The newest member of the Volkswagen portfolio – the Tayron – was given a grand reception this week when employees from nearly all the different disciplines joined Wolfsburg Plant Manager Uwe Schwartz and Works Council member Jürgen Mahnkopf for the symbolic start of series production.

The SUV all-rounder, which is optionally available with seven seats, is the fourth model to be produced at the Volkswagen Group’s largest plant, alongside the Golf, Tiguan and Touran. To date, more than 48 million cars have been produced in Wolfsburg – more than any other car factory in the world. "Wolfsburg has always been a role model within our production network – and will continue to fulfill this role even in challenging times," says Christian Vollmer, Board Member for Production and Logistics at the Volkswagen brand and also a member of the extended Group Management Board. “Other locations look to what happens in Wolfsburg. The successful Tayron SoP [Start of Production] sends a strong signal.”

Plant Manager Uwe Schwartz used the SoP to thank colleagues from across the different specialisms that have been involved in the project: "A car launch is always a team effort, involving the entire production team. With the Tayron, many cogs meshed perfectly: from the press shop to body construction, painting, assembly, and vehicle completion." According to Schwartz, collaborations with other departments, such as Procurement or Technical Development, also worked smoothly. This was the only way it was possible to adhere almost exactly to the long-planned SoP schedule, especially with the challenge of integrating the Tayron into the processes of Assembly Line 4 while Tiguan production was ongoing. "Our colleagues can be proud of this achievement,” adds Schwartz. “In the coming weeks we will do everything we can to ramp up Tayron production successfully.”

Jürgen Mahnkopf, Deputy Chairman of the General and Group Works Council: “The Tayron SoP marks an important milestone for the Wolfsburg site. I am sure that our new SUV will build on the success of its predecessor, the Tiguan Allspace, and make an important contribution to job security. Customers in China are already excited about this car and the Tayron will also find many buyers in Europe. Our colleagues in production have done a great job in challenging conditions. In parallel with the pre-series production of the Tayron, they had to manage the launches of the new Tiguan and the Golf product upgrade. They achieved this together, as a team, and I’d like to thank them on behalf of everyone working at the site."

The first Tayron to roll off the line this week was an Ultra Violet Metallic example with a 2.0 litre TDI engine01 and a panoramic roof. Over the coming weeks, show and demonstrator cars for European Volkswagen dealers will be produced in Wolfsburg. The second-largest SUV of the Volkswagen brand in Europe, after the Touareg, will go on display in showrooms from March, with the first cars being delivered to customers shortly after. Customers will soon be able to choose from seven efficient engines, including two next-generation plug-in hybrid drives (eHybrid). These offer electric ranges of more than 100 kilometres and long travelling distances of up to 850 km between fuel stops.

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01. Tayron 2.0 TDI 4MOTION, 142 kW (193 PS) | Combined consumption: 6.8-6.1 l/100km | Combined CO₂ emissions: 180-162 g/km | CO₂ class: F

Volkswagen is cutting the cost of its All-in service plan for a limited two-week period, from Monday 18 November to Monday 2 December. The offer reduces the cost of an All-in from Volkswagen plan – which already saves drivers about £765 over two years – by more than £200.

An All-in from Volkswagen1 plan is available exclusively for cars aged three to six years old and with fewer than 100,000 miles on the clock (see full terms below). It bundles together a range of services for one monthly fee, giving customers peace of mind that their motoring costs are covered for two years. Each plan includes up to two years of warranty, two years of Roadside Assistance, two services and two MOT tests.

Customers can buy an All-in from Volkswagen plan upfront or spread the cost over two years. The normal price of a two-year All-in from Volkswagen plan is £900 (£37.50 x 24 months), but this special offer reduces that by £204, to just £696 (£29 x 24 months).

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Two of the most popular trims in the entire UK Golf line-up are set to be enhanced with new engines and a plug-in hybrid drive. They come at a time when the Golf is already the UK's biggest-selling car in its class so far this year, and all three new additions can be ordered at any Volkswagen UK Retailer from Thursday 21 November.

New Golf Black Edition engines
Two engines are being added to the stylish Golf Black Edition trim that was unveiled in July this year: a petrol 1.5 eTSI mild hybrid and a diesel 2.0 TDI. Both engines have a 150 PS power output and are paired with an automatic seven-speed direct-shift gearbox (DSG). The 1.5 eTSI can propel the Golf Black Edition from standstill to 62 mph in 8.4 seconds, whereas the 2.0 TDI completes the same sprint even quicker, in exactly eight seconds.

The new engines add to what is already a stylish and well-specified package. Sitting one step below the exciting GTE trim in the UK Golf line-up, the Black Edition includes smart 18-inch Leeds alloy wheels, upgraded IQ.Matrix headlights, illuminated door handles and Volkswagen logo at the front, heated front seats and head-turning black styling elements.

Prices for the Golf Black Edition 1.5 eTSI and 2.0 TDI are £33,690.00 and £35,500.00 respectively (on-the-road recommended retail prices including VAT).

New Golf Match eHybrid
A frugal eHybrid is being added to the Golf Match line-up – the most popular Golf derivative in the UK.

The Match trim was re-introduced across much of the Volkswagen range in early 2024; it’s a package famous for combining affordability with generous levels of equipment. The newly developed second-generation Volkswagen plug-in hybrid drive builds on this with extra efficiency and enhanced performance.

Electric-only driving of more than 88 miles is possible with the car’s 19.7 kWh battery, which can be charged at home with up to 11 kW AC and at rapid public stations with up to 40 kW DC. When the engine is engaged, drivers are rewarded with a system output of 204 PS and a 0-62 mph dash of just 7.2 seconds. Together, the electric drive and petrol engine work in perfect harmony to deliver super-efficient fuel economy of 141.2 miles per gallon.

Features that come as standard include 17-inch Nottingham alloy wheels, LED headlights, a rear-view camera, adaptive cruise control, Lights and Vision package, Discover navigation system, Park and Comfort technology package including Park Assist Pro, Lane Assist and Climatronic air conditioning.

The Golf Match eHybrid is priced at £36,140 (on-the-road recommended retail price including VAT).

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles emerges triumphant at the 2024 Fleet News FN50 Awards, after being named ‘Most Reliable Van Maker’, and picking up ‘Most Reliable Van’ with the Volkswagen Transporter.

This marks the fourth time Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has taken home the overall title, outperforming its rivals in the contract hire and leasing sector.

The Transporter was named 'Most Reliable Van' in recognition of its exceptional reliability as a work vehicle, minimising downtime and helping keep the UK's van drivers on the road. Also recognised were the Volkswagen Caddy, which took the third spot, and the Crafter, which came in at number eight – ensuring Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles had more vans in the top 10 list than any other manufacturer.  

Announced at the annual FN50 Dinner, which took place in London last night, the prestigious FN50 Awards celebrate achievements from across the UK’s fleet sctor, and are recognised as a benchmark of industry excellence.

Craig Cavanagh, National Fleet Manager, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said: "We are incredibly proud to once again be named ‘Most Reliable Van Maker’, and to have gained further recognition for our Transporter, Caddy and Crafter vans. These awards are a testament to our commitment to supporting fleet customers with the reliability they depend on to keep their businesses moving.”

For more details on Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ award-winning range of products and services, or to find your nearest Van Centre, please visit www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk.

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