The brand has also launched the much-awaited Virtus GT Line and Virtus GT Plus Sport in October this year. Both new variants of the Virtus personify customer aspirations in an aesthetically enhanced avatar with a distinctly styled black theme. Along with this, the brand has also introduced an enhanced feature package for the Taigun GT Line while reinvigorating the line structure with the introduction of a new Highline Plus variant for both India 2.0 cars, thereby giving customers more for less with a highly accessible price point. 

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Adding to the spirit, Volkswagen Kerala also secured 55 bookings for its newly launched Onam Edition cars – the Taigun and the Virtus in just 10 days since the launch. These special edition models have quickly captured the interest of customers in Kerala. The successful bookings further reflect the growing popularity of Volkswagen offerings in India, and the brand’s continued efforts to cater to the preferences and traditions of its diverse customer base.

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The two new service outlets in Bengaluru will provide peace of mind and ownership experience to customers in the nearby regions. Volkswagen Sarjapur Road has 19 service bays while Volkswagen Banaswadi has 15 service bays that will cater to the repair, maintenance, and paint shop requirements of customers. 

Ashish Gupta, Brand Director of Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, said, “At Volkswagen, it is our constant endeavor to provide accessible world-class services and products to our customers. Staying true to the commitment, we have introduced two new service outlets in Bengaluru at Sarjapur Road and Banaswadi respectively. The two outlets will provide peace of mind ownership experience as customers can avail their swift aftersales support in the region.“

Volkswagen India offers a host of aftersales service initiatives such as Online Booking of Service appointments, Service Value Packages, and Extended Warranty. To ensure a transparent interaction with the service outlet, customers can opt for the Service Cam and Service Cost Calculator facility. Volkswagen is now represented across 158 cities with 145 service and 213 sales and pre-owned car touch points.

New service outlets in Bengaluru:

Key Service Featrures

• Strong aftersales service network strength in Karnataka: 18 service outlets  including the two new touchpoints at Banaswadi and Sarjapur Road
• Peace of mind ownership experience with a Volkswagen: customers in the region can avail of a host of benefits and swift aftersales service support
• Volkswagen India offers a host of aftersales initiatives such as online booking of service appointments, service value packages, and extended warranty
• Ensuring a transparent interaction with the service outlet, customers can opt for the Service Cam facility and Service Cost Calculator
• Expanded network across India with 145 services and 213 sales and pre-owned car touchpoints across 158 cities in India

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MUMBAI: Volkswagen India today announced the launch of its new Volkswagen Prime program which has been designed to offer enhanced value with exclusive benefits for its corporate customers. Corporate businesses and customers are a strategic priority for Volkswagen owing to their preference for premium mobility solutions.

Over the years, Volkswagen has made significant investments in enhancing the engagement and experience of its customers. Under the Corporate business, Volkswagen India offers an Omni-channel mobility solution, which includes purchasing a Volkswagen either directly as a Corporate, or through Leasing or Subscription based purchase models. Along with this, Volkswagen has created Corporate Business Centres at 40+ locations across its dealerships in India, which offer a dedicated Corporate Business Manager catering to the requirements of the Corporate customer.

Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, “Just like the diversity in our country, the Brand’s customer base also has varied preferences and customs across different geographies. For us, it therefore becomes imperative to carefully craft programs that will benefit and suit our customers across the spectrum of demographics. With the launch of the new Volkswagen Prime, we have introduced a program that offers customers a holistic suite of services with attractive benefits and a hassle-free ownership experience. We are confident this program will add value to our long-term relationship with our Corporate customers, making their experience of owning a Volkswagen even more exclusive.”

The Prime program includes comprehensive benefits such as free pick-up and drop service, attractive benefits on loyalty products, value-added services, Tyres & batteries, Express Delivery, and free car wash. The Volkswagen Prime program can be availed at an introductory price of INR 9,999 + GST across Volkswagen dealerships in India for four years from the purchase date

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PUNE: Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) is celebrating a series of significant achievements at its state-of-the-art vehicle and engine manufacturing facility in Chakan, India.

Since its inception, SAVWIPL has played a pivotal role in India’s automotive landscape. The company has surpassed a remarkable milestone, having produced over 1.5 million vehicles at its Chakan Plant since it rolled out the first car – the Skoda Fabia in 2009 from the facility. This achievement includes iconic models from the Volkswagen Group such as the VW Vento and Polo, Škoda Fabia and Rapid along with new-age models based on the famed MQB-A0-IN platform – VW Taigun and Virtus, Škoda Kushaq and Slavia.

Over the past years, the Engine Shop at the Chakan facility has produced more than 300,000 units of world-class and highly efficient engines for the Volkswagen Group. This achievement is further strengthened by SAVWIPL’s dedication to domestic sourcing, with the 1.0L TSI engines highly relying on components manufactured within India. This commitment aligns perfectly with the nation’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. SAVWIPL has also established a well-balanced approach to automation. While leveraging technology for efficiency, the company recognizes the value of human expertise and continues to hone local talent further leveraging the ‘Skill India’ movement.

Adding to the list of accomplishments, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India also celebrated the 300,000 unit production milestone for the popular INDIA 2.0 car range, which includes VW Taigun and Virtus, Škoda Kushaq, and Slavia. Engineered in India, For India, and the World these are some of the safest made-in-India cars having achieved a full five-star safety rating for both adult and child occupants by the Global NCAP.

Looking beyond domestic production, SAVWIPL actively contributes to India’s global presence as a manufacturing hub. The company proudly exports over 30% of its car production, showcasing Indian capabilities and quality standards on the international stage. The Group has exports to over 40 countries and is among the top four exporters of India-made cars.

Commenting on these milestones, Andreas Dick, Škoda Auto a.s. Board Member for Production and Logistics, said, “In today’s ever-evolving global arena, India emerges as a vital contributor to Skoda Auto’s production prowess. The milestones achieved by Škoda Auto Volkswagen India resonate far beyond national borders, reflecting our commitment to excellence and innovation on a global scale. Our decade-long investment in the Engine Shop and the remarkable output of 1.5 million vehicles at the Chakan Plant, showcases India’s pivotal role in our global strategy. These achievements not only signify our capabilities but also highlight the immense potential of the Indian market in driving our growth trajectory forward.”

Dr Johannes Neft, Škoda Auto a.s. Board Member for Technical Development added, “Achieving the 1.5 million production milestone is a testament to the exceptional engineering capabilities of our Indian manufacturing facility. Our top-class R&D center in India plays a crucial role in driving innovation and excellence. The global team greatly values the insights and expertise, and these contributions are integral to developing new, cutting-edge products for India and the world. This highlights the strength and ingenuity of our Indian operations, positioning us at the forefront of automotive innovation worldwide.”

Piyush Arora, Managing Director & CEO, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited, said, “I am immensely proud of these achievements within our local landscape. The significant output of 1.5 million vehicles at our Chakan Plant, coupled with the production milestone of four successful MQB models and the 10-year journey of our Engine Shop stand testament to our dedication to India’s automotive industry and SAVWIPL’s significant contribution to the nation’s talent and workforce. As we outline our expansion plan in India, we remain steadfast in our mission to ‘Innovating Locally, Impacting Globally’. We aim to elevate India’s position as a global hub for automotive manufacturing, aligning with the national mission of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, driving growth and prosperity within our communities”.

By prioritizing research and development (R&D), building strategic partnerships, and investing in talent development, SAVWIPL is laying the groundwork for a future focused on innovation and sustainability in the Indian automotive industry. As SAVWIPL embarks on the next phase of its journey, it remains committed to driving progress and shaping the future of mobility in India.

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MUMBAI: Volkswagen India announced the standardization of  6 airbags across all the variants of the 5-Star GNCAP safety rated Taigun and Virtus, making India’s safest portfolio of cars even more safe. Over one lakh Indian families have made the safer choice of owning the GNCAP 5-Star safety rated Taigun and Virtus as their preferred mobility solution since their market introductions to India.

Taigun and Virtus both offer customers a 5-star GNCAP rated safe mobility experience for both adult and child occupants. Volkswagen Taigun contributed to over 61% of sales that led to the 100,000+ India 2.0 cars sales milestone while the Volkswagen Virtus has established itself as the premium mid-size sedan of choice among customers. Approximately 40% of customers have fulfilled their aspirations of owning the highly coveted GT variants for both Taigun and Virtus, showcasing performance at the heart of customer choice. 

Commenting on this remarkable achievement, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, “Today, we take great pride in announcing our portfolio of India 2.0 cars offering 6 airbags as standard across the line-up. With this, not only are we showcasing our commitment towards safer mobility but also reaffirming our core belief of safety being a key product pillar for Volkswagen India. We are also delighted to have achieved the over 1 lakh sales milestone by the Taigun and Virtus. We are grateful to our customers and will continue to offer aspirational, premium and competitive product offerings for the market.”

Since the introduction of the India 2.0 product portfolio, Volkswagen India is continuously enhancing its product offerings. It has expanded its variant line-up keeping in mind customer demand for German-engineered and safe product portfolio. Recently, the brand introduced two new variants on the Taigun – GT Line based on the 1.0l TSI and GT Plus Sport based on the 1.5l TSI EVO engine.

Making the brand even more accessible, Volkswagen has a network strength of 208 sales and pre-owned car touchpoints, 142 service touchpoints across 155 cities. In addition, the brand has made significant strides towards its after-sales services, offering industry’s most competitive Total Cost of Ownership and transparency in its aftersales services.

Volkswagen India continues to redefine the mobility experience, offering customers an unparalleled driving experience, premium aesthetics, and a range of options to suit individual preferences. The brand will continue to drive innovation, design and performance through product offerings.

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MUMBAI: Volkswagen India today introduced the highly anticipated black sport themed Taigun GT Line and Taigun GT Plus Sport under the newly introduced ‘Sport’ line structure. The Taigun GT Line (1.0l TSI engine) has been launched at a price of INR 14.08 lakh (ex-showroom) while the Taigun GT Plus Sport has been introduced at INR 18.53 lakh (ex-showroom). Complementing the fun-to-drive experience with peace of mind ownership, is the introductory offer of a complimentary 4-year Service Value Package (SVP) on the Taigun GT Plus Sport variants.

The two new introductions were recently unveiled at the Volkswagen Annual Brand Conference 2024 in March alongside the India showcase of the all-electric ID.4. Both Taigun GT Line and Taigun GT Plus Sport are a part of the newly created ‘Sport’ line structure, featuring a fresh, visually-distinct identity that forms part of the Brand’s new line structure for the Taigun. The Taigun GT Line and Taigun GT Plus Sport combine the car’s renowned GNCAP 5-star safety credentials and superior German engineering with a sportier new avatar that perfectly complements the fun to drive allure of driving a Volkswagen.

Commenting on the launch, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, “The Volkswagen GT badge is an aspirational cornerstone that evokes the unmatched feeling of sporty driving. Democratizing the sportiness, we are delighted to introduce the all new Taigun GT Line and Taigun GT Plus Sport for Indian buyers. The aesthetic treatment of these new variants will create a differentiated value proposition, with the Taigun showcasing a more sportier and robust appeal. It also makes the coveted GT badge more accessible to customers through our all new GT Line offering. Following its showcase at our Brand conference, we have received an overwhelming response from customers and are confident of strengthening the Taigun proposition with these enhanced differentiated elements.“

The Taigun GT Line, powered by the 1.0L TSI engine is available with either a 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission and has been packaged to further democratize the sought-after GT badge while also offering customers sporty black interior and exterior aesthetics, R17 alloy wheels, 1.0l Turbocharged TSI engine,

25.65cm touchscreen infotainment, darkened LED headlamps with DRLs, amongst other upgrades. Setting a safety benchmark, the Taigun GT Line is being offered with six airbags as standard. The all new Taigun GT Line will also offer be-spoke differentiation with up to 16 exterior and 13 interior features.

The Taigun GT Plus Sport, meanwhile, has been designed to thrill. Powered by the 1.5L TSI EVO engine, the Taigun GT Plus Sport comes equipped with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG transmission. With distinct aesthetic enhancements the Taigun GT Plus Sport will offer customers 19 exterior and 15 interior features that exude sportiness, packing a punch, not just in terms of performance but also enhancing its desirability and exclusivity.

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Volkswagen Taigun GT Line 1.0L TSI MT

Price (ex-showroom) INR 14,08,400

Volkswagen Taigun GT Line 1.0L TSI

Price (ex-showroom) INR 15,63,400

Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport 1.5L TSI EVO MT

Price (ex-showroom) INR 18,53,900

Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport 1.5L TSI EVO DSG

Price (ex-showroom) INR 19,73,900

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