- The upcoming VW SUV is a badge-engineered version of the Skoda Kylaq, which has been Skoda's most successful product in India.
- The SUV is likely to use the same 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine producing 114 bhp and 178 Nm, with a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic, priced between Rs. 9 lakh and Rs. 16 lakh (on-road, Mumbai), and launch expected in 2027.
- The India-bound model could resemble the Volkswagen Tera sold in Brazil, share most components with the Kylaq, and there are rumours it could revive the Polo nameplate.
- Skoda Kylaq has been a significant success for Skoda in India, marking it as their most successful product.
- Expected features include a 10-inch touchscreen, an eight-inch instrument cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, and an electric sunroof.
Volkswagen is set to launch a new compact SUV in India, leveraging the success of the Skoda Kylaq. This SUV, confirmed to be priced between Rs. 9 lakh and Rs. 16 lakh, is expected to debut in 2027 and may revive the iconic Polo nameplate.1234
The project has received approval from Volkswagen India, with an estimated investment of Rs. 275 crore. The new SUV will share components with the Skoda Kylaq, which has been a top seller since its launch, and is anticipated to feature a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine delivering 114 bhp and 178 Nm of torque. Transmission options are likely to include a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic.
In addition to its performance specs, the SUV is expected to come equipped with modern features such as a 10-inch touchscreen, an eight-inch instrument cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, and an electric sunroof. This move aligns with Volkswagen's strategy to capitalize on the growing demand for compact SUVs in the Indian market, following the success of the Kushaq-Taigun and Slavia-Virtus models.5
As Volkswagen aims to strengthen its foothold in India, the upcoming SUV represents a significant step in its product lineup, potentially attracting a new customer base eager for affordable yet feature-rich vehicles.
“The SUV will share most components with the Kylaq and may resemble the Brazil-sold Tera, featuring a 10-inch touchscreen and 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine with 114 bhp. Pricing is expected between Rs. 9 lakh and Rs. 16 lakh on-road Mumbai.”
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