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Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

2023/05/16Magazines

Volkswagen LaVida XR was previously displayed on declaration card, and now opens official display of real car. The new car will be called "Xin Rui", which is younger and sportier than LaVida. It is worth noting that although name of new car contains word “Lavida”, this is not a derivative model from Lavida, it is positioned slightly lower than Lavida and price will be more affordable, therefore it is called “Lavida” abroad. markets.

Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

(The picture shows a foreign model)

In terms of appearance, Lavida Xinrui has feel of sunlight. The front fascia is family style, but center grille is thinner and uses car's 3D logo. The headlights have brand new LED daytime running lights that are illuminated by shape of headlight edge and also have a penetrating effect with central grille. In addition, bumper design is also relatively radical, with dot-matrix details inside similar to starry sky version of Lavida, which can be seen as a link to Lavida.

Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

The body size of LaVida Xinrui is slightly smaller than that of LaVida, and overall body is still relatively compact. Greater ground clearance is more comfortable for everyday use. You don't have to worry about bottom support, but visual effect is much worse. In addition, rim uses an asymmetrical five-spoke shape and visual effect is relatively sporty, and 205/55 R16 size is not too small compared to its class.

Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

(The picture shows a foreign model)

The design of rear lights is good, black effect transparent body of light adds a sense of movement, and effect of luminous part is also good. But otherwise, there are not many bright spots, overall style is still simple style of public, and recognition is high enough without excessive design.

Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

A new formula has been added to interior. The built-in central control screen makes central control more concise, and full LCD screen is not missing. The configuration is still convenient. Of course, positioning of model is revealed in details, such as traditional handbrake and shift knob, and hard materials of center console, which are not as perfect as Lavida.

Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

In terms of power, LaVida Xinrui only offers a 1.5L engine with a maximum output of 110 horsepower and a maximum torque of 141 Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It is also old face of Volkswagen Group, which puts more emphasis on durability and economy than sheer power.

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Self-priming power of 1.5 liters "fooling" people? Volkswagen Lavida presents an ultra-modern car in real life.

(The picture shows a foreign model)

Volkswagen Lavida Xinrui may reflect difference with Lavida in name: younger model and lower positioning of model is aimed at market of young consumers. Volkswagen Lavida's goal is very clear: to lower price in order to enter entry-level family car market and compete with its own brand models. If there is a price break, Volkswagen brand bonus will still be valid at this model level, but how much market space is there for this model level?