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Volkswagen Lavida III e-Lavida 38.1 kWh (136 Hp)
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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)
III Overview:
Volkswagen Lavida (III). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 150 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.
The Volkswagen Lavida III was primarily designed for the Chinese market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it achieved a 5-star rating in C-NCAP tests in 2018, indicating strong safety performance for its intended market.
e-Lavida 38.1 kWh (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Electric powertrain offers instant torque and smooth, silent acceleration, ideal for urban environments and responsive driving.
Fuel Economy
Zero tailpipe emissions and very low running costs per km, typical of an EV, making it highly economical for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity (510L).
- • Wide range of engine options, including efficient petrol and an EV variant.
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for daily commuting.
- • Strong brand reputation and resale value in its primary market.
- • Modern design and good build quality for its segment.
Cons:
- • Naturally aspirated engines can feel underpowered, especially with automatic transmissions.
- • Rear suspension is torsion beam, which can be less refined than multi-link setups.
- • Primarily designed for the Chinese market, limiting availability and specific features elsewhere.
- • Base models may lack advanced driver-assistance systems.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: April, 2019 - 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Lavida |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | e-Lavida 38.1 kWh (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 2019 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4670 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1806 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1474 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2680 mm [8mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 38.1 kWh |
| System power: | 136 Hp |
| All-electric range: | 278 km |
| Electric motor power: | 136 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 290 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 13.2 kWh/100 km |
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