Volkswagen Vento 2010-2014 Diesel Style Limited Edition

Vento 2010-2014 Diesel Style Limited Edition Review

Volkswagen Group, the German automobile giant has introduced the “Style” edition of its sedan model Volkswagen Vento in India. This limited edition trim is available in both petrol and diesel variants on the Comfortline platform. The Volkswagen Vento Diesel Style Limited Edition trim is powered by a 1.6-litre DOHC based in-line diesel power plant. The German auto maker has priced this vehicle competitively but slightly higher in comparison with the existing diesel Comfortline variant. The company is offering this trim with a signature chrome package that includes styling aspects of both interiors and exteriors. This package includes an all new chrome front grille, exterior chrome highlights and the “Style” badging on dashboard inside the cabin. Some of the other styling aspects include a set of stylish alloy wheels, dual feel seat covers and the doorstep garnish. These new styling aspects will certainly enhance the premium appeal of the vehicle and add to the customer excitement. The company retained the technicalities of the sedan with same engine, which is currently performing duties for other existing diesel variants. Most of the features of this limited edition trim have also been retained from the Comfortline trim. Some of those features include a 2-DIN music system, a multi-function steering wheel, an AC unit and several other advanced features.

Exteriors:

The new Volkswagen Vento Diesel Style Limited Edition trim gets a new set of cosmetics that makes it look like a premium sedan. There is a lot of chrome accentuation on the exteriors of this trim thanks to the signature chrome package given by the company. To begin with, it gets a new chrome plated radiator grille in the center and it is decorated with the company logo. The design of the headlight cluster remains to be the same with sleek and smoked styled design. This headlight cluster is equipped with powerful halogen lamps and turn indicator. Its frontage also has body colored bumper with a wide air dam and a pair of fog lamps. The side profile of this sedan hasn't got much of chrome, but the wheel arches have been fitted with stylish alloy wheels . Here the ORVMs and the door handles have been painted in body color that makes it look decent yet sporty from the side. The rear profile of this sedan gets chrome highlights in the form of a wide strip on the bumper. The boot lid of this sedan has been decorated with chrome plated company insignia along with variant and model badging.

Interiors:

The cosmetic updates given to the interior cabin of this sedan gives a fresh feel to the occupants inside. You can notice a chrome plated 'Style' badge on the dashboard that enhances the rich interior design. In a bid to enhance the sporty appeal of this vehicle, the company also added a doorstep garnish with 'Style' lettering on it. Apart from this, the seats have been covered with dual feel seat covers that even enhances the premium appeal of the vehicle. Apart from these, the rest of the interior design remains to be the same as the already existing variant. The design of the dashboard is very stylish and it comes equipped with several advanced equipments and functions including an AC unit, instrument cluster, music system and so on. The leg and shoulder room inside the cabin is very good thanks to its large wheelbase. This limited edition trim comes with a list of features including a front center arm rest with cup holders for rear seat, ashtray in front console, rear doors with storage compartment , sunglass holder in glove box and so on.

Engine and Performance:

Coming to the engine technicalities and specifications, this new Volkswagen Vento Diesel Style Limited trim comes fitted with a 4-cylinder, in-line, 1.6-litre diesel power plant. This engine is based on the DOHC valve configuration and it is integrated with CRDi fuel supply system. This will allow the engine to produce a power of about 103.6bhp at 4400rpm, while releasing a superior torque of about 250Nm in between 1500 to 2500rpm. The company skillfully coupled this engine with a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox that distributes the engine power to the front wheels of this sedan. The company claims that this sedan can produce a peak mileage output of about 20.53 Kmpl, which is rather good.

Braking and Handling:

The German automobile manufacturer has assembled the front wheels of this limited edition trim with disc brakes, while its rear end gets conventional drum brakes. On the other hand, this particular vehicle comes with an impressive speed sensitive power steering system that acts instantaneously and helps the driver to steer the vehicle with utmost ease. Handling this sedan is very simple, thanks to its robust suspension system. This vehicle's front axle comes fitted with the McPherson Strut type of a suspension system and it is further accompanied by stabilizer bars. The rear axle of this sedan has been assembled with semi-independent trailing arm.

Comfort Features:

The company is offering this new Volkswagen Vento Diesel Style Limited Edition by retaining all the features that were offered in the Comfortline variant. The list those exciting features include an advanced Climatronic automatic air conditioning system, vanity mirror in left side sun blind, an electrically adjustable outside rear view mirror, front and rear power windows, ticket holder in right side sun blind, fuel lid with push style opening, central locking, opening and closing of windows with remote key and several other advanced features. The German automobile company is also offering this limited edition trim with an advanced 2-DIN RCD 220 music system that supports USB and AUX-In connectivity.

Safety Features:

Volkswagen hasn't compromised on the safety aspects of this particular variant. The list of safety aspects include a pinch guard safety for all 4 power windows, high mounted third brake light, fog lamps, internal rear view mirror , an advanced engine immobilizer system and a height adjustable headrest.

Pros: Refreshing new look with chrome package, interior cabin looks much better.

Cons: Safety features are regular, fuel economy can be better.