Rumour: Volkswagen's upcoming compact sedan to be called Ameo

Earlier this year, we had reported that Volkswagen will be introducing a new compact sedan in India. It was reported that the car could be named Bora or Derby. However, according to a new media report, the car could be called Ameo.

The Ameo is expected to make its debut at the 2016 Auto Expo. It will measure less than 4 metres in lengths and is likely to be powered by the same 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol and the 1.5-litre diesel engines that are used in the Polo. This will allow it to enjoy excise duty benefits. There are rumours that the 1.2-litre TSI petrol engine and the automatic transmission from the Polo GT TSI may be used as well.

The Ameo will compete with other sub-4 metre sedans such as the Ford Figo Aspire, Honda Amaze, Hyundai Xcent, Maruti Suzuki Dzire and Tata Zest. It will be launched in the market during the next calendar year.

Source: Motor Octane

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