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Democratizing the Performance line, Volkswagen India makes the GT badge accessible for customers

Volkswagen India introduces much in demand manual transmission on the top of the line Virtus GT Plus that is powered by the 1.5l TSI EVO engine

Introduces 2 New variants of the Volkswagen Taigun : GT Plus MT and GT DSG

New exterior body colour ‘Lava Blue’ launched on the Virtus and Taigun across all variants

Launches its marquee ‘GT Edge Limited Collection’ comprising of limited volumes of the Virtus GT Plus DSG & GT Plus manual in an exclusive “Deep Black Pearl” finish, the Taigun GT Plus DSG & GT Plus manual in “ Deep Black Pearl” and “Carbon Steel Matt” finishes. Showcases upcoming special editions on the Taigun “ Sport” and “Trail” as part of the ‘GT Edge Limited collection’

In addition, the Taigun GT Plus MT and Taigun GT Plus DSG adorn a new matte finish exterior body colour, Matte Carbon Steel Grey

Enhancing the sporty appeal further on the Performance line, Volkswagen India introduces a Deep Black Pearl colour on the GT Plus variants of the Taigun & Virtus

In addition, the Taigun GT Plus MT and Taigun GT Plus DSG to also adorn the Carbon Steel Grey in “Matte” finish

Market introduction of all new variants and the ‘GT Edge Limited Collection’ will commence from June 2023 onwards.

Volkswagen India offers the safest product portfolio in the Indian market with the Taigun and Virtus adjudged with a 5-star Global NCAP rating in adult and child occupant protection. The Volkswagen Virtus has received the best-ever score in GNCAP history

In-line with Government regulations to enhance the adoption of safety among occupants, the seat belt reminder is now standard on the Taigun & Virtus manufactured from 1^st April 2023

Speaking on the introduction of the new variants across the Taigun & Virtus carlines, Mr Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, said, “At Volkswagen, accessibility and customer centricity is the focus of our brand. Taking customer feedback on board, we have democratized the GT badge by enhancing the variant offerings on our Performance Line. We have introduced three new variants, Virtus GT Plus manual, Taigun GT Plus manual and Taigun GT DSG, giving our customers a host of variants to choose from. Along with introducing the new Lava Blue color across the Taigun and Virtus line-up ,we have also introduced a marquee ‘GT Edge Limited Collection’ which will comprise of carlines with the GT Badge in limited volumes. The ‘GT Edge Limited collection’ will comprise of the Virtus GT plus (DSG and Manual) in an exclusive “Deep Black Pearl” finish and the Taigun GT Plus (DSG and Manual) in “Deep Black Pearl” and & “ Carbon Steel Grey Matte” finish. Market introductions of these new variants will commence from June 2023 onward.”