VW comeback in the Philippines - maybe?

[germs]

Maybe they can put into good use yung Jakarta plant nila so that kahit Amarok pwedeng i-assemble doon. Mas maganda kasi at least kahit PGA cars pwede doon na kunin yung ibang Audi cars since the Jakarta plant also assembles some Audi vehicles for the Indonesian market there. Maybe VW group should expand that plant so that assembly will be for the ASEAN and Oceania market. Samahan na rin nila ng engine assembly plant.

Yep sana nga. That would also make the units cheaper because of AFTA. China tariff rates are still at 30%. This is why I think some Chinese made and branded cars are priced very close to their Japanese counterparts.

[germs]

UP would be a nice choice_______ mukang matipid to 1.0 engine



pwede panlaban sa mga pick-up line up dito sa pinas...

sana mass market ang after nila...matibay ang german cars yun lang mahal ang price tag nila...

Tsaka kung dadalhin lang din yung Amarok, they better develop an SUV version ala Fortuner/Montero/Trailblazer. Sayang eh. Same with the Navara, ok sana if they bring in the Pathfinder.

[timrev]

Beetle

TDI® $23,295*
Beetle, meet TDI Clean Diesel. It’s lean and green.
Includes 2.5L features, plus:
2.0L, 140hp TDI Clean Diesel engine
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription
Keyless access with push-button start
Leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel
3-pod dash-mounted gauge cluster
Multi-function trip computer

Consumption city: 28mpg**
Consumption highway: 41mpg**

ok din to

[dfopiso]

nabasa ko kanina sa MB, Ayala group will be local distributor

Ayala Named Local Volkswagen Distributor | The Manila Bulletin Newspaper Online

[foifoi05]

pwede siguro i-revive nila yung discontinued Classic Beetle from Mexico and yung Classic Mini Bus from South America for the Southeast Asian market.

[aargh]

I cant wait for them to release the new Golf. Huwag lang sana nila ioverprice...VW is a mass market brand after all.

[Altis6453]

Beetle

TDI® $23,295*
Beetle, meet TDI Clean Diesel. It’s lean and green.
Includes 2.5L features, plus:
2.0L, 140hp TDI Clean Diesel engine
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription
Keyless access with push-button start
Leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel
3-pod dash-mounted gauge cluster
Multi-function trip computer

Consumption city: 28mpg**
Consumption highway: 41mpg**

ok din to

That's around Php 980k without VAT and other taxes, assuming US$42 to Php 1.00. Too rich for us ordinary folk.

[d_mac]

Tsaka kung dadalhin lang din yung Amarok, they better develop an SUV version ala Fortuner/Montero/Trailblazer. Sayang eh. Same with the Navara, ok sana if they bring in the Pathfinder.

Mas matitibay pa rin mga Toyota sir kaysa sa mga Volkswagen kung tutuusin. Dito sa Australia (at New Zealand) kilala mga VW sa sira at high-cost of maintenance when you abuse them the way Aussies abuse them in the bush.

BUT, you don't have to believe, sooner the VW will be in Philippines and it's up for you to find it out would-be owners if you subject them to the same amounts of abuse as you would with your Japanese pickups.

Having said this, however, if the Amarok twin-turbo finally comes to Manila and it will be offered in somewhat the same or close to the price of the Hilux 3.0 D-4D, i would tell wifey to sell one of our usual Dmax, dagdagan pa ang pambili, and go for the Amarok. I would not take the Amarok in offroad or involve it in hauling (it's just too darn good-looking), the other Dmax will take care of that.... This time around, i just stay away a bit from my usual Isuzu as i want to wipe my ass in style with the Volkswagen Amarok LAVET!!!!

Cheers!

[robin_micmac]

Mas matitibay pa rin mga Toyota sir kaysa sa mga Volkswagen kung tutuusin. Dito sa Australia (at New Zealand) kilala mga VW sa sira at high-cost of maintenance when you abuse them the way Aussies abuse them in the bush.

BUT, you don't have to believe, sooner the VW will be in Philippines and it's up for you to find it out would-be owners if you subject them to the same amounts of abuse as you would with your Japanese pickups.

Having said this, however, if the Amarok twin-turbo finally comes to Manila and it will be offered in somewhat the same or close to the price of the Hilux 3.0 D-4D, i would tell wifey to sell one of our usual Dmax, dagdagan pa ang pambili, and go for the Amarok. I would not take the Amarok in offroad or involve it in hauling (it's just too darn good-looking), the other Dmax will take care of that.... This time around, i just stay away a bit from my usual Isuzu as i want to wipe my ass in style with the Volkswagen Amarok LAVET!!!!

Cheers!

I agree. The Amarok looks really good but thats all there is. It would never beat the durability of its Japanese counterparts. I used to think that the Amarok is one tough truck until we stripped one down and saw what lies underneath. The powertrain isnt as impressive as you would expect it to be and you can see how much cost-down VW implemented in this platform.

[3ple4]

Any updates on the Ayala group's plan?

[sparcom2]

Any updates on the Ayala group's plan?

The first volkswagen dealer here will open last quarter this year. My source is one of the future SA of volkswagen..

[3ple4]

The first volkswagen dealer here will open last quarter this year. My source is one of the future SA of volkswagen..

Matagal pa pala.

I wonder what will be the pricing strategy.

[vwaudimb]

Wonder what line up vw will be selling here. I want a UP!

[tagalnasaabroad]

Wonder what line up vw will be selling here. I want a UP!

Follow this link Our dream Volkswagen lineup | Inquirer Business for a bunch of VW wishful line up list..

[vwaudimb]

Follow this link Our dream Volkswagen lineup | Inquirer Business for a bunch of VW wishful line up list..

Thank you for the link... Fingers crossed on the up!

[crazy_boy]

ayan na!

Volkswagen PH makes it officially official; Signs deal with Ayala Corporation

After a very long absence, Volkswagen is finally back in the Philippines. The German giant formally appointed Automobile Central Enterprise, Inc. (ACEI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ayala Corporation, as its new Philippine distributor.

The deal was officially inked a month ago in Hong Kong where Weiming Soh, President for Commercial Operations in Greater China and ASEAN, signed the Importeur Agreement with Fernando Zobel de Ayala, President and Chief Operating Officer of Ayala Corporation, and John Philip S. Orbeta, Chairman and President of Ayala Automotive Holdings Corporation (Ayala Auto) and Managing Director of Ayala Corporation.

“In line with our ASEAN growth strategy and the vision to be the world’s most successful automobile manufacturer in ecological and economical terms by 2018, we found in Ayala Auto a dedicated, resourceful, and experienced partner in the Philippines that will strengthen the Volkswagen brand,” said Weiming Soh.

Ayala Corporation's head honcho Fernando Zobel de Ayala stated: “The dominant position of Volkswagen in the global automotive market will boost Ayala’s strong presence in the growing Philippine automotive industry. We are excited to bring Volkswagen’s innovation and technology to the Philippine market complemented by an outstanding customer experience.”

ACEI, otherwise now known as VW Philippines, has yet to announce which models they're bringing in and when exactly they're coming. However, some sources have told us that the the newly-formed company will take a bit more time before they can begin selling VWs in the Philippines due to a supply shortage. But when that time comes, we'll be there to tell you all the details you need to know.

With 20 years of experience operating Honda and Isuzu here in the Philippines, Ayala Auto should have all the resources needed to turn Volkswagen into a success. But unlike other German premium brands such as Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, we're expecting VW to target a broader audience by pricing their vehicles closer to what the Japanese and Koreans currently offers. This should give Peugeot and Volvo a run for their money.

[vwaudimb]

I sure do hope so they price this right!! Can't wait!!

[jfc168]

I hope VW Philippines brings the 7th generation Golf/GTI.

There is a great need for a practical daddy car that can drive fast and yet fetch the kids --> GTI. ~230 hp & 220 ft/lbs of torque

It should be priced at less than P2m to keep the wife happy.

The Subaru WRX was the perfect daddy car. Too bad it ate into the sales of the STI.

The reviews for the GTI from Europe are very good. There is a "smart" differential option that can make it feel like you are driving an AWD.

[Egan101]

VW will open with a bang next month with an all-diesel lineup!

Volkswagen to open in September with all-diesel product lineup - Industry News

Hmmm, Jetta TDI with DSG will surely be one good daily car.

[Calistro]

Wonder how much will they price these. Should be close to Peugeot's pricing?