Beyond slight cosmetic changes, the Volkswagen Sharan evolves to add much of the latest technology and presented in the new Passat. In a range of engines 15% more efficient, will add advanced new safety systems and the current maximum connectivity to become one of the most sophisticated MPVs. world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, will arrive in Spain in July.

At first glance, not many changes announced introduces the new Volkswagen Sharan, whose second generation debuted in late 2010. A redesigned grille, new LED taillights with a striking profile bright and attractive wheel designs attempt to keep the image of a MPV already sold more than 800,000 units, most of them in Europe and China, its major markets. However, a more thorough review of the updated family, we discover significant progress in terms of technology.

moment does not welcome the new MQB modular platform of the German group, but, following the line marked by their latest products, especially the new Passat, Sharan today if you add some of its most Important security systems, unpublished category. For starters, the minivan will offer and Serial the new multiple brake anticollisions, avoiding hazardous movements of the car after clashes chain. Beside him, also for the first time, you can mount the “Front Assist” system can automatically slow the car in town at speeds up to 30 km / h.

For the first time, the Volkswagen Sharan can equip from adaptive cruise control (ACC) to electric parking brake as standard with function “Auto Hold” assistant automatic parking Park Assist 3.0 (And also includes “Exit Assist” to warn the driver of car approaching from the side during reversing maneuvers), detector dead angle and to the 2nd generation Modular Infotainment System (MIB) of the VW group. Thanks to him, the available touch screens in the new Sharan (5 or 6.5 inches) offer the highest degree of connectivity market. The platform “App Connect” with functions Mirror Link, Android Auto and Apple carplay, allow full connection between phone and car. faster processors and higher resolutions complete the system.

new engines

Alongside these technological innovations, Volkswagen also used to renew the range of engines for the new Sharan. And all Euro6, supercharged and direct injection, They claim to be from now up to 15 percent more efficient than before, and both diesel and gasoline.

In gasoline, the new Volkswagen Sharan provide a mechanical 1.4 TSI 150 hp and a renewed 2.0 TSI 220, ie, the latter with 20 hp more than before. already Diesel, will open the range one 1.6 TDI 115 hp (The only one that can not be associated with the automatic gearbox DSG), which will accompany two separate 2.0 TDI, one with 150 hp (10 more than before and alone can alternatively combined with overall 4MOTION) Y one with 184 hp (up to 7 more). DSG automatic gearbox, incidentally, also added from now efficiently driving the sailing, able to decouple the engine when lifting off the throttle).

Inside, Volkswagen also announced a more noble atmosphere in his new Volkswagen Sharan. Three new colors for dashboard and doors (Platinum Gray, Black and Bright Oak Mirror), modified steering wheels, new optional massage function for seats with 12 adjustment positions or configure a new leather interior care.

Although not yet confirmed for the Spanish market, Volkswagen will complete the launch of its new Sharan with two custom special models: Sharan and Sharan Ocean Beach which, apart from paint, tires and specific moldings, they come equipped with the latest safety and infotainment systems standard. What will not change the new VW Sharan is the possibility of offering versions of 5, 6 or 7 seats, always with (optionally automatic) sliding rear doors, with second row always also sliding and reclining backs up to 20 degrees. The Spanish market officially arrive in July, but since May and will take orders.

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