Market launch of the new Tayron: more space for everyone and everything

Volkswagen showrooms have a new addition: just months after its world premiere, the Tayron is hitting dealerships across Europe. The first customers are also starting to receive their pre-orders of the brand’s latest SUV. “The Tayron is a real all-rounder among SUVs,” said Martin Sander, Board member for Sales, Marketing and After Sales at Volkswagen Passenger Cars. “The high order intake and the initial feedback coming in from the dealerships confirms that we are meeting our customers’ needs and requirements with the new Tayron.” Many dealerships hosted a special event to mark the launch of Volkswagen’s most recent model. At the “Tayron Family Days”, visitors had the chance to test-drive the new SUV and be impressed by its numerous advantages, such as the high-quality interior, large luggage space and high tractive load. The market launch of the new addition to Volkswagen’s portfolio is being supported by an international 360-degree marketing campaign centered not on people but rather on dogs! The TV commercial, for example, features the four-legged creatures enthusiastically jumping into their Tayron to the strains of the hit song Who Let The Dogs Out. With its large luggage space and an optional third row of seats, the vehicle is ideal not only for families but also for dog owners and adventurers with hobbies requiring a lot of space. Whether for a band of little rascals or hobby equipment, the new Tayron has room to fit everyone and everything comfortably. Animals also feature in the Tayron’s launch material on the Volkswagen brand’s social media channels: one video clip shows a group of dogs visiting Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg plant, the place where the Tayron was designed and developed and is now being manufactured. By people, for people. But for dogs too! The doggy guests are driven through the production halls in the visitor train. There they see how passionately and meticulously employees are building the new model. The four-legged protagonist Journo, a Working Kelpie, then visits a dealership, where he takes the key to “his” Tayron from the hands of an employee – and jumps full of anticipation into the SUV’s XXL luggage compartment. Board Member for Sales Martin Sander: “The fun, likable campaign approach underscores that the customer – be they human or animal – is always front and center.” Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com

A class act: the new Audi A6 Avant

The new Audi A6 Avant is more dynamic, efficient, and digital than ever. It stands for first-class travel like no other vehicle in the premium full size class. Modern gasoline and diesel engines increase performance and reduce CO2 emissions thanks to the mild hybrid technology MHEV plus. On long journeys and in the city, the adaptive air suspension and all-wheel steering ensure a high level of driving comfort and agile handling in equal measure. The outstanding drag coefficient of 0.25 – the best value of an Audi Avant with a combustion engine – means high efficiency and demonstrates the perfect interplay of form and function. The exterior reflects the vehicle’s sporty, elegant character and gives the A6 Avant a striking presence with new digital lighting technology. The model also impresses with its intuitive and systematically user-oriented operating and infotainment concept with Audi MMI panoramic display and front passenger display. Audi CEO Gernot Döllner: “We are writing the next chapter in our Avant history: The new Audi A6 unites an elegant and dynamic design with exceptional aerodynamics. Efficient yet high‑performance drive systems and cutting-edge suspension technology combine sportiness with a high level of comfort, making traveling in the A6 a first-class experience.” With this model, the company is also continuing its major product initiative that began in 2024. The modernization and rejuvenation of the product portfolio is part of the Audi Agenda, with which Audi is positioning itself for the future in the face of intensified competition. “With the A6, we are now renewing an important model series,” said Döllner. The perfect interplay: design and aerodynamics With its reduced design language, the A6 Avant conveys a functional and timeless character. This is reflected in both its design and the aerodynamics, which boasts a drag coefficient of 0.25 – the best value of a combustion-engine Avant at Audi. In addition to the large air curtains and controllable cool-air intakes at the front, the striking roof spoiler and aerodynamic panels on the sides of the rear window are the main contributors to this achievement in aerodynamics. The sporty rear with eye-catching diffuser embodies typical Avant characteristics. Paired with the quattro blisters powerfully emerging from the shoulder area and the wide track, the rear accentuates the model’s dynamic design. At the same time, its long wheelbase and extended hood embody elegance and round off the perfect proportions of the A6 Avant. Economical and powerful: MHEV plus technology The MHEV plus mild hybrid technology drives play a key role in the outstanding driving experience. In addition to the 2.0 TDI four-cylinder with 150 kW (204 PS)1, the 3.0 TFSI six‑cylinder with 270 kW (367 PS)2 also features this type of partial electrification. The MHEV plus system supports the combustion engine, increases performance and driving comfort, and reduces carbon emissions. The system consists of three main components: a 48-volt battery, the belt alternator starter (BAS), and the powertrain generator (PTG) with integrated power electronics. The PTG enables fully electric parking and maneuvering. The A6 Avant also runs on electric power when driving slowly in the city, in slow-moving traffic, or outside city limits when coasting to the next village. Furthermore, the PTG produces additional torque up to 230 Newton meters and up to 18 kW (24 PS) of power when starting off or overtaking. When decelerating, the PTG can recover up to 25 kW of energy. A synthesis of sportiness and comfort: the chassis and steering The new A6 Avant perfects the synthesis of sportiness and comfort thanks in part to optional features such as all-wheel steering and adaptive air suspension, the latter of which regulates body height and shock absorption. Moreover, the quattro sport differential ensures even greater agility. The standard progressive steering of the new A6 Avant now responds even more directly. Compared to its predecessor, the entire path from the steering wheel to the wheels is designed to be stiffer. This includes the torsion bar, the rigidly bolted steering rack, and the stiffer control arm bushings. Camber on the front axle has also been slightly increased. All in all, these measures result in a noticeably improved steering response and more feedback from the road, which, in combination with the high-performance drive, leads to precise and light-footed handling. All-wheel steering is available as an option in conjunction with quattro all-wheel drive. It works with a dynamic function whose reaction speed has been improved even further. At low speeds, the rear wheels turn up to five degrees in the opposite direction to the front wheels. The car is thus more agile in city traffic and in tight curves, and the turning circle is reduced by up to one meter. At medium and higher speeds, the rear wheels turn in the same direction, enabling stable and even more precise handling. Superior comfort with digital functions: the interior The interior also ensures first-class travel with its generous space and state-of-the-art technology. The operating concept puts the driver first and, thanks to the panoramic and passenger displays, takes the digital experience to a new level. Personalization plays a major role here – including in the lighting. The driver can choose from seven digital light signatures at the front and rear. Active segments that intelligently brighten and dim visibly showcase the innovative technology, especially in combination with the second-generation digital OLED rear lights. They create a strong recognition value while also increasing road safety. Digital lighting technology – an essential part of Audi DNA – thus contributes to a comfortable and safe driving experience. The feel-good factor is further enhanced by numerous first-rate features, including the adjustable panoramic glass roof. It amplifies the generous sense of space and allows the driver to switch between a light-flooded interior and effective shading. The premium sound system with 3D sound from Bang & Olufsen guarantees an outstanding sound experience, with speakers in the front headrests providing customized listening enjoyment. The basis for this is the sophisticated aeroacoustics and overall vehicle acoustics, which are at the highest level thanks to improved sound insulation, among other factors. Additionally, the optional four-zone automatic climate control package enables a particularly high level of climate comfort for the driver, front passenger, and rear passengers. The optional air quality package includes an ionizer and fine dust sensor, which improve air quality in the interior. Starting at 58,000 euros: launch and pricing Orders for the new Audi A6 Avant can be placed as of March 2025. The entry-level engine TFSI 150 kW will start at 58,000 euros. The 2.0 TDI with MHEV plus technology will start at 61,700 euros. The first vehicles will be delivered to customers at the end of May 2025. Article source: www.audi-mediacenter.com

Celebrating 50 years of the Škoda 130 RS: A legendary coupé that defined an era

As Škoda Auto celebrates its 130th anniversary this year, the company is also marking half a century since the Škoda 130 RS made its public debut at the Most circuit. With a string of international successes on rally stages and racetracks, this legendary competition car has earned a lasting place in motorsport history. Its legacy lives on today, with the RS badge featured on the most dynamic models in Škoda’s current line-up. The Škoda 130 RS is one of the most iconic cars in the history of the Mladá Boleslav-based carmaker. In its day, it won numerous titles in both international rallying and circuit racing. Building on the strengths of its predecessors, the Škoda 180 RS and 200 RS, the Škoda 130 RS quickly became a formidable rival to established competitors thanks to its outstanding driving dynamics. Its many victories in prestigious events earned it a reputation as a powerhouse in Czechoslovak motorsport. To mark the 50th anniversary of its debut, three exemplars of the Škoda 130 RS are currently on display in the prototype and sports car depository at the Škoda Museum in Mladá Boleslav, where they will remain until 27 April. A star on the international rally and circuit racing scene Just a month after its public debut at the Most circuit in April 1975, the newly developed Škoda 130 RS coupé – designated Type 735 – achieved an impressive result in its first competitive appearance. In the European Touring Car Championship race in Brno, two Škoda 130 RS cars finished third and fourth in the under-2000 cm³ class. This initial achievement set the stage for a highly successful motorsport career for the 130 RS. It won trophies both within the Eastern Bloc and on the international stage, where it faced tough competition from leading Western brands. Among its triumphs, the Škoda 130 RS secured a class victory at the legendary Monte Carlo Rally in 1977, finishing 12th overall. Other standout performances include eighth place in the overall rankings at the Acropolis Rally in 1979. In 1981, it repeated this remarkable success, once again demonstrating its ability to outperform significantly more powerful rivals. The Škoda 130 RS also made its mark on the circuit racing scene, claiming the overall title in the 1981 European Touring Car Championship – its greatest success on the track – after consistently finishing among the top three in previous seasons. The key to success: lightweight design and outstanding handling The Škoda 130 RS was powered by a liquid-cooled, rear-mounted four-cylinder OHV engine with a displacement of 1.3 litres. Over time, its output increased from the original 113 hp to 142 hp in the circuit racing version. Thanks to the use of aluminium alloy panels and fibreglass components, the racing car weighed just 720 kg, enabling it to reach a top speed of 220 km/h. However, the real strength of the Mladá Boleslav-built competition car lay in its handling and agility. Its well-balanced design inspired confidence in all driving conditions, allowing it to respond reliably under pressure. In its original factory specification, nearly 200 units of the Škoda 130 RS were produced, with dozens more built privately using factory-supplied components. The legacy of the iconic RS badge lives on in today’s models and motorsport It was the Škoda 130 RS that introduced the RS – Rally Sport – designation, which has since become an iconic symbol of Škoda’s high-performance models. This sporting heritage continues today in select models from the brand’s current line-up. On the international motorsport stage, the Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 continues to uphold the RS name in the WRC2 category. Article source: www.skoda-storyboard.com

Mobility for everyone: with the ID. EVERY1, Volkswagen is providing a preview of an entry-level electric model

Since the Beetle, Volkswagen has been enabling affordable mobility for millions of people with compact and likeable cars. With the ID. EVERY101 concept car, the German car manufacturer is now showing an entry-level all-electric model. Volkswagen will launch the production version in 2027 – with a starting price of around 20,000 euros. The ID. 2all01 will already be launched in the 25,000-euro class in 2026. Both models are part of the new Electric Urban Car Family with front-wheel drive, which is being developed on a cross-brand basis under the umbrella of the Brand Group Core – comprising the volume brands in the Volkswagen Group. They are based on Volkswagen’s new modular electric drive platform: the MEB with front-wheel drive. Maximum variety. Attractive mobility in the electric era from Europe for Europe is one of the central pillars of the brand’s plan for the future. With the European launch of the all-electric Urban Car Family from 2026, Volkswagen will offer the most diverse portfolio in the high-volume segment – from efficient combustion-engine models and advanced hybrids to future-oriented all-electric vehicles. Thomas Schäfer, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars: “The ID. EVERY1 is the last piece of the puzzle on our journey to having the widest model selection in the volume segment. We will then offer every customer the right car with the right drive system – including affordable entry-level all-electric mobility,” says Schäfer. “Our goal: We will expand our position as the world’s leading volume manufacturer in terms of technology by 2030. And as a brand for everyone – just as you would expect from Volkswagen.” Focus on people. “In the future models, we talk about Customer Defined Vehicles. The ID. EVERY1 shows that we are putting our customers, their wishes, interests and preferences at the centre of vehicle development more consistently than ever,” says Kai Grünitz, member of the Volkswagen Brand Board of Management responsible for Technical Development. The production version of the ID. EVERY1 will be the first model in the entire Group to use a fundamentally new, particularly powerful software architecture. This means the future entry-level Volkswagen can be equipped with new functions throughout its entire life cycle. Even after purchase of a new car, the small Volkswagen can still be individually adapted to customer needs. Characteristic design with charisma and identity. The up! – the immediate predecessor of the ID. EVERY1 – built until 2023 still impresses today with its clear, unmistakable design. The new Volkswagen design language also picks up on characteristic elements in the ID. EVERY1. Volkswagen Head of Design Andreas Mindt: “Our ambition was to create something bold yet accessible. The ID. EVERY1 has a self-assured appearance but remains likeable – thanks to details such as the dynamic front lights and the ‘smiling’ rear. These design elements make it more than just a car: they give it character and an identity that people can relate to.” New MEB with electric front-wheel drive. Like the ID. 2all and the sport version ID. GTI Concept01, the ID. EVERY1 belongs to the Electric Urban Car Family. All three models are based on the new modular electric drive platform. Thanks to the electric front-wheel drive, the MEB platform offers optimal space utilisation and maximum efficiency. The concept vehicle reaches a top speed of 130 km/h and is powered by a newly developed electric drive motor with 70 kW (95 PS). The range is at least 250 kilometres. With a length of 3,880 mm, the ID. EVERY1 is positioned between the former up! (3,600 mm), the ID. 2all (4,050 mm) and the current Polo (4,074 mm). Inside, it offers space for four people and a luggage compartment volume of 305 litres. The future plan of the Volkswagen brand. The production version of the ID. EVERY1 for 2027 is just one part of the Volkswagen brand’s electric model campaign, which is now taking the next step with the “Future Volkswagen” agreement. In this, Volkswagen AG agreed with the employee side at the end of December 2024 on a vision that combines economic stability, employment and technological leadership in the field of sustainable mobility. Binding targets and the measures agreed for them form the foundation for key future projects. The Volkswagen brand is pursuing a clearly defined three-phase plan for this: Advance: Strengthen competitiveness and expand the existing model range in a targeted manner. Coming next, the Volkswagen brand will give a further preview of the new Electric Urban Car Family in autumn 2025. Attack: there will be nine new models by 2027 including the production version of the ID.2all for less than €25,000 and the ID. EVERY1 for about €20,000. Achieve: Volkswagen aims to become the technologically leading high-volume manufacturer with the safest, most innovative and best-selling cars by 2030. 01. Concept car Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com

A stronger start in electric mobility: the Audi Q4 40 e-tron

Audi is strengthening the Q4 e-tron series by adding a high-range entry-level variant. The fully electric premium model offers extensive standard equipment, a range of up to 412 kilometers (Sportback: 423 kilometers), and DC charging power of 165 kW. With manual battery preconditioning and predictive maintenance reminders, the Q4 40 e-tron1 ensures even more convenience and ease in everyday driving. The entry-level model with a 63 kWh battery can be ordered starting mid-February. More range means more peace of mind. That is why Audi is equipping the entry-level Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron with a larger battery that makes both everyday driving and leisure time even more relaxed. Starting in February, the compact SUV will be available with a 63 kWh (59 kWh net) battery. This enables an electric range of up to 412 kilometers (256.0 miles) (Sportback: 423 kilometers, 262.8 miles). Under ideal conditions, the battery’s state of charge (SoC) increases from 10 to 80 percent in just 24 minutes when charged at a fast-charging station. Up to 150 kilometers (93.2 miles, Sportback: 155 kilometers, 96.3 miles) can be recharged in ten minutes. The maximum DC charging power is 165 kW. The Q4 40 e-tron1 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in just 8.1 seconds (combined electric power consumption in kWh/100 km: 18.4-16.0 (WLTP); combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 0; CO2 class: A). Its speed tops out at 160 km/h (99.4 mph). At the rear axle, a permanently excited synchronous motor (PSM) with 150 kW (204 PS) of power and high efficiency as well as superior power delivery provides the propulsion. The towing capacity of both model variants is 1,000 kilograms (2,205 lbs) at an incline of twelve percent and 1,200 kilograms (2,645 lbs) at an eight-percent incline. Shorter charging stops and peace of mind for maintenance Just like with the other members of the Q4 family, charging times are also shorter for the Q4 40 e-tron1. This is the case even if customers do not use the intelligent route planner and the automatic battery-preconditioning function connected to it. Drivers who like to plan their charging stops themselves now have the option of manually enabling battery preheating. The so-called manual preconditioning is carried out via the MMI, which shows how many kilowatt are currently available for fast-charging the HV battery and how much additional charging power is available thanks to the preconditioned battery. Manually preconditioning the battery thus ensures the best possible charging results at every charging station. With the new predictive maintenance reminder, Audi also offers the option of displaying a clear overview of maintenance-relevant parts via the myAudi app. Thanks to color-coded indicators, customers can see the exact status of their vehicle and its components at any time. For example, information can be called up about the brake pads, 12-volt battery, or the contents of the first-aid kit. When the customer activates the predictive maintenance reminder in the myAudi app, the pre-selected dealer will get in touch to arrange an appointment. With this feature, Audi has made the maintenance process more efficient. Optimal connectivity for every situation As with the other variants of the Q4 series, the Audi application store is available in the MMI of the Q4 40 e-tron1. Without using a smartphone, it offers access to a large and increasing selection of popular apps in the categories of news and podcasts, sports and games, and videos and entertainment. To use this, a one-year 25 GB data package is already included and can be activated via Cubic Telecom*. The data connection is established directly via the vehicle’s external antenna, which improves signal quality and saves smartphone battery power. Thanks to extensive navigation content, customers can plan their vehicle charging with pinpoint accuracy. Filters can be used to define the desired battery charge level at a destination or to select charging stations from specific providers – for example, IONITY. The smartphone interface connects a smartphone to the vehicle and seamlessly transfers its content directly to the MMI touch display. Certain content, such as navigation, telephony, music, and selected third-party apps, can be transmitted wirelessly or via a USB-C cable. ChatGPT includes a variety of options that go beyond the previous voice control. With the upgraded voice-operated system, infotainment, navigation, and climate settings can be controlled and everyday questions can be asked. Since the information can be requested in normal, ordinary language, driving is safer because the driver can always keep their eyes on the road. ChatGPT is provided by Azure OpenAI Service. The basis for this new feature for Audi customers is Cerence Inc.’s Chat Pro solution with automotive-grade ChatGPT integration. Premium standard features at an entry-level price starting at 46,150 euros Entering the premium segment of electric mobility starts at 46,150 euros with the Q4 40 e-tron1. The Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron2 starts at 48,150 euros. The extensive standard equipment includes Audi MMI navigation plus, Audi connect navigation & infotainment, and the fully digital 10.25-inch Audi virtual cockpit instrument cluster. The luggage compartment lid is also electric as standard and, in combination with the optional comfort key, responds to foot gestures. Front seat heating is also a standard feature. Orders for both body versions of the model can be placed starting in mid-February. *To book this option, a separate registration and authentication process must be completed on the Cubic Telecom website (https://audi.cubictelecom.com). A separate contract is concluded between Cubic and the customer for this service. The data package is valid for a period of 1 year. Please contact your Audi partner or visit https://audi.cubictelecom.com for information on the availability of this service in your country. Article source: www.audi-mediacenter.com 1. Audi Q4 40 e-tron: Electric power consumption (combined): 18.4–16.5 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions (combined): 0 g/km; CO2 class: A 2. Audi Q4 40 e-tron: Electric power consumption (combined): 18.0–16.0 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions (combined): 0 g/km; CO2 class: A

Audi heightens clarity for customers through global standardization of model names

Global standardization and clear orientation for all customers: Audi is strengthening the alphanumeric format of its nomenclature. Going forward, it will represent the size and positioning of each model globally in a unified and transparent way. The previous distinction between electric vehicles and models with combustion engines according to their number no longer applies. “This decision is the result of intensive discussions and also follows the wishes of our customers as well as feedback from our international dealers,” says Marco Schubert, Member of the Board of Management for Sales and Marketing at AUDI AG. “Our nomenclature now provides all customers worldwide with an intuitive orientation in our portfolio. We choose the names of our models in a way that reveals size and positioning at first glance.” Going forward, the global alphanumeric model name will consist of one or more letters and a number. The letters A and Q continue to signify the distinction between low-floor and high-floor vehicles. The numbers – currently from one to eight – enable a clear classification independent of the type of powertrain. As a result, the previous distinction between different drivetrain technologies according to even and odd model numbers no longer applies. Thanks to the orientation according to size and positioning, all-electric models can share the same combination of letters and numbers with combustion-engine vehicles. The necessary differentiation between models and variants in the portfolio is done using the body style (e.g. Avant, Sedan, or Sportback) and the – already established – powertrain code (e.g. e-tron, TFSI e, TFSI, or TDI). The first new model to use this nomenclature will be the combustion-engine-equipped Audi A6. It stands for the brand’s long and successful history in the full-size segment and will be revealed globally on March 4. Thanks to the powertrain code, the A6 Avant TFSI for example, will be clearly differentiated from the all-electric A6 Avant e-tron. No retroactive name changes are planned concerning models already on sale. Article source: www.audi-mediacenter.com

Superior towing vehicles – Tiguan, Tayron and Passat with all-wheel drive and new powerful turbocharged petrol engines

Volkswagen is expanding the drive range of the best-selling Tiguan and Passat as well as the new Tayron with the most powerful turbocharged petrol engines (TSI). These are coupled to the intelligently controlled 4MOTION all-wheel drive as standard. The combination of TSI and 4MOTION enables towing capacities of up to 2,200 kg (Passat and Tiguan) and 2,500 kg (Tayron with appropriate equipment). The Tiguan and Tayron SUVs can be configured as 2.0 TSI 4MOTION with 150 kW (204 PS) or 195 kW (265 PS). The Passat 2.0 TSI 4MOTION always comes in the more powerful 195 kW version. Sales of the new Volkswagen all-wheel drive models have begun in some markets in Europe. The turbocharged petrol engines complement the most powerful TDI engine with 142 kW (193 PS). The new engines and the 4MOTION all-wheel drive equipped as standard on the Tiguan, Tayron and Passat can provide added safety and driving stability in all weather and road conditions. They are also superior towing vehicles. The all-wheel drive of all three models uses a 4MOTION clutch for power transmission to the rear axle, which is characterised by intelligent energy management. Under normal driving conditions – for example, in the city on dry roads without maximum load requirements – only the front axle is powered. This saves fuel. The rear axle is integrated into the drive system by means of the 4MOTION coupling and propshaft only in the event of higher load requirements or when there is a risk of a wheel losing grip. However, the all-wheel drive can also be engaged manually, for example, in order to have the best possible traction on snowy roads. The all-wheel-drive models with optional ball coupling offer another technical special feature: as soon as the 4MOTION system detects a coupled trailer, the additional Trailer driving profile is automatically activated. The intelligent 4MOTION clutch optimally distributes the power between the front and rear axles for trailer towing. The Tiguan and Passat 2.0 TSI 4MOTION are designed for trailers weighing up to 2,200 kg; the Tayron 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is depending on equipment approved for towing capacities of up to 2,500 kg (braked with 12 per cent gradient in each case). 150 kW plus 4MOTION. The Tiguan and Tayron are available in the first TSI output level with 150 kW (204 PS). In combination with a seven-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG), the TSI already transfers its maximum torque of 320 Nm towards the all-wheel drive from an engine speed of 1,400 rpm. WLTP consumption figures of 7.5 to 8.3 l/100 km, depending on the product line and equipment, show how efficiently the TSI works. This is accompanied by dynamic performance of well above 220 km/h for the top speed and under 7.5 seconds for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. The Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is available at prices from 48,175 euros06, the larger Tayron from 50,770 euros06 (as from the Life equipment line in each case). 195 kW plus 4MOTION. It is the most powerful TSI engine in the Tiguan, Tayron and Passat: the TSI with 195 kW (265 PS). A look at the maximum output and the engine code reveals that a counterpart to this exact engine with identical output also powers the iconic Golf GTI07. However, Volkswagen engineers have specifically adapted the engine for use in the larger Tiguan, Tayron and Passat models and increased the maximum torque for these product lines. Instead of 370 Nm as in the front-wheel drive Golf GTI, the engine in the all-wheel drive Tiguan, Tayron and Passat produces a maximum torque of 400 Nm from 1,650 rpm. The most powerful four-cylinder TSI of these three product lines is always coupled with the sportiest equipment specification: R-Line. To give an idea of the performance of the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine: the Passat 2.0 TSI 4MOTION (62,990 euros06) with this petrol engine accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds; the top speed is 250 km/h. The corresponding values for the two SUVs: 5.9 seconds and 242 km/h (Tiguan, 57,995 euros06) and 240 km/h and 6.3 seconds (Tayron, 59,755 Euro06). Depending on the product line and equipment, the WLTP values lie between 8.0 and 9.0 l/100 km – outstanding values for vehicles of this size and performance. Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com 06. All equipment details, prices (incl. 19% VAT) and power specifications apply to the model range offered in Germany 07. Golf GTI – Fuel consumption: combined 7.3-7.1 l/100 km; CO₂-emissions: combined 167-162 g/km; CO₂-class F