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Volkswagen Lamando L II 280TSI (150 Hp) DSG
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Volkswagen Lamando:
The Volkswagen Lamando is a compact sedan manufactured by Volkswagen through its joint venture SAIC Volkswagen in China. It debuted at the Chengdu Auto Show in August 2014 and was launched in China in November 2014. The Lamando is positioned as the low-slung version of the Sagitar in the country, as it is the case with the Volkswagen CC to the Passat.
The first-generation Lamando is powered by a 1. 4-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 110 kW and 250 N⋅m of torque mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox as the only transmission offered for the vehicle. The Lamando is capable of doing a 0–100 km/h acceleration in 8. 5 seconds and has a top speed of 210 km/h. Only front-wheel-drive is available. The 4-wheel disk brakes and electrically assisted steering is standard. Suspension is independent MacPherson struts at the front and an independent four-link suspension at the rear....(Read more on Wikipedia)
L II Overview:
Volkswagen Lamando (L II). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.9 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
280TSI (150 Hp) DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 150 Hp 1.4L TSI engine provides a balanced performance, offering sufficient power for daily commuting and comfortable highway cruising without being overtly sporty. The 8.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration is respectable for its class.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 5.9 l/100 km, this engine and DSG combination delivers excellent fuel efficiency, making it a very economical choice for both city and longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive coupe-like design
- • Excellent fuel economy from the 1.4 TSI engine
- • Spacious interior for its class with good trunk capacity
- • Modern infotainment and connectivity features
- • Proven and reliable EA211 powertrain
Cons:
- • Performance is adequate but not exhilarating
- • Primarily a China-market vehicle, limiting global availability
- • Rear headroom might be slightly compromised by the sloping roofline
- • DSG gearbox characteristics may not appeal to all drivers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2019): February, 2019 - January, 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Lamando |
| Generation: | L II |
| Modification (Engine): | 280TSI (150 Hp) DSG |
| Start of production: | January, 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 107.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA211 [Same engine] More details about the engine EA211 |
| Engine displacement: | 1395 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (WLTC): | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 103.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 172.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1446 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 523 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4784 mm mm [169mm more] |
| Width: | 1831 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1469 mm mm [44mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2731 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/50 R17 91V |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 ET49 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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