tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post2569272957610886908..comments2024-03-28T20:53:14.895+08:00Comments on CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices: Review: 2021 Volkswagen T-Cross 180 MPI SEUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-48526900615073828032022-07-13T19:58:21.194+08:002022-07-13T19:58:21.194+08:00It was supposed to be a standard feature for the S...It was supposed to be a standard feature for the SE, but the feature has been turned off for the Philippine market.<br /><br />Geature hasn't been given the go-signal from Volkswagen Global. In short, autonomous emergency braking isn't available for our market yet.<br /><br />Once the feature has been approved for our market, VW PH will be able to activate it via a software upgrade.Ulysses Anghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863291552170192774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-33848974446028322682022-07-13T19:31:09.503+08:002022-07-13T19:31:09.503+08:00Is autonomous emergency braking available for both...Is autonomous emergency braking available for both S and SE variants?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-14717973424186189392022-03-02T06:27:04.680+08:002022-03-02T06:27:04.680+08:00Is the S variant lighter than the SE? By how much?...Is the S variant lighter than the SE? By how much?KAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10542877266978089141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-23420433129207897222022-02-10T18:55:32.769+08:002022-02-10T18:55:32.769+08:00Going back to this article in Feb. 2022.
The T Cro...Going back to this article in Feb. 2022.<br />The T Cross was not the bestseller VW Philippines expected it to be ☹️<br />441 vehicle sales for the whole of 2021 (up from 177 in 2020, but still...)<br />I'm sad as a VW fan ☹️<br />- Mark J.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08435303704550404793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-50370953398285764642021-11-15T02:09:16.828+08:002021-11-15T02:09:16.828+08:00The T-Cross is well positioned to compete against ...The T-Cross is well positioned to compete against Geely CoolRay, Chery Tiggo7 Pro and MG ZS Turbo. But it's only let down by its Anemic engine. They should have brought the 1.4Turbo Gas engine of it's brother Tiguan. A perfect match against the competition.Ledhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00349242276461768992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-18199202694507898002021-11-03T14:35:57.975+08:002021-11-03T14:35:57.975+08:00That all depends, actually. If VW wants to make a ...That all depends, actually. If VW wants to make a splash locally, they should continue to spec their vehicles like the T-Cross. If VW has learned their lesson, future models from VW will have better spec than they do now.Ulysses Anghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863291552170192774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-13039725385697663912021-11-03T14:19:44.287+08:002021-11-03T14:19:44.287+08:00Glad I asked. Thanks, Ulysses. Hope this is approv...Glad I asked. Thanks, Ulysses. Hope this is approved for our market. Having autonomous emergency braking at this price point could set the T Cross apart from the competition and convince buyers that this model is great value. However, could it be that making this available to the T Cross could make this feature less of a premium and a differentiator from other more expensive VW models?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-31721994574066348202021-11-01T14:47:39.281+08:002021-11-01T14:47:39.281+08:00Good spot. The feature is present in the T-Cross S...Good spot. The feature is present in the T-Cross SE but it's permanently turned off. <br /><br />When I quizzed Volkswagen PH about it, they said that the feature hasn't been given the go-signal from Volkswagen Global. In short, autonomous emergency braking isn't available for our market yet.<br /><br />Once the feature has been approved for our market, VW PH will be able to activate it via a software upgrade.Ulysses Anghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863291552170192774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-70838461648556633282021-11-01T14:39:07.643+08:002021-11-01T14:39:07.643+08:00Does the T Cross have automatic emergency braking?...Does the T Cross have automatic emergency braking? I checked the brochure/ spec sheet but didn’t see it there. It’s also not mentioned here. However, some/other local reviews day it does.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-157130997472566332021-10-27T16:38:30.532+08:002021-10-27T16:38:30.532+08:00Bring back the Golf.Bring back the Golf.Randomguy101https://www.blogger.com/profile/12861774267077217291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-46211588356263452732021-10-27T16:25:51.638+08:002021-10-27T16:25:51.638+08:00After a 5 sec google search, its not. My bad. but ...After a 5 sec google search, its not. My bad. but they doo look oddly similar. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-58529804739143065582021-10-27T16:20:04.783+08:002021-10-27T16:20:04.783+08:00Kia under Hyundai has been really looking upmarket...Kia under Hyundai has been really looking upmarket compared to what it was before at least. The upcoming KIA sportage and sorento also looks far better than the Hyundai tucson and santa fe for me. Anyways, KIA and Hyundai has been mum lately about their upcoming models, are they waiting for the PH Korea FTA to be enforced? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-69892344244699080262021-10-27T16:12:51.267+08:002021-10-27T16:12:51.267+08:00Wait. Is this the same car as the Changan CS35?Wait. Is this the same car as the Changan CS35?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-67013801829867402702021-10-26T15:52:52.635+08:002021-10-26T15:52:52.635+08:00Yes they did. But then again, you can't let a ...Yes they did. But then again, you can't let a good opportunity pass. Getting Kia was a good move for AC Motors. It's doing better than VW or Maxus at the moment.Ulysses Anghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863291552170192774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-48063996174379279152021-10-26T15:28:18.425+08:002021-10-26T15:28:18.425+08:00ampangit kasi ng taxation system natin -- based on...ampangit kasi ng taxation system natin -- based on the whole car price, not on the engine specs which benefits emissions. that's why accessories and other features are also affected. less features = low prices.Monnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-63666233041121078932021-10-26T15:21:29.834+08:002021-10-26T15:21:29.834+08:00Interesting info there, but didn't they acquir...Interesting info there, but didn't they acquire VW before Kia? They must have thought VW will be their mainstream brand, but Kia is better suited for that.<br /><br />It's unwise to have 2 brands under a group covering the same market. Especially considering they are renovating the Honda BGC space into an AC motors showroom (where customers can cross-shop their brands).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-78466436747998581022021-10-26T14:36:47.673+08:002021-10-26T14:36:47.673+08:00Actually, it makes sense. VW will never be accepte...Actually, it makes sense. VW will never be accepted as a budget brand here. Those who're old enough to remember the era of the Beetle probably won't even buy a brand-new VW anyway.<br /><br />They should have gone mainstream premium versus Subaru/Mazda/Peugeot/high-end Honda/Toyota. It makes more sense for them. Unfortunately, part of the reason why Ayala got the distributorship was that they promised volume...they weren't going niche. If VW approved the niche strategy, the distributorship might have gone to someone else entirely.Ulysses Anghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863291552170192774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-79285344394830626522021-10-26T14:33:51.201+08:002021-10-26T14:33:51.201+08:00In other markets, they're the defeat switch fo...In other markets, they're the defeat switch for the clearance sensors, the activated switch for the park assist, and the AWD modes.Ulysses Anghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863291552170192774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-16700526093835846082021-10-26T13:13:10.389+08:002021-10-26T13:13:10.389+08:00I assume the blank buttons are for the R-line vers...I assume the blank buttons are for the R-line version. Just like the local Seltos w/ all those blank buttons (since it's offered w/ all the bells and whistles in other countries). Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-79658242558081858292021-10-26T13:08:44.360+08:002021-10-26T13:08:44.360+08:00Good points, my message is that they should aim fo...Good points, my message is that they should aim for the non-mainstream buyers. <br /><br />As stated in the article, VW are embarking on a new strategy. 1st step to this is admitting they failed in their previous try by going all out. <br /><br />If I was with VW, next step is removing the santanas, lavidas etc. (leave the mainstream market to KIA and Honda). Don't offer PPVs and Trucks (leave that to Isuzu, Maxus) and focus on the niche markets (premium vans - Kombi, 7-seater SUV ala Tiguan, R-line models). Then import it from SAIC-China to get better tax rates. It's a good way to differentiate the brand from existing players and sister brands.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-59973762834608590862021-10-26T12:12:47.420+08:002021-10-26T12:12:47.420+08:00weird play by VW here. no automatic aircon??? remi...weird play by VW here. no automatic aircon??? reminds me of first gen vios. vioses these days even have automatic ac.<br /><br />also, looks like lots of features were omitted to bring the price down. ang daming blank buttons hahaha. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-15523466812200662382021-10-26T12:05:07.633+08:002021-10-26T12:05:07.633+08:00To Anonymous October 25, 2021 at 2:03 PM
i don...To Anonymous October 25, 2021 at 2:03 PM<br /><br />i don't think VW PH is after the low-premium market. VW aiming for a low-premium is the people's (including you) perception, but not what VW PH wants. why do you think Fernando Zobel De Ayala himself presented a 600k-car few years ago? VW is supposed to be not premium (people's car, remember?). it was priced a bit premium here in PH because of the importation and taxes from Mexico and other parts of the world with the Jettas, Passat, other global nameplates. i think here in PH, VW cars maybe the next step for Honda/Toyota/Mitsu/Nissan/Isuzu car owners, but def not the next step for Mazda and Subaru. Mazda and Subaru owners can graduate to a VW car by getting an Audi.<br /><br />VW here in PH under AC actually makes sense, people can't get wrong with trying it out a new brand after a Honda and Isuzu (which Ayala owns dealerships of)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-79932317191994803192021-10-26T00:10:52.929+08:002021-10-26T00:10:52.929+08:00Coolrsy is a better deal but t-cross offers someth...Coolrsy is a better deal but t-cross offers something different with its NA engine and different style. <br /><br />It's always welcome that consumers have various options to choose from that suits our needs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-87721157799735772492021-10-26T00:08:03.316+08:002021-10-26T00:08:03.316+08:00Cool story bro. Anyway the comment is for mature c...Cool story bro. Anyway the comment is for mature conversations anyway who are way beyond discussing brand wars or dissing other brands online for lelz.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521223446245210239.post-57054181867733898302021-10-25T22:33:53.367+08:002021-10-25T22:33:53.367+08:00Geely coolray is the trump winner in its class, at...Geely coolray is the trump winner in its class, at least for a china made sub conpact suv. The sales figures doesnt lie..The t cross is a hu humm so so offering.. boring is an understatement.blahblahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16706358856950453994noreply@blogger.com