by - VW has implemented the Sagitar model, which is an extended version of the Jetta sold in North America.
- The sedan is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a 7-speed DSG gearbox.
Volkswagen has been rolling out its model range for years, including the Sagitar model, which is manufactured in partnership with . This week, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology unveiled the updated Sagitar, which has undergone significant design updates and looks much more appealing compared to the previous model.
Essentially, the Sagitar is an extended version of the 7th-generation Jetta sold in the West, including North America, and . The sedan has a length of 4,812 mm, a width of 1,813 mm, and a height of 1,479 mm, with a wheelbase of 2,731 mm. While the exterior design might not be considered very stylish, the updated model now has a modern look, having shed outdated design elements before 2020.
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The new Sagitar features updated headlights with black lenses and a more refined front grille with a small cutout. The VW emblem can now be specifically changed to a black or chrome variant, and black trim now connects small intake openings for additional visual interest.
In addition, Volkswagen has installed new door handles that align flush with the body and offers three new 17-inch wheel designs with black and silver disks, a sunroof, and a black shark antenna. The rear view shows a distinctive Sagitar emblem and LED taillights with a light strip.
Under the hood of the updated Sagitar will be exclusively a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder TSI engine developing a modest 158 hp (118 kW). This power is likely sufficient for a sedan of this size and should ensure good fuel efficiency, although specific fuel consumption data remains unknown. The power is transmitted to the front wheels via a seven-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission.
Additionally, Volkswagen has equipped the Sagitar with several modern technologies, including a dashboard camera and event recorder functions that are becoming increasingly common in new vehicles for enhanced safety and protection.
