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Volkswagen Lavida Gran Lavida III 280TSI (150 Hp) DSG
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Volkswagen Lavida:
The Volkswagen Lavida is a compact car manufactured by the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen. Originally launched at Auto China 2008 in Beijing, the Lavida is considered the first mass-produced Volkswagen small family car to be mainly designed by its Chinese partner. In 2010, the car was the number one seller in China, with 251,615 vehicles delivered.
The first generation Lavida is based on the Volkswagen Group PQ34 platform and competes with a similar Chinese Volkswagen model produced by FAW-Volkswagen which is the Bora....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Gran Lavida III Overview:
Volkswagen Lavida (Gran Lavida III). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
280TSI (150 Hp) DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a good balance of power and responsiveness, suitable for both city driving and comfortable highway cruising with ample overtaking capability.
Fuel Economy
Respectable fuel economy for its power output, offering a good compromise between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body style
- • Good fuel economy across the engine lineup
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for families
- • Reliable Volkswagen powertrain options
- • Generous trunk space with flexible cargo options
Cons:
- • Limited engine choices (only two petrol options)
- • Primarily a China-market model, limiting global availability and parts
- • Design might be considered conservative by some
- • Rear suspension is a torsion beam, which can be less refined than multi-link
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2015): 2015 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Lavida |
| Generation: | Gran Lavida III |
| Modification (Engine): | 280TSI (150 Hp) DSG |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 107.5 Hp/l [64mm less] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1395 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1342 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 435 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4541 mm mm [64mm less] |
| Width: | 1806 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Height: | 1488 mm mm [28mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2688 mm mm [78mm 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) |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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