Volkswagen Jetta, Passat and Touran started - RM150k, RM185k and RM167k respectively all CBU

Volkswagen Group Malaysia has today announced the Jetta, Passat and Touran, after its preview debut at the Volkswagen Auto Show 2011 last month. All three models come in CBU form, but of course eventually be set in the near future, the Passat and Jetta models to be assembled on site, in Pekan - no information yet on that one yet.

The Jetta sedan, which is in rolls of RM149, 888 (on the road without insurance), powered by a 1.4 TSI twin-charged engine, the 160 hp at 5,800 rpm and 240 Nm 1500-4500 revolutions per minute, coupled to seven-speed DSG tranny, this specification the car is considered the most powerful sedan in its class, says VGM.

Features include Volkswagen Climatronic air conditioning, audio system RCD310, Park Distance Control (PDC) front and rear, cruise control and places in "Sienna" stuff.

As for the Passat is the 1.8 TSI equipped D-segment offering to RM184, 888 affordable and has 160 hp at 5000-6200 rpm and 250 Nm min 1500-4200 for the output numbers, with a seven-speed DSG box in attendance.

The kit includes 17-inch alloys, bi-xenon headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights, RCD 510 touch screen, 6-disc CD changer / = eight speaker audio system and leather seats. Other products are cruise control, electric parking brake with Auto-Hold function and Hill Hold Control, PDC front and rear and a tire pressure monitoring system.

Finally, the Touran, which goes for RM166, 888th The seven-seater is "Cross" kit includes wider wheel arches and more springs than the standard Touran, so it is 20 mm more ground clearance than the latter. It is also equipped with a 1.4 TSI mill, although in this case to make in its 140 hp and 220 Nm.

Functions belong to this 17-inch alloys with staggered tires and bi-xenon headlights with daytime running lights as well as many interior comfort and convenience options, including 40 campsites and up to 1,989 liters of cargo volume space wear. The MPV comes equipped with six airbags - the Jetta and Passat have the same number ..

We are in the midst of the media drive with all three vehicles, and we have more for you when we get back from Penang! Stay tuned.

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Skoda Rapid unveiled NDTV Car and Bike Show

Skoda has chosen NDTV Car and Bike Show to unveil its latest car for India - fast. The television program is seen as India's highest auto show looked and offered the best platform possible unveiling of the new Skoda car. The unveiling is the gift of Skoda television of, who turned eight during the unveiling.

Rapid Skoda is a car that will be sold as replacement of the Octavia, which was recently deleted. The Rapid was first presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show concept D Vision and was a huge success. The Rapid will be based on the Volkswagen Vento and should be a lower price than the VW sedan.

The rapid launch of Skoda in India is the first time the car was shown in its final form. The European launch of the fast will be held at a later date. The Rapid is expected to be sold in Russia and China as well. The car and bike show featuring the unveiling of the Rapide will be broadcast Saturday, October 15th at 13:30 and Sunday at 19:00. Do not forget that this is a show in two parts and Sunday's episode will not be a remake.

Rapid Skoda was called Lauretta within the Volkswagen Group. Te name is a combination of Laura Skoda and Volkswagen Jetta. Skoda India has not revealed details of prices even faster. Stay tuned for more updates on the rapid and connect to auto.oneindia.in for more details on the new car as and when it happens.

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VW Polo: hybrid plug-in version in the works

AutoWeek.nl has reported that in the coming year, Volkswagen will have a high fuel efficient Polo hatch with a plug-in hybrid powertrain to launch. A plug-in hybrids can recharge the batteries using an external power source. In a normal hybrid, the electricity generated by an on-board equipment involving the motor to the battery. The plug-in option makes it similar to an EV.

Volkswagen boss Martin Winterkorn in an interview with the German car magazine Auto Zeitung said it was "required" at least one plug-in hybrid model. Or the Gulf or the Polo is likely to debut this technology first.

Last year, Volkswagen said that work on the next generation Polo is underway. The next generation Polo uses the company's new MQB architecture kit.

Plug-in Hybrid vehicles are ideal for the medium term to reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption. Pure electric technology infrastructure needs of countries like India want. Until an infrastructure is set up, plug-in hybrid technology leads the way to a cleaner and greener cars.

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VW Up! prices announced in the United Kingdom

The prices for the Volkswagen Up! have been announced in the UK, and they start from £ 7,995, which is about 6 lac INR. We must note that even the entry level variant equipped with many features and standard equipment includes body-color bumpers, daytime running lights, CD player and 14-inch steel wheels. ABS and airbags are standard features across the area.

It is powered by a 60PS 1.0-liter gasoline engine with a five-speed manual gearbox.

£ 8,970 on the Move variant has central locking, air conditioning and electric windows. Start Stop system is combined with an additional 360 pounds of the car 23 kmpl fuel may optionally be operated.

Above this is the high circulation, which provides a stronger 75PS 1.0-liter engine and heated front seats, leather wrapped steering, infotainment system and 15 inch alloy wheels.
There are two special editions called Black and White are both based on the HIGH TRIM with chrome mirror covers, seat cushions and unique 16 inch alloy wheels.

Deliveries in the United Kingdom will begin around November-December 2011th

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