The German-engineered Compact Sedan Redefined
The VW Lavida has been the top-selling car in the Chinese market for 15 consecutive years (over 8 million units sold). Combining global manufacturing standards with localized design, this car appeals to multiple demographics.
Target users: Young families, urban commuters, and pragmatic consumers seeking value.


German Quality
Built on the MQB platform, the car utilizes over 80% laser welding, increasing torsional rigidity by 30%.
Smart Technology
CarPlay/Android Auto are standard across the entire range, and the 2024 Lavida's high-end models feature Level 2 Assisted Driving (including full-speed ACC).


Spacious Advantage
The extra-long 2688mm wheelbase provides a spacious 900mm rear seat, allowing even larger passengers to sit comfortably. The generous 510L trunk easily accommodates multiple pieces of luggage and gear.
Fuel Economy
The Lavida, equipped with a 1.5T EVO II engine, boasts a combined WLTC fuel consumption of just 5.4L/100km, setting a benchmark for fuel efficiency in the compact sedan segment.
This saves approximately $280 in fuel costs per 20,000km of driving annually. Carbon emissions are as low as 125g/km, meeting major global environmental regulations.


Front Design
The Lavida's front fascia features a dual-style design, precisely tailored to the aesthetic preferences of different customers. The Classic Edition retains the Volkswagen family's signature horizontal chrome grille, seamlessly integrated with the LED headlights. Its sleek lines exude a calm and reliable presence. The Starry Sky Edition features a honeycomb dot-matrix grille, paired with a high-gloss black exterior trim and a smoked front lip, instantly enhancing its sporty appearance.
Body Side
The side adopts practical and aesthetic design ideas, and the 4678mm slender body is matched with the sharp waistline running through the front and back, which not only stretches the visual proportion, but also strengthens the dynamic posture of the body and continues the concise and neat design genes of German cars. The smooth transition of the sliding back roof line not only optimizes the outline of the whole vehicle, but also controls the drag coefficient at 0.27Cd, which effectively helps to improve fuel economy.


Rear Design
The rear design cleverly echoes the front, creating a sleek, well-defined silhouette that's instantly recognizable. Standard on all models are smoked LED three-dimensional taillights, offering rich, layered illumination. Select models also feature dynamic turn signal strips, which illuminate at night for a truly technological and formal feel.
Chassis Structure
As the core pillar of German quality, the Lavida's chassis is built on Volkswagen's MQB modular platform, inheriting the solid and stable handling genes of German cars. The combination of a front McPherson independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension has been specifically tuned to filter out minor road bumps during city commutes, delivering a comfortable ride. It also provides ample support and stability during high-speed cornering.


Cabin Materials and Style
The entry-level model features a hard plastic center console, fabric seats, and basic black plastic trim. It's practical and durable, meeting the basic needs of daily commuting.
The mid-range model features an upgraded soft-molded instrument panel, imitation leather seats, and matte chrome trim, significantly enhancing the quality. The interior offers a minimalist, home-style design, perfect for families.
The high-end model features Alcantara suede seats with red stitching, a piano-lacquer dashboard panel, and a Starry Sky Edition-exclusive sports interior package (including a black roof and sports seat side panels), enhancing the youthful and sporty ambiance.
Technology
Entry-level version: Equipped with an 8-inch embedded central control screen and a mechanical pointer instrument cluster (with a small trip computer), it supports basic CarPlay/CarLife, but offers only basic features like Bluetooth and a USB port, without voice interaction.
Medium-level version: Upgraded to a 10.25-inch full LCD instrument cluster and a 12-inch floating central control screen, equipped with Volkswagen's MOS 3.0 car-mounted system, supporting wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, voice control (for climate control and navigation), and basic OTA updates.
High-level version: The car-mounted system is upgraded to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, offering faster response times, support for continuous voice chat, and global OTA updates. A 360-degree panoramic camera is standard (the mid-level version has a reverse camera).


Comfort Features
The entry-level model features manually adjustable fabric seats (6-way driver's seat, 4-way passenger seat) and single-zone manual air conditioning with basic ventilation and temperature control.
The mid-range model upgrades to dual-zone automatic air conditioning with a Clean Air air purification system (PM2.5 filtration). The seats remain manually adjustable, but imitation leather enhances comfort. Heated front seats are optional on some models.
The high-end model comes standard with a 6-way power driver's seat and heated front seats for enhanced seat support. It also adds 64-color ambient lighting that changes color depending on the driving mode. The vehicle's NVH (noise, harshness, and harshness) has been improved for even greater highway quietness.
Storage Space and Detailed Features
Common Features: All models come standard with 28 user-friendly storage spaces, including a double-layer center armrest storage box, door panel umbrella slots, and front cup holders with limiters. The trunk volume is standardized at 510L (470L for the hybrid version), and the rear seats can be folded down proportionally.
Differentiating Features:
The entry-level model lacks a rear center armrest and only offers basic cup holders;
Mid- and high-end models come standard with a rear center armrest with hidden cup holders, while the high-end model adds a front wireless phone charging pad.

Volkswagen Lavida 1.5T Starry Sky Leading Edition (Guided Price Approximately USD 1,966) vs. Toyota Corolla Hybrid 1.8L Elite Edition (Guided Price Approximately USD 1,963)
Power and Fuel Consumption: The Lavida is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 118kW and a peak torque of 250Nm, providing greater power for high-speed overtaking and a WLTC combined fuel consumption of 5.4L/100km. The Corolla Hybrid uses a 1.8L hybrid system, offering improved low-speed quietness and a measured fuel consumption of only 3.8L/100km, making it suitable for frequent urban commuting and saving on annual fuel costs.
Smart Features: The Lavida comes standard with IQ.Drive Level 2 Assisted Driving (including full-speed adaptive cruise control and lane keeping), with an AR-HUD heads-up display available on higher trims. The Corolla Hybrid's Assisted Driving focuses more on cornering stability, but its smart cockpit features are relatively basic, lacking convenient features like voice control.
Maintenance Cost: The Lavida's traditional fuel powertrain is mature and has a wide coverage of repair outlets, making it suitable for users who value mechanical reliability. The Corolla Hybrid has a maintenance cycle of up to 10,000 kilometers and an average annual maintenance cost that is 18% lower, but it also has to bear the long-term maintenance concerns of the power battery.

Product Details




















| ● Standard configuration ○ Optional -- None |
Lavida 2025 New 1.5L Outstanding New Edition | Lavida 2025 New 1.5L New Desire Edition | Lavida 2024 300TSI DSG Full Edition | Lavida 2024 300TSI DSG Starry Sky Edition |
| Basic Parameters | ||||
| Manufacturer | SAIC Volkswagen | SAIC Volkswagen | SAIC Volkswagen | SAIC Volkswagen |
| Level | Compact car | Compact car | Compact car | Compact car |
| Energy type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Environmental protection standards | National VI | National VI | National VI | National VI |
| Time to market | 2024/10/29 | 2024/10/29 | 2023/9/15 | 2023/9/15 |
| Maximum power(kw) | 81 | 81 | 118 | 118 |
| Maximum torque(N-m) | 141 | 141 | 250 | 250 |
| Engine | 1.5L 110 horsepower L4 | 1.5L 110 horsepower L4 | 1.5T 160 horsepower L4 | 1.5T 160 horsepower L4 |
| Gearbox | 6 gears, hand-in-one | 6 gears, hand-in-one | 7-speed dry dual clutch | 7-speed dry dual clutch |
| Length*Width*Height (mm) | 4561*1740*1470 | 4561*1740*1470 | 4678*1806*1474 | 4678*1806*1474 |
| Body structure | 4-door 5-seater sedan | 4-door 5-seater sedan | 4-door 5-seater sedan | 4-door 5-seater sedan |
| Maximum speed (km/h) | 185 | 185 | 200 | 200 |
| WLTC comprehensive fuel consumption (L/100km) | 5.98 | 5.98 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Vehicle warranty | Three years or 100,000 kilometers | Three years or 100,000 kilometers | Three years or 100,000 kilometers | Three years or 100,000 kilometers |
| Car Body | ||||
| Wheelbase(mm) | 2651 | 2651 | 2688 | 2688 |
| Front wheelbase (mm) | 1516 | 1516 | 1546 | 1546 |
| Rear wheelbase (mm) | 1496 | 1496 | 1520 | 1520 |
| Body structure | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Car door opening method | Swing door | Swing door | Swing door | Swing door |
| Fuel tank volume (L) | 42.5 | 42.5 | 51 | 51 |
| Trunk volume (L) | 498 | 498 | 510 | 510 |
| Curb weight (kg) | 1250 | 1250 | 1345 | 1345 |
| Engine | ||||
| Engine model | EA211-DRZ | EA211-DRZ | EA211-DSV | EA211-DSV |
| Displacement (mL) | 1498 | 1498 | 1498 | 1498 |
| Displacement(L) | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Intake form | Inhale naturally | Inhale naturally | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Engine layout | Horizontal | Horizontal | Horizontal | Horizontal |
| Cylinder arrangement | L | L | L | L |
| Number of cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Air Supply | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Maximum horsepower (Ps) | 110 | 110 | 160 | 160 |
| Maximum power(kW) | 81 | 81 | 118 | 118 |
| Maximum torque(N-m) | 141 | 141 | 250 | 250 |
| Maximum torque speed (rpm) | 4100 | 4100 | 1750-4000 | 1750-4000 |
| Maximum net power (kW) | 81 | 81 | 118 | 118 |
| Fuel grade | 92# | 92# | 95# | 95# |
| Chassis/Wheels | ||||
| Drive mode | Front front drive | Front front drive | Front front drive | Front front drive |
| Front suspension type | Macpherson independent suspension | Macpherson independent suspension | Macpherson independent suspension | Macpherson independent suspension |
| Rear suspension type | Torsion beam type non-independent suspension | Torsion beam type non-independent suspension | Torsion beam type non-independent suspension | Torsion beam type non-independent suspension |
| Parking brake type | Electronic parking | Electronic parking | Electronic parking | Electronic parking |
| Rim material | ●Aluminum alloy | ●Aluminum alloy | ●Aluminum alloy | ●Aluminum alloy |
| Front tire specifications | 195/65 R15 | 205/55 R16 | 205/55 R16 | 205/55 R16 |
| Rear tire specifications | 195/65 R15 | 205/55 R16 | 205/55 R16 | 205/55 R16 |
| Spare tire specifications | Not full size | Not full size | Not full size | Not full size |
| Active/Passive safety | ||||
| Main/passenger seat airbag | Main●/deputy● | Main●/deputy● | Main●/deputy● | Main●/deputy● |
| Front/rear side airbags | Front●/rear-- | Front●/rear-- | Front●/rear-- | Front●/rear-- |
| Front/rear head airbags (curtain airbags) | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● |
| Tire pressure monitoring function | ●Tire pressure alarm | ●Tire pressure alarm | ●Tire pressure alarm | ●Tire pressure alarm |
| Seat belt not fastened reminder | ●Whole car | ●Whole car | ●Whole car | ●Whole car |
| ABS anti-lock | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Lane Departure Warning System | -- | -- | ● | ● |
| Active braking/active safety system | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Control Configuration | ||||
| Driving mode switch | ●Exercise | ●Exercise | ●Sports ●Economy |
●Sports ●Economy |
| Shift pattern | ●Mechanical gear shift | ●Mechanical gear shift | ●Mechanical gear shift | ●Mechanical gear shift |
| automatic parking | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Auxiliary/Intelligent Driving | ||||
| cruise system | ●Fixed speed cruise | ●Fixed speed cruise | ●Full speed adaptive cruise | ●Full speed adaptive cruise |
| Assisted driving level | -- | -- | ●L2 | ●L2 |
| Driving assistance images | -- | ●Reversing image | ●Reversing image | ●Reversing image |
| Front/rear parking radar | Front--/rear● | Front--/rear● | Front--/rear● | Front--/rear● |
| Ultrasonic radar quantity | ●4 pcs | ●4 pcs | ●4 pcs | ●4 pcs |
| Appearance Configuration | ||||
| Skylight type | -- | ●Electric sunroof | ●Electric sunroof | ●Electric sunroof |
| Key type | ●Remote control key | ●Remote control key | ●Remote control key | ●Remote control key |
| Keyless start system | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Internal Configuration | ||||
| Full LCD instrument panel | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| LCD instrument size | ●8 inches | ●8 inches | ●8 inches | ●8 inches |
| Steering wheel material | ●Plastic | ●Plastic | ●Leather | ●Leather |
| Steering wheel position adjustment | ●Manual up and down + front and rear adjustment | ●Manual up and down + front and rear adjustment | ●Manual up and down + front and rear adjustment | ●Manual up and down + front and rear adjustment |
| Multifunction steering wheel | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Seat Configuration | ||||
| Seat material | ●Fabric | ●Fabric | ●Leather/fabric mix and match | ●Leather/fabric mix and match |
| Rear seats fold down | ●Put it down as a whole | ●Put it down as a whole | ●Put it down as a whole | ●Put it down as a whole |
| Front/rear center armrest | Front●/rear-- | Front●/rear-- | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● |
| Lighting Configuration | ||||
| Low beam light source | ●LED | ●LED | ●LED | ●LED |
| high beam light source | ●LED | ●LED | ●LED | ●LED |
| Headlight height adjustable | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Delayed turn off of headlights | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Car interior ambient lighting | -- | -- | ●Monochrome | ●Monochrome |
| Glass/Rear View Mirror | ||||
| Exterior rearview mirror function | ●Electric adjustment | ●Electric adjustment ●Rearview mirror heating |
●Electric adjustment ●Electric folding ●Rearview mirror heating ●Reverse and automatically turn down ●Lock the car and fold automatically |
●Electric adjustment ●Electric folding ●Rearview mirror heating ●Reverse and automatically turn down ●Lock the car and fold automatically |
| Sensing wiper function | -- | ●Rain sensor type | ●Rain sensor type | ●Rain sensor type |
| Front/rear electric windows | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● | Front●/rear● |
| One-touch window lifting function | ●Whole car | ●Whole car | ●Whole car | ●Whole car |
| Window anti-pinch function | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Car vanity mirror | ●Main driver ●Co-pilot |
●Main driver ●Co-pilot |
●Co-pilot | ●Co-pilot |
| Interior rearview mirror function | ●Manual anti-glare | ●Manual anti-glare | ●Manual anti-glare | ●Manual anti-glare |
| Intelligent Internet | ||||
| Central control color LCD screen | ●Touch LCD screen | ●Touch LCD screen | ●Touch LCD screen | ●Touch LCD screen |
| Central control screen size | ●8 inches | ●8 inches | ●8 inches | ●8 inches |
| Bluetooth/car phone | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Mobile phone interconnection/mapping | ●Support CarPlay ●Support HUAWEI HiCar |
●Support CarPlay ●Support HUAWEI HiCar |
●Original interconnection/mapping ●Support CarPlay ●Support CarLife |
●Original interconnection/mapping ●Support CarPlay ●Support CarLife |
| APP Remote Control | -- | -- | ● | ● |
| Media Entertainment | ||||
| Multimedia/charging interface | ●USB | ●USB | ●Type-C ●USB |
●Type-C ●USB |
| Number of USB/Type-C interfaces | ●1 front row | ●1 front row | ●1 front row/2 rear row | ●1 front row/2 rear row |
| Number of speakers | ●2 speakers | ●2 speakers | ●6 speakers | ●6 speakers |
