Thursday, May 25, 2017

Volkswagen launches two new Vento variants - the Vento ALLSTAR and Vento GT

Aside from launching the latest variant of the Volkswagen Beetle 1.2TSI for the Malaysian market, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) had launched two new variants of their Vento sedan. The Vento ALLSTAR and the Vento GT. These are limited run variants of the Vento 1.2TSI Highline and the Vento 1.6 Comfortline respectively that come with additional goodies at attractive prices.


First off is the Vento ALLSTAR. The Vento ALLSTAR is the second ALLSTAR edition introduced by VPCM, with the first being the Polo ALLSTAR. Priced from RM78,888 it is available in Reflex Silver and Candy White. The Vento ALLSTAR is a Vento 1.6 which comes with RM7,000 worth of exclusive accessories such as leather seats, aluminium sports pedals, rear spoiler, black door strips and trunk garnish, ‘ALLSTAR’ scuff plates, emblems and carpet mats. 

It basically makes the 1.6 Comfortline that is sold here into a Highline variant but it gets some extra trim or garnishing making it a little more special. Note the black stripes at the sides remind you of a certain 'AllStar' model of sneakers from Converse. A lean towards something sportier I suppose.

I also have to say that the Vento 1.6 sedans offers a good package in terms of reliability and maintenance. No turbocharging and not dual clutch gearbox means this is a simple car to maintain in the long run. It comes highly recommended by us actually.

As for the Vento GT,  it is priced from RM89,888 and comes with a total of RM9,000 worth of exclusive accessories such as a “Satin” black roof and exterior mirror wraps, black door strips, leather seats, aluminium sports pedals, GT Aerokit, ‘GT’ scuff plates, emblems and carpet mats. Two colour options are available - Reflex Silver and Candy White. This folks, is what you can call a Vento 1.2 TSI Highline variant with a bodykit and some extra trim. 

So with this you can get a bodykitted Vento. What car modding enthusiasts could benefit actually as the car comes standard already with the bodykit.  More flash for the same amount of cash actually. Or slightly lesser for both variants actually. These are good value Volkswagen. You really get more equipment and parts for the price. And that's not just it. VPCM also announced an  Additional Raya Promo for the Vento as well as the Passat line-up.

There is a 5-year free maintenance package for the entire Vento and Passat family. This offer is valid till the 31st of July 2017. Additionally, those who book any Volkswagen cars from now till 30th June will receive petrol vouchers worth RM500. 

Our test drive of the Vento 1.2 TSI is here if you're interested in reading about what we think about it.

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PRESS RELEASE
VPCM Launches the new Beetle, Vento ALLSTAR and Vento GT

Kuala Lumpur, 24 May 2017 – Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia

(VPCM) today unveiled an array of exciting models - the new Beetle,

Vento ALLSTAR and Vento GT to the Malaysian market. The new

Beetle, and the special edition models are currently on display at

MidValley Megamall from 24 to 28 May 2017.

Managing Director of VPCM, Erik Winter said that the new offerings are

targeted to those wanting to stand out from the crowd. “We not only want

to make our cars more accessible to Malaysians, but we also want to

give them more options with value added benefits, whilst ensuring that

the cars they drive are instant head-turners. With the new Beetle, the

ALLSTAR series and the Vento GT, our customers now have an even

wider array of products from Volkswagen in time for the upcoming Raya

festivities.”

The New Beetle

Leading the pack is the latest edition of Volkswagen iconic Beetle. The

new Beetle is priced from RM136,888 and is available in a variety of

colours that will delight owners – Pure White, Tornado Red, Blue Silk,

Dark Bronze, Habanero Orange and White Silver. Updates in the new

Beetle include a 2-zone Climatronic air-conditioning system, composition

media with touch screen display with App-Connect, leather trim “Vienna”

seats with front seat lumbar support, bi-xenon headlamps and LED

daytime running lights.

A 1.2l turbocharged TSI engine with an output of 105PS - with the 7-

speed automatic transmission DSG with a maximum torque of 175Nm

under the hood ensures an exhilarating ride with every drive.

Two variants are on offer, the Design and Sport.

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Vento ALLSTAR

The Vento ALLSTAR is the second ALLSTAR edition introduced by

VPCM, with the first being the Polo ALLSTAR which was introduced

recently. Priced from RM78,888 it is available in Reflex Silver and Candy

White. The Vento ALLSTAR comes with RM7,000 worth of exclusive

accessories such as leather seats, aluminium sports pedals, rear spoiler,

black door strips and trunk garnish, ‘ALLSTAR’ scuff plates, emblems

and carpet mats.

A 1.6L MPI engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission

gearbox and Tiptronic function, provides the Vento ALLSTAR with an

output of 105PS, maximum torque of 153Nm and fuel consumption of

6.5l per 100km*.

As an added bonus, the Vento ALLSTAR is equipped with the new MY

VW Drive App, which provides added convenience at the driver’s

fingertips. With numerous functions that include driving style and fuel

consumption tracking, the app enhances the drive with smart capabilities

that keep the driver safe and in control, and provide worry-free with

insights on the car condition and performance. Additionally, users will

also be able to easiy obtain immediate help from Mondial Roadside

Assistance in the case of an emergency.

Vento GT

The rugged Vento GT, priced from RM89,888 and comes with a total of

RM9,000 worth of exclusive accessories such as a “Satin” black roof and

exterior mirror wraps, black door strips, leather seats, aluminium sports

pedals, GT Aerokit, ‘GT’ scuff plates, emblems and carpet mats. Two

colour options are available - Reflex Silver and Candy White.

The Vento GT is powered with the award-winning 1.2l turbocharged

direct injection TSI engine with an output of 105PS. Paired with the 7-

speed automatic transmission DSG with a maximum torque of 175Nm,

the Vento is the sedan with the highest torque in its class. With superior

drivability and performance, fuel consumption is remarkable at 5.5l per

100km*. The Vento 1.2l was awarded the Compact Car of the Year at

the 2016 Malaysia Car of the Year ceremony.

For more information, please visit www.volkswagen.com.my

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