NYIAS 2026: Volkswagen debuts all-new second-gen 2027 Atlas SUV On March 31, Volkswagen of America unveiled the all-new 2027 Atlas on the eve of the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). The second-generation 2027 Atlas is built on the upgraded MQB Evo architecture, and is about an inch longer than the outgoing Atlas, with the width, wheelbase, and height remaining the same. All-new sheet metal and redesigned front and rear lighting give the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

VW to launch third generation Tiguan in Brazil On March 24, Volkswagen announced the arrival of the third-generation Tiguan in Brazil. The new model, based on the MQB Evo platform, will be offered in a single R-Line version. The SUV is powered by a 2.0-liter EA888 Evo5 engine delivering 272 hp and 35.7 kgfm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and 4Motion all-wheel drive with Haldex system. It also features six driving mod...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

es have suggested the Atlas will retain its 117.3-inch wheelbase and keep the same roof as the current model, though all other sheet metal is changed. Refreshed twice already since its initial launch, the Atlas SUV is built in Chattanooga, Tennessee for the U.S. market.  The Atlas will ride on the MQB Evo platform and be powered by a new EA888 evo5 engine, which in the Tiguan produces 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. However, the output may be bo...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/21

o, competing in a segment between higher-end Fiat Strada versions and entry-level Fiat Toro models. The current Saveiro generation has been in production since 2010 and is based on the dated PQ24 platform, originally from the Gol. It will be replaced by the Tukan, which will utilize the more modern MQB A0 architecture. The end of the Saveiro also marks the probable end of the 1.6 MSI engine's use in the Brazilian domestic market. Since its launch...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/09

025, a 15% increase from 2024. The company also produced 329,000 battery systems for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles across the VW Group, more than 1,030,000 transmissions and over 500,000 engines. Mladá Boleslav plant produced 605,600 vehicles (+4.9%) in 2025. Internal combustion engines on MQB platform and EVs on MEB platform are built side by side on the same production line. After Elroq production began in January 2025, 112,500 units w...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/02

VW expands new T-Roc lineup with advanced hybrid engines arriving in 2026–2027 On November 22, VW announced that its second-generation T-Roc comes with a fully hybrid engine range. Designed in Germany and built in Portugal, the model is based on the updated MQB evo platform. The SUV is now more aerodynamic, with a drag coefficient of 0.29 i.e., 10% better than before. It combines with the new engines, which helps to increase overall efficiency....

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

Volkswagen South Africa introduces second-generation T-Roc SUV On October 14, Volkswagen South Africa showcased the second-generation T-Roc, with updated design and modern features. As the third member of Volkswagen’s SUV lineup after the Tiguan and Tayron, the new T-Roc is built on the latest MQB platform. It comes with standard LED headlights or optional IQ.Light LED matrix units, a white illuminated VW badge, and a slim light strip in front....

News  Updated at: 2025/10/14

mild-hybrid system, a full hybrid (HEV) version using the same 1.5 TSI Evo2 engine is planned after 2027, though not included in VW’s current BRL 16 billion investment cycle. The new T-Cross (project VW226) is expected in late 2027, followed by the Nivus (project VW213) in 2028, both built on the MQB Evo platform. These models deliver an output of around 150 hp for MHEV versions and up to 170 hp for full hybrids. (AutoEsporte on October 7, 2025...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

front and rear lights, sharp character lines, and a coupe-style rear, all under the “Less is more” design philosophy. Its generous dimensions (LWH 4,541x 1,752x 1,487 mm and 2,651-mm wheelbase) make it one of the largest in its class, offering ample space for city driving. Built on the advanced MQB platform with high-strength steel, it uses a 1.0L TSI turbo engine (115 PS from 5,000 – 5,500 rpm, 178 Nm from 1,750 – 4,500 rpm) paired with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

CDMS 2025: SAIC-VW launches Lamando L coupe On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, SAIC-VW launched the Lamando L coupe. The model is available in three 1.5T and three GTS variants, with prices ranging from CNY 150,900 to CNY 195,900. The Lamando L is built on the MQB-EVO electrical architecture. It inherits a wide-bodied coupe exterior design and measures 4,791mm long, 1,831mm wide, and 1,469mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,731mm. Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Volkswagen unveils second generation T-Roc with more space and hybrid powertrain On August 27, Volkswagen unveiled the second-generation T-Roc, featuring a refreshed design. The model is 12 cm longer than its predecessor, offering more space for up to five passengers. It is the third SUV built on the updated MQB evo platform. Production takes place at the Palmela plant in Portugal. In Europe, it will be offered only with hybrid turbo gasoline eng...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

e front fascia. Inside is a driver-oriented cockpit, where horizontally extending lines broaden the visual spatial sense. The wheelbase stands at 2,731mm. Coupled with flexible seating and storage layouts, the model easily meets various needs such as family travel and leisure and entertainment. The MQB (Modular Transverse Toolkit) platform-based VS8 is equipped with a Level 2 intelligent driver assistance system, offering over 20 active safety fe...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Skoda launches locally assembled Kushaq SUV in Vietnam Announced on June 30, 2025, Skoda has begun sales of the locally assembled Kushaq in Vietnam. Built from CKD kits imported from India, the SUV benefits from synergies with Skoda’s Indian operations. The Kushaq features a robust MQB chassis with high-strength steel, a 115-PS 1.0L TSI turbo engine (178 Nm torque), 6-speed automatic transmission, and class-leading driver-assist technologies. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

VW Tera wins 5 stars at Latin NCAP safety tests On June 18, Volkswagen Brazil announced that the new VW Tera, produced in Taubaté, received the highest five-star rating in Latin NCAP's latest and most rigorous safety protocol.  Built on the MQB platform and featuring ultra-high-strength steel in key structural areas, the Tera was entirely developed in Brazil and is equipped with a wide array of safety features across all versions. These include...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

four-cylinder 2.0-liter TSI engine that powers the rest of the Tiguan range. The engine makes 268 hp at 5500 rpm, an increase of 67 hp over the other models, while torque increases from 207 lb-ft to 258 lb-ft, delivered between 1900 and 5400 rpm. The new-for-2025 Tiguan was fully redesigned on the MQB evo platform with all-new sheet metal that features a shorter rear overhang and higher, more powerful nose than the second-generation Tiguan. The ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Škoda Auto India launches new-gen Kodiaq 3 row 4x4 D segment SUV On April 17, Škoda Auto India launched the new generation Kodiaq 4x4 SUV at a starting price of INR 4.69 million. The SUV is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI gasoline engine delivering 150 kW of power and 320 Nm of torque, paired with a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission that distributes power to all four wheels. Built on the MQB37 platform, Kodiaq is offered in Sportline and Selec...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

  The São José dos Pinhais (PR) plant will build a brand-new pick-up     •  The Taubaté (SP) plant is already producing the Tera SUVW     •  The São Carlos (SP) engine plant will build a new, more efficient and innovative engine for hybrid vehicles. The offensive has a new platform (MQB Hybrid Project) that is flexible and sustainable, developed with the participation of Volkswagen do Brasil Engineering especially for the South A...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15

Volkswagen India launches Tiguan R-Line SUV On April 14, Volkswagen India launched the all-new Tiguan R-Line SUV, priced at INR 4.9 million. Built on the MQB EVO platform, it is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI EVO engine, delivering 204 PS of power and 320 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission and 4-motion all-wheel-drive system. It also features dynamic chassis control (DCC) pro and vehicle dynamics manager (XDS), which enable wh...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

port innovation, decarbonization, and new products across its four plants, including the launch of the SUV Tera, a locally developed entry-level SUV, now in production and set for export to over 25 countries. Upcoming launches also include the Nivus GTS, Golf GTI, and Jetta GLI. Additionally, a new MQB Hybrid platform is being developed with Brazilian engineering input to enhance safety, connectivity, and flexibility, cementing Volkswagen’s com...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

VW Group joins Valeo and Mobileye to enhance driver assistance in its future MQB vehicles Volkswagen Group has cooperated with Valeo and Mobileye to enhance the advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) up to Level 2+ in its upcoming MQB platform-based vehicle portfolio. Launching in the next few years, the cooperation aims to improve safety and driving comfort while reducing complexity and streamlining procurement across multiple brands. Valeo w...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25