The next-generation Volkswagen Amarok
wasn’t the only model that was shown at the carmaker’s annual media conference,
as the upcoming Nivus was also seen among the slides presented at the event.
The crossover, which has been teased in
the past, will be introduced in Brazil this year before making its way to
Europe in 2021. Dubbed the “New Urban Coupe” when first announced, the Nivus
rides on the automaker’s MQB A0 platform and is said to feature a 1.0 litre TSI
engine that sends drive to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic or manual
transmission – this is for the Brazilian market.
The uncovered photo shown during the
presentation reveals the Nivus will have an exterior design inspired by the
T-Cross, albeit with a few notable differences. Based on the frontal shot of
the vehicle, the design of the Nivus’ bonnet and front bumper looks to be more
dynamic, complementing the sloped roofline that serves to create a sleeker side
profile.
While there are no shots of the interior
for now, Volkswagen has already given us a glimpse of the cabin, which again,
isn’t unlike the T-Cross. Features include the latest VW Play infotainment
system, along with park assist, automatic stop-start and an electric powered
tailgate.
