Volkswagen Vento – German Engineering at Its Best

The German automaker Volkswagen introduced its first entry level sedan Volkswagen Vento couple of years back in 2010. Being the fourth car from the companyâEUR(TM)s stable, Vento has been able to appeal to car enthusiasts with its seductive looks and its availability in diesel variant Being the fourth car from the companyâEUR(TM)s stable, Vento has been able to appeal to car enthusiasts with its seductive looks and its availability in diesel variant. Petrol prices had started to shoot up at the time of its launching which helped Vento gain popularity instantly.
Boasting of fabulous lines with sharper overall exterior design, Volkswagen Vento seems to be out on a mission with performance focused mindset. Nicely crafted headlamps with chromed grill and chrome lined fog lamps accentuate the charm of the German three box car. Headlamps feature VolkswagenâEUR(TM)s chrome horizontal thunder flash which has now become a part of VWâEUR(TM)s philosophy. Body coloured rear view mirrors with muscular lines have added safety against bruising & scratches with a black base fitted. Not only the front but the rear also carries the same muscular theme with distinct character lines and elegant tail lamps. A finishing touch is given by the 15 inch alloys which boost VentoâEUR(TM)s overall looks.
Step in and you will be surprised to see the level of comfort in Volkswagen VentoâEUR(TM)s cabin. The German engineering in Vento interiors is spot on with everything neatly appointed right from the elegant dashboard to door panels. Even the space is superb with no need to âEUR~shift moreâEUR(TM) kind of questions with five passengers in it. Tastefully selected upholstery blends well with the allotted space to further impart a feel of calmness inside the cabin. Boot space is also lavish. Comfort and convenience features installed in Vento comprise of Multi-functional display, Automatic climate control, AC vents with chrome lining, Adjustable dual rear AC vents, Rake & reach adjustable power steering, Power ORVMs, Foldable armrest, Storage space in front armrest, Bottle holders on the front doors, Reading lamps, Glove box, Premium RCD 310 Music System with USB connectivity, CD, MP3 and WMA files and many more.
Powered by a 1.6 L DOHC in-line petrol engine, Volkswagen Vento is capable to churn out maximum power of 105 Ps at 5250 rpm and max torque of 153 Nm at 3800 rpm where as the diesel one churns out top power of 105 Ps at 4400 rpm and peak torque of 250 Nm at 1500-2500 rpm. Both the engines are mated to five speed manual gearbox. Volkswagen Vento is capable to deliver ARAI certified fuel economy of 20.54 kmpl with diesel variant whereas around 12-16 kmpl with the petrol one.
For the added safety, Volkswagen has bestowed Vento with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Height-adjustable headrests front and rear, Height-adjustable 3-point front seat belt, Dual airbags, driver and co-driver side, etc.