After 12 years and many releases
Fingers crossed
If there's one brand we'd love to give an overhaul, it would be Volkswagen. Not that there's anything wrong with Volkswagen per se, but rather, we'd like to see more of its global models in the local lineup.
Is it worth considering?
Standing in the Volkswagen BGC showroom in the early morning light, I contemplate how little VW's modern line-up has in common with the Beetles and Sakbayans of my childhood-cars that made VW the undisputed number one in sales here
by Niky Tamayo
Up to P333,000 off for one particular model
For those looking for a bargain this year, they might want to head on down to their nearest Volkswagen dealership. That's because VW Philippines is slashing prices for most of its models.Volkswagen might not be at the top of a
We’re not counting on it, though
Time and again, we've said that we miss having the European model range of Volkswagen in the Philippines. Sure, we have the Transporter and T-Cross here, but the rest of them are China models and not global market cars.Back
Think it stands a chance?
In a country that loves its crossovers and SUVs, Volkswagen Philippines had one hand behind its back as it only had the T-Cross as its high-riding offering. Thankfully, that has been rectified with the latest model it launched. That would
Can it be a best-seller?
For those in the market for a small premium crossover, Volkswagen aims to steer you towards its showroom with its latest product. Dubbed the Tharu, it indirectly succeeds the Tiguan as Volkswagen Philippines' top crossover, sitting above the T-Cross.It's
Here are some of the specs of the two variants
Ahead of the local launch of the Volkswagen Tharu on September 29, Volkswagen Philippines has released the variants and 'indicative pricing' of its upcoming small crossover. Check them out below:Both variants get the same engine: a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline
Here’s what we know so far
We wrote last month that the Volkswagen Tharu could be headed for our market based on a teaser released by Volkswagen Philippines. Well, we can now confirm that the model will be sold locally: The first batch of Tharu units has arrived
What exactly is it?
By the looks of things, it seems that Volkswagen Philippines might be bringing in the Tharu crossover here. So far, there are three shadowy teaser photos on the company's Facebook page, but there are enough details shown to figure out this '
Will the previously teased model still be launched?
About a week ago, Volkswagen Philippines released a teaser for a new crossover. At the time, we reckoned it would be an updated version of the T-Cross. However, the company quietly released something else at least in the meantime.Landing in
Looks promising
There are several models we'd love for Volkswagen Philippines to bring here. We miss having the Tiguan around, as well as the Jetta and the Golf wagon. While it would be nice to have the new generations of those models here,
We’re pretty sure it’s a T-Cross. Although...
Volkswagen Philippines has been fairly quiet when it comes to new car launches. But that's about to change soon as it recently released a teaser for an upcoming model that we can all expect soon. For now, it's just one,
More practicality and speed still to come from Volkswagen's new electric van
We love the Volkswagen ID Buzz, but we always knew there was more to come. Now we know what. More versatility and more power.This summer, a longer version will arrive. It should be a whole lot more versatile and useful than
by Paul Horrell
Full reveal coming soon
Volkswagen will rock up to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas later this week with a bit of a surprise: the first public appearance of the upcoming ID.7 saloon.And just look at that paintjob. VW has dressed up its
by Greg Potts
This is no TDI
Reports of the sports sedan's death have, sadly, not been greatly exaggerated, which means few will take notice of this outlier. Volkswagen has revealed the Jetta GLI Performance concept, and it's rather appealing.Because it's not another crossover
by Vijay Pattni
“The T-Cross itself is more than just a car—t’s a statement”
When the great twentieth-century balladeer Steven Tyler crooned "Life's a journey, not a destination," he probably wasn't talking about Philippine traffic. But despite George Ramirez's promise to get us home by four o'clock, the driving rain and
by Niky Tamayo
Yet another stylish and affordable subcompact crossover
As subcompact crossovers kept coming left and right, Volkswagen decides to get a piece of the action because, well, why not? So, the 2022 Volkswagen T-Cross was launched last March, and it's vying for your consideration.ALSO READ:PH market
Does it have the makings of a legitimate competitor in its segment?
The local subcompact crossover segment already feels a bit too crowded at this point. But carmakers still keep bringing in new models left and right anyway. In 2021 alone, we saw a number of refreshed nameplates and entirely new models make their
And a bunch of other models
Is a brand-new Volkswagen in the cards for you this Christmas season? If it wasn't before, it might be now-at least if you're willing to pay in cash.From now until December 31, the German car manufacturer is
by Drei Laurel
Did you miss any of the big launches?
