will also come with 16-inch alloy wheels.
Interior and Features
Cabin and features will be revealed at the official debut, however, we expect to see offerings like touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a digital instrument cluster, flat-bottom multi-functional steering wheel and more. The Vertus is also expected to get ventilated seats, a wireless charger, an electric sunroof and a ton of standard safety features.
The Volkswagen Vertus will get the same engine options as the Taigun, with two turbocharged petrol motors – 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI.
Engine and Transmission
The Volkswagen Vertus will get the same engine options as the Taigun, with two turbocharged petrol motors – a 1.0-litre TSI and a 1.5-litre TSI, and will be offered in both manual and automatic options. The first makes 113 bhp and 175 Nm of peak torque, and comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and an optional 6-speed automatic torque converter. The larger 1.5-litre motor makes 148 bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque and comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and 7-speed DSG automatic unit.
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Launch, Price and Rivals
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We expect VW to launch the Vertus sedan around April 2022. While we don’t expect the prices to be revealed at an official launch on March 8, we do expect the Vertus to price up from ₹10 lakh to ₹17 lakh (ex. -showroom, India). After launch, it will compete with Honda City, Hyundai Verna and Maruti Suzuki Ciaz.
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