| Hakim Hayat |
VOLKSWAGEN Brunei yesterday unveiled the new Sportsvan, which is the continuation of its product offensive, this time in the compact MPV segment.
Complementing its sporty outlook, the new Sportsvan is equipped with an interior that is as sophisticated as it is versatile and offers a maximum cargo capacity of 1,520 litres.
Volkswagen Brunei said the new Sportsvan follows the layout of the modular transverse matrix (MQB) from Volkswagen and inherits significant advantages from advance technology toolkit, making it very dynamic, with a short front overhang and long wheelbase. Innovative lightweight design has kept the vehicle weight extremely low, while the interior packaging also benefits from the MQB, with optimised utility.
The driver and front passenger can enjoy an elevated seating position in the Sportsvan, and special attention has been paid to the cockpit’s ergonomics, with a clean layout and sophisticated look being the result. “In this Volkswagen, the world of compacts and MPVs meld together into a new type of car that offers more space for active recreation, family and the job,” a press statement said.
The exterior dimensions of the Sportsvan, together with its new and sharply contoured styling give it an independent and sophisticated look.
(From left) Dr Chan Sui Kiat, founder of Maju Motors Sdn Bhd; Bernd Siffling, General Manager of Volkswagen Brunei; and Shahrain Zulkifli, Sales Manager of Volkswagen Brunei in a photo with the new Sportsvan – HAKIM HAYAT
With its taut body shapes, precisely drawn lines and large 17-inch alloy wheels, the Sportsvan transfers the Volkswagen design DNA to the class of compact MPVs.
Its interior features a cabin that Volkswagen calls “as high-end and stylistically sophisticated as it is clean and fresh”. While some of the instruments and controls may be familiar to drivers of other Volkswagen models, the dashboard was redesigned down to the last millimetre specifically for the Sportsvan, which also focuses on maximum on-board comfort with generous space for rear-seat passengers, wide-opening doors and elevated seats. Another key feature is the 60:40 split rear benches that features individual adjustment of its sections.
The Sportsvan comes as standard with features like LED licence plate lights, and electronic parking brake with Auto Hold, cruise control with speed limiter, a touch-screen in car entertainment system and a variable cargo floor.
Safety features include seven airbags, electronic stabilisation programme (ESP) and safety-optimised head restraints in front.
Side view of the Sportsvan
Behind the wheel of the Sportsvan
Some other highlights available in this vehicle include the protective occupant protection system; driving profile selector allowing drivers to select four driving modes and its Dynamic and efficient drivetrain with a stop-start system and a range of BlueMotion technology efficiency improvement measures that lower fuel consumption.
Its new 1.4-litre TSI engine with 125 PS produces a 200 Nm torque from only 1,400rpm. At the same time, fuel consumption is extremely low at just 5.4 litres per 100km in the combined cycle.
Guests were treated to a variety of refreshments and entertainments at the launching event. It was also attended by Dr Chan Sui Kiat, founder of Maju Motors Sdn Bhd and Bernd Siffling, General Manager of Volkswagen Brunei, who unveiled the new Sportsvan.
As part of its promotion, Volkswagen Brunei is offering an earlybird price for the first six customers to purchase the vehicle.
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