VOLKSWAGEN VENTO LAUNCHED IN MALAYSIA - THREE VARIANTS, PRICES START AT RM79,888 ONWARDS

Vento Highline

Volkswagen Malaysia has officially launched the new Volkswagen Vento sedan in Malaysia. The word 'Vento' means 'wind' in Italian and Portuguese. The locally-assembled Vento is available in three variants; the Trendline , Comfortline and Highline. Prices are from RM79,888 onwards. There is an early bird discount of RM2,000 if you place a booking now. Stocks are limited for this offer.

Two engine options actually!!! Bringing prospective buyers more variety and choice.

For those that want a compact German engineered sedan and is willing to pay for turbocharged performance, the Vento Highline is powered by the 1.2l turbocharged direct injection TSI engine with an output of 105PS. Paired with the 7-speed automatic transmission DSG with a maximum torque of 175Nm, the Vento is the sedan with the highest torque in its class. With superior drivability and performance, fuel consumption is remarkable at 5.5l per 100km. The Vento Highline is also rated 5-star by ASEAN NCAP for its range of safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC). It also comes with larger 16inch wheels and tyres.

Those that feel the need for a quality product but are feel that RM93,888++ is beyond their budget there are the non-turbocharged versions that come with the 1.6liter MPI engine and torque convertor type transmission that we have seen in the outgoing Polo Sedan. The Vento 1.6l Comfortline and Trendline comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox with Tiptronic function with an output of 105PS,maximum torque of 153Nm and fuel consumption of 6.5l per 100km. These variants have the smaller 15inch wheels and tyres. These two variants have a 4-star ASEAN NCAP rating by the way.

You readers can tell that the Vento is essentially the Polo Sedan that was sold previously. It has been renamed to the Vento in line with what Volkswagen sells globally. The Vento name is used to sell this car in other markets globally and with the newly introduced TSI engine and DSG equipped car, Volkswagen Malaysia has followed suit.

I asked Mr Armin Keller, Managing Director of Volkswagen Group Malaysia during the Q&A session on the Vento and its acceptance in India, a country where the Vento is sold with the same 1.2liter engine and DSG drivetrain. Mr Keller stated that the Vento is one of their best selling models over there and can handle the demanding nature of the roads of India. He also added that both the TSI engine and DSG gearbox has also been tweaked and parts changed to cope with the demands after the recent TSI and DSG issues faced here in Malaysia and globally. The technology given is a very high level, and it is still the same but parts in the engine has been revised to cope with heavier demands by their customers.

I do believe that Volkswagen are being honest about this. If the 1.2TSI and 7 speed DSG combo can take the traffic in megacities like Mumbai (approx. 20 million in the metro area) and New Delhi (approx 21 million people in the metro area), it should be able to cope here. I mean, what is the Klang Valley with over 7 million people compared to the two? Of course, to those that are skeptical, there is the Vento 1.6l Comfortline and Trendline. Volkswagen Malaysia has now decided to offer more choice for its customers instead of one variant for each model. This is a good thing.

More photos after the press release below:

PRESS RELEASE
The New Volkswagen Vento launched! Bringing the best of German Engineering to all Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR, 19 May 2016 – Volkswagen Malaysia today unveiled

the new Volkswagen Vento, the sedan that doesn’t compromise.

Whilst the name might translate to ‘wind’ in Italian and Portuguese, the

Vento is a true testament of German brand values and world class

engineering – and made for drivers who want the best in performance

without sacrificing safety.

The locally-assembled Vento is available in three variants; the Trendline,

Comfortline and Highline.

The Vento Highline is powered with the award-winning 1.2l turbocharged

direct injection TSI engine with an output of 105PS. Paired with the 7-

speed automatic transmission DSG with a maximum torque of 175Nm,

the Vento is the sedan with the highest torque in its class. With superior

drivability and performance, fuel consumption is remarkable at 5.5l per

100km. The Vento Highline is also rated 5-star by ASEAN NCAP for its

range of safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

The 1.6l Comfortline and Trendline comes with a 6-speed automatic

transmission gearbox with Tiptronic function with an output of 105PS,

maximum torque of 153Nm and fuel consumption of 6.5l per 100km.

When it comes to looks, the Vento embodies the Volkswagen design DNA

that perfectly balances form and functionality. Its stylish chrome grills and

side contour lines, coupled with a solid stance, gives the Vento a dynamic

exterior that is contemporary and elegant.

According to Mr Armin Keller, Managing Director of Volkswagen Group

Malaysia, the Vento is a sedan that has it all – performance, design,

safety and innovation. “We are pleased to introduce the Volkswagen

Vento to the local market. As the latest Volkswagen model to be

assembled locally with our partner, DRB-Hicom, the Vento plays a vital

role in our strategy to making our cars more accessible and affordable to

Malaysians. And with the introduction of the multiline, we believe that

there is a Vento to suit everybody’s needs.”

As per Volkswagen’s commitment to building stronger and safer cars, the

new Vento is also constructed using laser welding which is standard for

all Volkswagen vehicles. This is a testament to German automotive

engineering.

“The Vento is best seller in other countries such as India, Russia and

Latin America, and we are confident to replicate the success,” added Mr.

Keller.

The new Vento is priced at RM79,888* for the Trendline, RM86,888* for

the Comfortline; and RM93,888* for the Highline. Five colours are

available - Candy White, Flash Red, Reflex Silver, Carbon Steel Grey and

Deep Black.

Bookings and test drive arrangements can be made at all authorized

Volkswagen dealerships nationwide. For more information, please visit

www.volkswagen.com.my

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Editor’s Note

* All prices listed are vehicle selling price and does not include registration

and insurance. Applicable for Peninsular Malaysia only.

The Vento Multiline

The strategy behind the Vento multiline is to cater to a wider audience

and provide them with a range of options to suit their needs and budgets.

Trendline – An entry level choice for consumers who want to own a

continental car at a great price. The Trendline is for the no-frills customers

who prefers the Vento in its purest form.

Comfortline – The mid-variant is great for consumers who are looking for

a balance between technology and safety. The Comfortline fits best with

customers who know what they want.

Highline – Top-of- the line choice for consumers who want optimum

performance, advanced technology and safety features. The Highline is

for those who want the best and highest specs in their car.

Key highlights of the Vento Highline:-

Performance

Equipped with a 1.2l turbocharged direct injection TSI engine with an

output of 105PS paired with the newly improved 7-speed automatic

transmission DSG, the Vento comes with a maximum torque of 175Nm

and delivery at 1500rpm to 4100rpm making it the most powerful cars in

its class. With superior drivability and performance, fuel consumption is

remarkable at 5.5l per 100km.

The TSI engine has won “Engine of the Year award” for eight consecutive

years which makes it the most successful engine in the history of the

international engine competition.

Safety

The Vento Highline is awarded 5 star rating by ASEAN NCAP and is

equipped with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), four airbags (front and

side), anti-lock braking system (ABS), Intelligent Crash Response System

(ICRS) making the car a very safe ride. Additionally, the Vento also

comes with anti-theft alarm system with interior surveillance system, anti-

pinch power windows and ISOFIX anchorage point for child seats.

Interior

The Vento comes with a new silver finish on the dashboard for a sleek

look and feel. Also available is the tilt and telescopic adjustable multi-

function leather steering wheel and a cooled glove box. The Vento also

comes with folding rear seats, ‘Cable’ fabric seat upholstery and a large

multi-function display.

Exterior

The Vento comes with new chrome grill and “character lines” which

contours and defines. Also available are the 16” Syenit alloy wheels, new

tail lamp design, new smoked headlamps, new fog lamp design and

manual height adjustable headlamps to ensure optimal visibility in any

situation.

Unique Features

The Vento also comes with features such as cruise control, remote

control operated power windows, and automatic one touch up/down

power windows for all four doors – making it the only car in its segment to

offer such exclusivity. The Vento also comes with “Climatronic” automatic

air conditioning system, a fully automatic climate control system for the

comfort of all passengers.

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Trendline and Comfortline