Overview
- Volkswagen outlined the hybrid system Tuesday, with an international rollout planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.
- The powertrain pairs an updated 1.5-litre TSI evo2 petrol engine with two electric motors and a 1.6 kWh battery under the rear floor.
- An integrated module sends power to the front wheels and houses the power electronics, a one-speed gearbox, and a clutch that links or decouples the engine.
- The car can run on electricity at low speeds up to about 60 kph and switches among electric, serial generator, and parallel drive modes with Eco, Comfort, and Sport profiles.
- Two outputs are reported at around 138 hp and 172 hp, with coverage indicating the higher tune is expected for the US and other export markets.