Archive · 28 Sep 2026
Skoda-Volkswagen Plans Four New Cars for India by 2027
Skoda and Volkswagen are preparing four new cars for India.
One is an updated Skoda Slavia sedan.
Another is the returning Skoda Superb executive car.
Volkswagen is also updating its Virtus sedan.
The fourth model will be a small SUV launching in 2027.
The Slavia gets new lights, screens, cameras and an automatic gearbox.
The Superb will use a diesel engine and a special Laurin & Klement version.
Volkswagen has not yet confirmed all details of the Virtus update.
The new SUV will be built in India.
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India plans four launches: the Slavia facelift, Superb, Virtus facelift and a new compact SUV.
The updated Skoda Slavia adds refreshed styling, new technology and an eight-speed automatic for its 1.0-litre TSI engine.
The fourth-generation Skoda Superb will return with a 2.0-litre diesel engine, seven-speed DSG and standard Laurin & Klement trim.
Volkswagen is testing a Virtus facelift, with design changes expected while its engine lineup is likely to continue.
Volkswagen’s new sub-four-metre SUV will launch in India in 2027 and use the locally built MQB-A0-IN platform.
- Who
- Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, Skoda Auto and Volkswagen.
- What
- Four models are planned for India: the Skoda Slavia facelift, Skoda Superb, Volkswagen Virtus facelift and a new sub-four-metre Volkswagen SUV.
- When
- The Slavia was revealed on 18 August 2026; the Superb is due for deliveries at the end of Q2 2027; the SUV is planned for 2027; the Virtus facelift is expected later this year.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- The companies are preparing a new product lineup across the Skoda and Volkswagen brands.
- Planned models
- Skoda Slavia facelift, Skoda Superb, Volkswagen Virtus facelift and a new Volkswagen sub-four-metre SUV
- Slavia availability
- Pre-bookings are open, with customer availability planned for the festive season
- Slavia powertrain change
- A new eight-speed torque-converter automatic is offered with the 1.0-litre TSI engine
- Superb powertrain
- 2.0-litre TDI diesel producing 150 hp and 360 Nm, paired with a seven-speed DSG
- Superb deliveries
- Expected to begin at the end of Q2 2027
- New SUV platform
- Locally built on the India-specific MQB-A0-IN platform
- Virtus update
- Test cars have been spotted in India; Volkswagen has not officially confirmed the reported specifications