Volkswagen Vento

This is the B-segment compact sedan which is formerly considered as the Volkswagen Polo. The 1.2TSI JOIN is the top version, offering a turbocharged engine instead of the bigger but less powerful natural-aspirated one in the 1.6L Comfortline. Priced at about RM84,690 to 98,490, what can Volkswagen Vento give us compared with the opponents like Honda City, and Hyundai Verna？

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2018 Volkswagen Vento Gallery

Design

The overall design looks similar to the Polo, especially the front. Its grille still uses the Volkswagen accent with a big VW badge. The headlights and fog lights are integrated with the grille and bumper.

Dimension

Lighting

※LED Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Light (1.2TSI)

※LED third brake light (1.2TSI)

※Height-adjustable halogen headlights (1.6L)

※LED third brake light (1.6L)

Wheels

※‘Riverside’ alloy wheels, 6J X 15”, tyres 185/60 R15 (1.6L)

※‘Syenit’ alloy wheels, 7J X 16”, tyres 215/45 R16 (1.2TSI)

Dashboard

Now inside the cabin, you can get a bigger 6.5″ touchscreen display which can provide App-Connect® smartphone connectivity (MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto).

Instrument Cluster

The instrument cluster with a visor can give a better vision of the information about the car.

Space and Practicality

There are plenty of storage pockets in the car, like at the front and back door and the back of front seats. Also, Volkswagens Vento has offered cup holders at the front and rear.

Boot

Volkswagen Vento has an incredibly 454-litre big boot, which is amazing.

2018 Volkswagen Vento Specs and Features

Safety

※Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Brake Assist (BA), Anti-theft system with interior surveillance and back-up horn

※Child seat anchor for child seat system ISOFIX, Dual front and front side airbags

※Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS)

Comfort

※‘Climatronic’ automatic air conditioning system, Cruise control

※Rear air conditioning vents, Remote control for central locking with 2 foldable keys

※Split folding (60/40) rear seats

Infotainment

※Radio ‘R340G’ with USB, iPod interface, SD card slot, AUX-IN, Bluetooth, 4 speakers

※App-Connect® smartphone connectivity (MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto)

※Radio ‘R340G’ with USB, iPod interface, SD card slot, AUX-IN, Bluetooth, 4 speakers

Engine

Volkswagen has provided a 1.6L 4-cylinder petrol engine which can deliver 105ps @ 5250rpm and 153Nm @ 3800rpm, another one is a 1.2TSI 4-cylinder petrol engine, having 105ps @ 5000rpm and 175Nm @ 1550-4100rpm.

Transmission

The 1.6L engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic/Tiptronic with sport mode while the 1.2TSI is matched with a DSG 7-speed direct shift gearbox.

Drive System

The Volkswagen Vento is a front-wheel-drive sedan.

Acceleration

The 1.6L is a very mild engine so it will take some time to go fast while the 1.2TSI one can reach maximum torque at low rev.

Engine Performance

The engines of Vento are not class-leading, but it can give you a good driving experience. Especially the 1.2TSI one, it will surprise you.

Transmission Performance

The gearbox system has been updated by Volkswagen so you can have a better ride quality on the road.

Steering and Handling

The overall control of the Vento feels better compared with its opponents. Even at high speed, it still can be stable and refined.

Sound Proofing

This is a quiet sedan with gentle engines, in normal conditions, the car’s voice isolation has done a great job.

Passenger Comfort

The suspension is a little bit firm but comfortable and it can overcome the bumps very well.

Fuel Consumption

According to Volkswagen's official statistics, Vento gets a fuel consumption around 5.5-6.3L/100km.

The Volkswagen Vento may don't have good engines but its driving experience is out of your expectation. Besides, it has afforded a nice price to consumers and a lot of features. If you want a compact sedan which has great performance with a small engine to save your money as well as tax, the Volkswagen Vento is an ideal choice.