Upcoming Volkswagen Cars In India

Retailing in India since 2007, the German automaker is known for its affordable four-wheelers, sporting striking designs and offering remarkable performance. 

The company has a long list of upcoming Volkswagen cars in India lined up for this year. With most of their prices revealed, here we present you more about what each of these models offers.

Volkswagen upcoming vehicles

Listed below are a few options to consider if you are planning to purchase a brand new vehicle from Volkswagen - 

Note: All pricing refers to the ex-showroom price in Delhi.

1. Volkswagen Tiguan 2021

With less than a month to its release, this upcoming Volkswagen SUV is expected to bring some major upgrades. The new Tiguan features a newly-designed grille, dark red tail lamps, and 18-inch Frankfurt alloy wheels on the exterior. 

Its interior will also get a refreshed look with a larger touchscreen infotainment system; My Volkswagen Connect app, touch & slide AC control, and a digital cockpit with a TFT screen. New and improved safety features include 6 airbags, ABS, Hill-start assist, ESP, Hill descent control, ASR, EDL, Auto-hold, and driver alert system.

• Transmission: 7-speed DSG automatic transmission
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: Not disclosed
• Probably launching on: May 2, 2021
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.28 lakhs
• Body type: SUV

2. Volkswagen Passat 2021

Like a standard family sedan, the new Passat comes with comfortable and huge back seats, an 8.0-inch infotainment system supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a premium sound system. In addition, Passat’s digital connectivity comes with a free 3-month subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio and a 6-month subscription to VW's Car-Net services. 

Its dimensions measure 491.744 cm in length, 183.388 cm in width, and it features a wheelbase measuring 280.416 cm. Safety features on this variant include forward-collision warning, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and automated emergency braking.

• Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: 137.16 mm
• Probably launching on: May 15, 2021
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.30 lakhs
• Body type: Sedan

3. Volkswagen Taigun

One of the upcoming Volkswagen cars in India, the new Taigun, is based on the MQB A0 IN platform, an indigenised version of its highly renowned MQB platform. Its striking exterior sports a front grille with chrome appliqué, LED matrix headlights with daytime running headlights, C-shaped continuous LED tail lights, a long wheelbase of 2651mm, and an elevated bonnet. This model also features 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.

• Transmission: 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG automatic transmission
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: 205 mm
• Probably launching on: June-August, 2021
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.10 lakhs
• Body type: SUV

4. Volkswagen Arteon

All set to enter the Indian market this year, this luxury sedan features LED headlights, tail lights, a front chrome grille, chrome trim on the rear bumper, and 18/19/20-inch alloy wheels. On the interior, the Arteon comes with a 30-colour ambient lighting, all-digital driver’s display, multi-function steering wheel with touch controls, 12-speaker stereo system, and wireless charging.

• Transmission: 8-speed automatic 
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: 137.16 mm
• Probably launching on: July 2021
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.45 lakhs
• Body type: Sedan

5. Volkswagen Vento 2021

Another of the upcoming Volkswagen cars in India in 2021, based on the MQB A0 IN platform, the upgraded Vento, is expected to sport a distinct exterior, measuring 100mm longer and wider than its predecessor. Other upgrades include an elongated 2.6 m wheelbase, a digital instrument panel, touchscreen infotainment system, rear AC vents, and LED headlamps with DRLs.

• Transmission: 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic transmission
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: 163 mm
• Probably launching on: September 2021
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.13 lakhs
• Body type: Sedan

6. Volkswagen Virtus

Rumoured to be a replacement for the older Vento, the Virtus is all set to be a new car launched from Volkswagen in India this year. The German automaker has designed this new model to have larger dimensions than Vento with newly-designed LED tail lights. Transmission: 6-speed manual 7-speed DSG automatic transmission

• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: Not disclosed
• Probably launching on: March 2022
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.10 lakhs
• Body type: Sedan

7. Volkswagen Polo 2022

Yet another one of the many upcoming Volkswagen cars in India, the 6th generation Polo is still under development. Although not much is known about its specifications, the new Polo will be based on the MVQ A0 IN platform, and is expected to be less than 4m in length. Subtle modifications are noticeable in its front bumper, chrome fog lights, larger brake lights, and headlights.

• Transmission: 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic 
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: 165 mm
• Probably launching on: November 2022
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.8 lakhs
• Body type: Hatchback

8. Volkswagen Up!

Probably most popular as a city car, the upgraded VW Up! comes with a compact design ensuring adequate cabin space within small dimensions. Upgrades in the upcoming Volkswagen cars in India from this range include newly designed headlights, LED DRLs, front bumpers, fog lamps, alloy wheels, and wing mirrors. 

• Transmission: 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic 
• Seating capacity: 6
• Ground clearance: Not disclosed
• Probably launching on: Not disclosed
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.4 lakhs
• Body type: Hatchback

9. Volkswagen ID 4

Although already launched and sold out in the UK, Indian directors of VW have decided to take some time to launch this much-awaited electric car in India. However, even after it launches, the brand will import only a limited number to test the ID 4’s popularity. This is mainly due to the preference for affordable 4-wheelers in Indian markets and the lagging ecosystem for EVs. 

It is one of the upcoming Volkswagen cars in India with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, and safety features like adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning with lane keep assist, and automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection. 

• Transmission: 1-speed direct-drive
• Seating capacity: 5
• Ground clearance: 210 mm
• Probably launching on: 2022
• Ex-showroom price: Starts from Rs.60 lakhs
• Body type: Sub-compact SUV

There you go with a comprehensive list of all upcoming Volkswagen cars in India. Find a dealer and book a test drive to get your hands on the most suitable one for your needs!