All New Volkswagen Sharan to get debut at 85th International Geneva Motor Show 2015.

• Even more technical highlights for the popular Volkswagen MPV
• New TSI and TDI engines are up to 15 per cent more fuel efficient

Volkswagen is presenting the technically updated Sharan at the Geneva International Motor Show. Numerous new convenience and assistance systems make the family-friendly MPV one of the most advanced models in its segment. 

A wide range of infotainment systems also guarantees full connectivity to many smartphones and tablets. 

At the same time, the fuel economy of the petrol and diesel engines was improved by up to 15 per cent. The updated Sharan will arrive on the German market this summer; advance sales begin in April.

Along with the standard Automatic Post-Collision Braking System, which automatically initiates braking after a collision if the driver is no longer able to intervene, numerous optional assistance systems are available in the updated Sharan as well. 

They include the ambient traffic monitoring system Front Assist with integrated City Emergency Braking, the Lane Assist lane-keeping assistant, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), the third generation of Park Assist (for assisted parking and exiting from parking spaces) and the Blind Spot Monitor, which warns of vehicles in the blind spot when changing lanes.

The petrol (TSI) and diesel (TDI) engines, which are as powerful as they are efficient, have been completely redesigned. The turbocharged direct-injection engines are now up to 15 per cent more fuel-efficient, and they all conform to the Euro-6 emissions standard. The two TSI engines produce 110 kW / 150 PS and 162 kW / 220 PS. 

The power of the strongest petrol engine is increased by 15 kW / 20 PS. The diesel engines are offered at three power levels: 85 kW / 115 PS, 110 kW / 150 PS (gain of 10 PS) and 135 kW / 184 PS (gain of 7 PS). All engines (except the 85 kW TDI) may be combined with the agile 6-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG), which now also enables the fuel-saving coasting function (decoupling of the engine from the drivetrain when foot is taken off the accelerator pedal).

The second generation of the modular infotainment platform is used in the Sharan; it offers a maximum level of connectivity. The Sharan is one of the first Volkswagen vehicles to be equipped with "App Connect"; thanks to MirrorLinkTM, Android Auto (Google) and Car Play (Apple), a wide variety of apps can be fed into the new infotainment systems. The systems are also impressive due to their fast processors (optimised boot- up, quick route calculation, optimal touchscreen performance) and high-resolution displays.

In addition, the Sharan interior is upgraded with new accents and materials, and the instrument cluster is perfected. The rear of the Sharan now also has a more concise light signature thanks to LED technology.

* Fuel consumption of Sharan in l/100 km: 7.1 - 4.9 (combined); CO₂ emissions in g/km: 167 – 130 (combined), efficiency class: C-A (estimated, as of 16 February, 2015)

JANUARY SALES - VW GROUP - Group shows slight gain worldwide in January.

• Group Board Member for Sales Christian Klingler:“We made a stable start to another challenging year”

The Volkswagen Group began the year with a slight increase in deliveries of 0.7 per cent. The Company with its twelve brands delivered 817,600 (January 2014: 811,500) vehicles worldwide. “The Volkswagen Group made a stable start to the year. 

Our premium brands Audi and Porsche, along with ŠKODA and SEAT, put in a particularly strong performance,” Group Board Member for Sales Christian Klingler said in Wolfsburg on Friday. “Looking ahead to the full year we can expect the global uncertainties to continue – and 2015 will be another challenging year,” Klingler added.

Including the figures for heavy commercial vehicles, Group brands delivered a total of 287,400 (279,400; +2.9 per cent) vehicles to customers on the overall European market in the first month of the year. 152,200 (149,300; +1.9 per cent) customers took possession of a new vehicle in Western Europe (excluding Germany). 89,300 (84,200; +6.1 per cent) units were delivered in the home market of Germany. 

The Group handed over 45,900 vehicles to customers in Central and Eastern Europe, matching the figure for January of last year. 13,800 (16,600; -16.9 per cent) units were delivered in Russia.

The Company delivered 63,200 (58,000; +9.0 per cent) vehicles in the North America region in January, of which 39,200 (36,900; +6.1 per cent) were handed over to customers in the United States. The Volkswagen Group delivered 53,900 (67,900; -20.7 per cent) vehicles in the South America region during the same period, of which 38,500 (48,500; -20.7 per cent) were handed over to customers in Brazil.

381,300 (375,000; +1.7 per cent) vehicles were delivered to customers in the Asia-Pacific region in the first month of the year, of which 351,400 (344,500; +2.0 per cent) were handed over in China (incl. Hong Kong), the Group’s largest single market.

Outline of developments at Group brands

The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand delivered 507,100 (521,600; -2.8 per cent) vehicles to customers worldwide in January 2015.

The premium brand Audi handed over 137,700 (124,900) vehicles in the first month of the year, a substantial rise of 10.3 per cent.

The sports car manufacturer Porsche delivered a total of 16,000 (12,200) vehicles, representing an increase of 31.2 per cent compared with the previous year.

The Czech brand ŠKODA delivered 87,000 (80,900) vehicles in January, an increase of 7.5 per cent.

SEAT handed over 27,700 (26,000; +6.4 per cent) vehicles to customers during the first month of the year.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles delivered 30,600 (31,600; -3.3 per cent) vehicles during the same period.

The MAN commercial vehicles brand delivered 5,600 (7,800; -29.0 per cent) units in the first month of the year.

The Swedish brand Scania delivered 5,000 (5,600; -9,7 per cent) heavy trucks and buses to customers in January.

JANUARY SALES - VOLKSWAGEN - WORLDWIDE - VW's sales drop in January.

The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand delivered 507,100 (January 2014: 521,600) vehicles to customers worldwide in the first month of this year, 2.8 per cent down on the same month of the prior year. “Deliveries by the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand show we are facing a challenging year. 

Volkswagen was not immune to the uncertainties in some regions that have continued into the current year,” Christian  Klingler, Board Member for Sales and Marketing for the Volkswagen Group and the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand, commented in Wolfsburg on Wednesday.

Developments in the global delivery situation in the first month of the year were mixed. 

The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand handed over 124,900 (126,100; -1.0 per cent) vehicles to customers on the overall European market in January. Compared with the same month ofthe prior year, 66,100 (66,200; -0.1 per cent) units were delivered inWestern Europe (excluding Germany). The company handed over 42,900 (41,400; +3.4 per cent) vehicles in Germany. 

15,900 (18,500; -14.2 per cent) customers took possession of a new Volkswagen in Central and Eastern Europe in January, of which 6,200 (8,600; -28.3 per cent) units were delivered in Russia.

The brand delivered 282,000 (285,300; -1.2 per cent) vehicles in the Asia-Pacific region in January, of which 265,900 (267,800; -0.7 per cent) were handed over to customers in China (incl. Hong Kong). In contrast, deliveries in the North America region grew to 41,800 (39,700; +5.3 per cent). Volkswagen handed over 23,500 vehicles to customers in the United States, matching the figure for Januaryof last year. 

Volkswagen Passenger Cars delivered 45,200 (55,200; -18.1 per cent) units in the South America region, of which 34,200 (40,300; -15.2 per cent) were handed over to customers in Brazil.

Want a new SUV from VW, then NOW is the time, apparently.

• Special offers add extra value to SUVs from 13 to 27 February 2015
• Tiguan and Touareg models ordered during event receive three years’ free servicing^^

Volkswagen is launching a number of special offers across its SUV ranges this month, meaning there has never been a better time to buy a Tiguan or Touareg model.  On top of competitive deals already available to buyers purchasing an SUV between now and 31 March 2015, during the half term event which runs at participating Retailers from 13 to 27 February, there’s the added bonus of three years or 30,000 miles free servicing^^.

The offers start with Volkswagen’s compact SUV, the Tiguan, which is available with a deposit contribution of up to £2,750**, and monthly payments on Solutions PCP (Volkswagen Financial Services’ personal contract plan) from £265 and 4.9 per cent APR representative.  

Popular and well-specified, all Match and R-Line Tiguan models now benefit from standard touchscreen satellite navigation.  Protection Packs, comprising front and rear mats, a boot mat and mud flaps are also available to ensure the new car stays looking new for as long as possible.

Customers with their eye on Volkswagen’s range-topping SUV, the new Touareg, which went on sale in August, can save up to £5,000^** off the list price of the car.  The Touareg is of course available on Solutions too, with monthly payments from £459 with 7.0 per cent APR representative.  A bespoke Protection Pack is also available for the Touareg.

What’s more, during the half term event, all Tiguan and Touareg orders will benefit from three years or 30,000 miles free servicing^^.  This is not linked to Solutions, and so is available on all retail orders placed between 13 and 27 February.

The SUV campaign is being supported by national advertising, encouraging potential owners to ‘Treat yourself, not the kids’ this half term.  For full details, terms and conditions, finance examples or to find your nearest participating Retailer, please go to www.volkswagen.co.uk.

Solutions PCP^# representative example for a Tiguan 1.4 TSI BMT S 5 door 2WD

(based on 10,000 miles p.a.)

Duration 35 monthly payments of  Deposit  Deposit contribution   (Total deposit      Retail cash price Acceptance fee Optional final payment    Option to purchase fee Total amount payable Total amount of credit Representative APR Rate of interest

3 years £265.00 £3,726.32 £2,750.00 £6,476.32) £21,960.00* £125.00 £7,822.46 £60.00 £23,633.78 £15,483.68 4.9% APR 4.30% fixed

Solutions PCP^# representative example for a Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 262 R-Line

(based on 10,000 miles p.a.)

Duration   35 monthly payments of      Deposit Retail cash price Acceptance fee Optional final payment Option to purchase fee Total amount payable Total amount of credit Representative APR Rate of interest

3 years £459.00 £12,897.20 £43,215.00* £125.00 £19,206.43 £60.00 £48,228.63 £30,317.80 6.9% 6.65% fixed

* These prices reflect the Volkswagen UK tactical discount available until 31 March 2015.

^£5,000 off offer is available on all 262PS engines regardless of trim, 204PS engine attracts a £3,000 off offer.

^#At the end of the agreement there are three options: i) retain the vehicle: pay the optional final payment to own the vehicle; ii) return the vehicle; or iii) replace: part exchange the vehicle, subject to status.

**Deposit contribution is available when purchased on Solutions Personal Contract Plan^^  Free servicing is available up to 3 years/30,000 miles (whichever comes first) when purchased on Solutions Personal Contract Plan.  Offer available for vehicles ordered by 27 February 2015 from participating Retailers.  Retail Sales only. Available to 18's and over.  

Further charges may be payable if vehicle is returned.  Offers are not available in conjunction with any other offer and may be varied or withdrawn at any time.  Subject to availability.  Terms and conditions apply.  Finance subject to status.  Accurate at time of publication [09/02/2015].  Freepost Volkswagen Finance.

All new 4th Generation VW Caddy launched today.

• Emissions and fuel consumption reduced by new introduction of EU6 engines
• New driver assistance systems improve safety
• Classic design refined with clear pronounced lines

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has unveiled the fourth-generation of its hugely popular Caddy. The third-generation model recorded more than 1.5 million sales around the world during its eleven-year production – a success that the latest generation Caddy urban delivery van, and its passenger carrying brother, intends to continue.

The Caddy’s drive systems use state-of-the-art technology, with new EU6 engines providing improved efficiency. The Caddy range is powered by new 2.0-litre, four cylinder diesel engines. The performance range includes: 55 kW / 75 PS, 75 kW / 102 PS, and the top-of-the-range engine a 110 kW / 150 PS. Recording the lowest fuel consumption is the Caddy Blue Motion panel van, specially developed for inner-city deliveries: 

“With its low fuel consumption of less than four litres per 100 kilometres (70+ mpg), the new Caddy sets a new standard,” explained Dr. Eckhard Scholz, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.

The new Caddy range will also be available with quiet, refined 2.0-litre, four cylinder EU5 diesel engines: 55 kW / 75 PS, 75 kW / 102 PS and 103 kW / 140 PS.

In its fourth-generation, the Caddy shines in its class for having a high level of safety features.  

Numerous new safety and comfort features protect the occupants and support the driver. “To achieve this, we have incorporated a large number of driver assistance systems, which are unmatched in the urban delivery van segment”, said Hans-Joachim Rothenpieler, Member of the Board for Technical Development of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.

One of these is the ‘Front Assist’ surroundings monitoring system, including City Emergency Braking.  If the driver fails to see an obstacle below a speed of 30 km/h (19 mph), the system automatically applies the brakes, aiming to prevent any collisions. In the passenger carrying variant, Caddy Life, occupants are protected by the use of side and curtain airbags.

Approximately 22 per cent of all accidents involving injuries are collisions with more than one obstacle. In order to minimise the risk related to this scenario, the award-winning Multi-collision Brake System is included as standard in the new Caddy. After a collision, it automatically initiates braking if the driver is no longer able to take action.

Other options which are now available include the ‘Light Assist’ and ‘Driver Alert’ systems.

The latter recognises any deviations from normal driving behaviour and recommends to the driver when a break is necessary. Also available is the option of a heated windscreen, which helps to ensure a permanently good view, no matter the weather.

For the first time on Caddy, there is the option of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), which is active at speeds of 0-160 km/h (0-100 mph) with DSG or 30 to 160 km/h (19-100 mph) with a manual transmission – and uses radar sensors to monitor the distance and relative speed to vehicles in front. When used in conjunction with DSG, the ACC system can also slow the vehicle down, for example in queues or traffic jam situations, to a complete stop.

In combination with the Composition Colour and Composition Media radios and with the Discover Media radio-navigation system, customers are able to order a reversing camera. The optional 'Park Assist' system enables automated parallel parking as well as parking at right-angles to the carriageway – an especially practical feature for courier services.

An evolution of a best-seller: the new Caddy's design impresses with sharper folds and clearly defined surfaces with stylish clarity. The re-designed front and the distinctively presented rear give the new compact van an unmistakable character – further distinguished by the new look of the front and rear lights. While remaining extremely functional, the high-quality urban delivery van has gained noticeably in presence.

In keeping with the expressive exterior, the vehicle's interior also features accentuated lines and shapes. Striking decorative trims with integrated air vents and a new generation of infotainment equipment underline the new Caddy's modern look.

The new Caddy will be launched in Germany at the end of June. UK vehicles will arrive later in the year.

UK specifications and pricing will be announced in due course.

JANUARY USA SALES - VOLKSWAGEN - Minor growth for the German brand, even with new metal.

• January sales total 23,504 units, representing a .04 percent increase over January 2014
• The all-new Golf delivered 2,040 units for the month, marking a 143% percent increase in sales for the model over the previous January
• The Golf GTI delivered 1,978 units, a 129% percent increase
• Jetta sedan delivered 8,320 units for the month

Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported sales of 23,504 units delivered in January 2015.

The all-new Golf family continued to find success in both deliveries and accolades. In January, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the Golf and Golf GTI were named the North American Car of the Year. Golf family sales in January totaled 4,199 units, which includes 2,040 Golfs, 1,978 Golf GTIs and 181 e-Golf units. The Golf family continues to expand in 2015 with the addition of the much anticipated Golf R which goes on sale later this month. Five hundred pre-orders of the Golf R were filled in less than a 12 hour period last month.

“We are encouraged by the continued success of the Golf family, in fact it was one of the best months on record for Golf family sales. We look forward to the new additions of the much anticipated Golf R and Golf SportWagen later this quarter,” said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America.

The Jetta, refreshed for the 2015 model year now with a suite of driver assistance features, continued to show its strength as a core model, with 8,320 units delivered.

The Touareg, refreshed for 2015, delivered 482 units, 257 of which were Clean Diesel TDI, amounting to 53 percent of sales of the model.

The Chattanooga-built Passat totaled 6,305 units delivered for the month. The Tiguan delivered 1,473 units.

January 2015 Sales

	Jan.15	Jan. 14	Yr/Yr% change	Jan.15  YTD	Jan.14 YTD	Yr/Yr% change
Golf	2,040	839	143.1%	2,040	839	143.1%
GTI	1,978	865	128.7%	1,978	865	128.7%
Golf R	-	8	-100.0%	-	8	-100.0%
e-Golf	181	-	-	181	-	-
Total Golf/GTI/e-Golf	4,199	1,712	145.3%	4,199	1,712	145.3%
Jetta Sedan	8,320	8,455	-1.6%	8,320	8,455	-1.6%
Jetta SportWagen	649	1,313	-50.6%	649	1,313	-50.6%
Total Jetta	8,969	9,768	-8.2%	8,969	9,768	-8.2%
Beetle Coupe	897	1,284	-30.1%	897	1,284	-30.1%
Beetle Convertible	492	750	-34.4%	492	750	-34.4%
Total Beetle	1,389	2,034	-14.8%	1,389	2,034	-14.8%
Eos	156	183	-14.8%	156	183	-14.8%
Passat	6,305	6,236	1.1%	6,305	6,236	1.1%
CC	531	881	-39.7%	531	881	-39.7%
Tiguan	1,473	1,777	-17.1%	1,473	1,777	-17.1%
Touareg	482	544	-11.4%	482	544	-11.4%
Routan	-	359	-100.0%	-	359	-100.0%
TOTAL	23,504	23,494	0.04%	23,504	23,494	0.04%