Learn everything about Volkswagen Cars, Models, Recalls and more

When we talk about innovation, quality products & driving pleasure, the German automobile manufacturers can’t be ignored. Since childhood, we’ve all grown up with the famous tagline ‘Volkswagen – Das Auto’ & the cute VW Beetle that at some point in our life, we wanted to own. Those of us who want to travel the world in a car, the 1st choice comes to mind is the iconic VW Bus. Having one of the VWs happens to be in our bucket list. Founded in 1937, the Volkswagen group operates in 150 countries with 100 production facilities across 27 countries. Today we’ll discuss why we should get one in our garage, the most popular VWs in the USA & many more.

There are multiple factors to consider a Volkswagen. Whether you want new Volkswagen or used , these factors always help you to choose the right.

Although we Americans take VW as an European luxury brand with a luxury price bracket, if we leave the expensive subsidiaries and go with the core VWs instead, the models offered by them are not as costly as we think to be. A brand new Jetta starts from $20,600 and if you want to go with the used VW Jetta, you get it cheaper.

The modern VW models are known for quality product & reliability all over the USA, not only globally. A hundred thousand miles is nothing on a VW. With proper maintenance according to the owner’s manual, you can keep it for years without much problem. The modern VWs don’t leave you stranded on the road.

VW models are considered one of the safest cars you can buy in the USA. When it comes to safety, Volkswagen isn’t behind Volvo who is known to build the safest cars in the world. VW vehicles offer not only robust built quality but also include all of the latest safety features such as lane departure warnings, external cameras, anti-theft systems, multiple airbags, collision warning systems from the base models.

There are very few brands not only in the USA, but globally to beat the excellent driving dynamics offered in VW cars. If you’re one of those who always seek immense driving pleasure & feel safe at the corners at the same time, Volkswagen is the one you should go for.

The Volkswagen USA fleet offers a range of vehicles suited for each person present here. Whether you want the classic sedans or terrain friendly SUVs or the pocket rocket hatchbacks, everything they have for your curated drive. Lots of aftermarket options are available also if you want to upgrade your VW. Although the famous VW Bus is not available as new in the USA, the used car market can not only provide what you’re looking for, but also supply you the full-fledged upgraded one.

If you are planning to buy VW cars then check it at your local Cardealerships.

Most European autobahn are known for manufacturing cars with timeless design & Volkswagen is no exception. Design is although subjective but we think the design language VW follow is not only classy but very soothing also for our eyes. A VW from decades ago looks as classic as the ones of modern day. Remember the 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph! If you get lucky to see one on the road today, that Silver Seraph will catch your eye even today – the era of fluidic design.

• Total sales: 2021 – 109,743 2022 (Q3) – 25608
• Compact Crossover SUV
• Engine: Turbocharged 2.0L 16-valve producing 184 HP with 8 speed AT
• FWD & 4Motion AWD with 4 modes – snow, on-road, off-road & off-road custom.
• IQ.Drive included
• MPG: 23/29
• Ownership Cost: According to edmunds.com, for 5 years, the 2022 Tiguan costs more or less $52,967 to own incl. tax, maintenance & repairs.
• MSRP: $26,950 – $37,500
• Resale Value: Average depreciation rate is 28% after 5 years.
• Cargo Area: 73.4 cu ft
• Safety Ratings: 4 stars combined. Check NHTSA for more information.
• Recall: 2018 (18), 2020 (3), 2021 (5), 2022 (4 ). Check NHTSA for more information.

• Total Sales: 2021 – 115,687 2022 (Q3) – 22,786
• Mid-size crossover SUV
• Engine: 235 HP turbocharged 2.0L 4 cylinder and a 276 HP 3.6L V6 is available as an option
• FWD & 4Motion AWD with 4 modes – snow, on-road, off-road & off-road custom.
• IQ.Drive included
• MPG: 21/24
• Ownership Cost: According to edmunds.com, for 5 years, the 2022 Atlas 2.0L costs more or less $62,337 to own incl. tax, maintenance & repairs.
• MSRP: $35,150 (Atlas base model) & $34,460 (Atlas Cross Sport base variant).
• Resale Value: Average depreciation rate is 28% after 5 years.
• Cargo Area: 96.8 cu ft & 77.8 cu ft with the rear seats folded down.
• Safety Ratings: 5 stars combined. Check NHTSA for more information.
• Recall: 2018 (15), 2019 (9), 2020 (9), 2021 (15), 2022 (6). Check NHTSA for more information.

• Total Sales: 2021 – 61,967 2022 (Q3) – 9,194
• Compact 4 door sedan
• Engine: 1.5L turbocharged direct-injection TSI engine with 158 HP & 6-speed MT, 2.0L turbocharged direct-injection TSI engine with 228 HP & 6-speed MT as standard and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic as optional (GLI Edition)
• FWD
• IQ.Drive included
• MPG: 26/37/30
• Ownership Cost: According to edmunds.com, for 5 years, the 2022 Jetta GLI costs more or less $48,985 to own incl. tax, maintenance & repairs.
• MSRP: $20,600 (standard Jetta) to $31,585 (Jetta GLI).
• Resale Value: Average depreciation rate is 17% after 5 years.
• Safety Ratings: 5 stars combined. Check NHTSA for more information.
• Recall: 2011 (11), 2013 (8), 2015 (9), 2017 (7), 2021 (4), 2022 (1). Check NHTSA for more information.

If you’re looking for a classic multipurpose van that not only serves all your purposes with low maintenance and also wins you lots of followers here and there, you can go for the Volkswagen Bus. It’s not available in the USA as brand new but the used car dealers can help you get one. For a long nation/worldwide tour or weekend fun trip, the VW Bus is still considered the best for being reliable, durable and offering versatile upgradability.

This compact hatchback not only speaks about your great styling sense but also can be a good commuter car for your daily drive due to decent fuel economy and low maintenance. However, in mid 2019 the VW group discontinued it in the USA; if you want to buy one, check the used car dealerships.

For those of us who love to drive green, there is 1 EV offered by the VW groups in the USA.

It’s an award winning compact crossover SUV characterised by a no grill front end with numerous LED accents, an optional backlit VW emblem & a equipped with an 82 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and an electric motor mounted over the rear axle. Built on the modular MEB platform, ID.4 offers 30.3 cu ft with both rows of seats left up, and 64.2 cu ft with the second row down with plenty of rooms inside.ID.4 wins the SEMA award 2022 for the Electric Vehicle of the Year.

• Estimated EPA Range: 275 miles
• Estimated Charging Time: 89 miles in about 10 minutes
• AWD
• MSRP: $37,495

This funky looking minivan is not available yet in the USA although from the VW website it was informed that ID. Buzz will be launched here in the USA by 2023. From the gallery, till now we came to know that this cute minivan will offer better space compared to any SUV out there with youthful colours and robust interior. The 2nd row seats can be folded in 60:40 ratio and everything inside except the steering wheel is all electric. We don’t know whether it’d be a self-driving car, but for now it’s manual.