Volkswagen Philippines Goes Digital and Offers Lineup Online Via Lazada

In line with the market shift to e-commerce as a response to the global health crisis, Volkswagen Philippines will now offer its line-up of German-designed vehicles online via Lazada Philippines. To give their clients the best deals, the company will also be providing its exclusive discounts for purchases done through Lazada, including P15,000 off on the Volkswagen Santana 1.5 MPI AT SE, P90,000 off on the Volkswagen Santana 1.5 MPI AT S, P66,000 off on the Volkswagen Santana 1.4 MPI MT, and P85,000 off on the Volkswagen Lavida 1.4 TSI DSG SE.

Beginning June 21st, Volkswagen Philippines’ entire vehicle roster including all Santana variants, have been available in the Lazada online store—making these vehicles accessible to the 4 million daily—or 120 million monthly—site visitors, including a nationwide social media reach of 29 million Facebook and 78,000 Twitter followers. Volkswagen vehicles also become available for online purchase or reservation anytime, virtually expanding the dealerships’ effective reach round-the-clock, all year round.

Lazada also offers the utmost convenience, safety, and security in online purchases, which is ideal under the current general community quarantine guidelines that encourage contactless transactions, minimizing the risk of further spreading the novel Corona virus. Furthermore, logging on to the Lazada online store makes purchasing the latest Volkswagen vehicle even safer, more secure and convenient for Filipinos who intend to experience a Teutonic motoring lifestyle in the “new normal” post pandemic economy.

The Volkswagen Santana’s powerful and efficient engine, safety features, and spacious interiors make it the ideal first Volkswagen for small families, young professionals, and brave, hardworking frontliners. The most affordable model, the Santana MPI MT, is powered by a 1.4-liter Multi-Point Injection (MPI) inline 4-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 88.7 horsepower (90 PS) at 5,500 rpm and of 132 Newton-meter of torque at 3,800 rpm while a 5-speed manual transmission multiplies the power before sending it to the front wheels. The Santana is equipped with electronic power steering, front McPherson independent suspension, a safety cage with front and rear crumple zones, rear composite torsion beam semi-independent suspension, standard ISOFIX anchorage points (mounting fixture for two child seats on rear seat bench), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), immobilizer, and front dual airbags. And with one of the longest wheelbase in its class, the Santana’s generous interior space allows for proper physical distancing among its occupants.

The Santana 180 MPI AT S and SE variants offer more power with their 1.5-liter engine with BlueMotion Technology mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The bigger engine generates 108.5 hp (110 PS) at 6,000 rpm and 150 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Standard features on the S variant include 15-inch alloy wheels and Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) while the SE variant adds rain sensing wipers, cruise control, rear Park Distance Control (PDC), multi-function steering wheel and front side airbags.

The Santana GTS 180 SE AT takes the Santana ownership experience a notch higher by offering the styling, comfort, power, space, and design that is ideal for young families and dynamic professionals. The Santana GTS variant also features the 1.5-liter MPI gasoline engine with BlueMotion Technology and a 6-Speed automatic transmission and offers attractive features such as ESP, sunroof, cruise control, rear PDC, multi-information display, front side airbags, roof rail, and 372 liters of trunk space.

The Volkswagen Lavida 230 TSI DSG SE is the ideal sedan for corporate managers who value the safety and comfort of their family, yet still seek that power and passion in their drive both behind the wheel and their office desks. Mated to a 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) transmission, the Lavida’s 1.4-liter Turbo Fuel-Injected engine with BlueMotion Technology churns out 128 hp (130 PS) at 5,000 rpm and 225 Nm of torque at 1,400 to 3,500 rpm. It is equipped with leather seats, cruise control, Climatronic air conditioning, Push Start/Stop, sunroof, front dual and side airbags, ESP with Brake Assist, Electronic Differential Lock, Anti Slip Regulation (ASR), hill start assist, and front and rear PDC.

With its elegant looks and smooth ride, the Volkswagen Lamando 280 TSI DSG SE and SEL is the sedan for the corporate executive who values stability both in his ride, his family, and in his company. Powered by a 1.4-liter Turbo Fuel-Injected engine with BlueMotion Technology that generates 148 hp (150 PS) at 5,000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque at 1,750 to 3,000 rpm, the Lamando SE cruises effortlessly with standard features that include leather seats, panoramic sunroof, KESSY, push start system, LED headlamps, App-Connect, front dual and side airbags, ESP, electronic parking brake, rear PDC and rear camera, while the SEL variant offers Adaptive Cruise Control with Front Assist, Active Info Display, 9.2-inch infotainment system and head curtain airbags on top.

Lazada Philippines makes it easy for online buyers to purchase a Volkswagen with these 4 easy steps:

1. Purchase a vehicle reservation voucher on the Volkswagen Philippines LazMall Store.
2. Wait for a SMS, e-mail and app notification once transaction is completed.
3. Call your preferred dealership to confirm your vehicle order.
4. Redeem the voucher in your preferred dealership and settle the remaining balance, and then drive home with your new Volkswagen vehicle.

All processes are safe, as codes are dealership generated, unique, and secured under the Lazada Seller Platform. Since June 21, 2020 Lazada and Volkswagen Philippines have been offering a reservation voucher of P5,000 for all Volkswagen models.

For more information, visit Volkswagen’s Lazada Store at https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/volkswagen-philippines, visit facebook.com/VolkswagenPhilippines, log in at volkswagen.com.ph, or call the following Volkswagen authorized dealerships: Volkswagen BGC at (02) 8558-5888 or (02) 8558-5819; Volkswagen Quezon Avenue at (02) 8558-5818 or (0917) 501-7677; Volkswagen Pampanga at (45) 961-1895; Volkswagen Alabang at (02) 8558-5807 or (0906) 508-6557 or (0998) 841-2925; Volkswagen Santa Rosa at (0917) 769-7676; Volkswagen Cebu at (32) 517-8226 or (0906) 292-8315; Volkswagen Iloilo at (33) 331-2622; Volkswagen Bacolod at (034) 435-7575; and Volkswagen Cagayan de Oro at (088) 851-7960 or (0906) 416-2108.