SKODA-VW India achieves 15 lakh unit production milestone
SKODA Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has reached a significant production milestone, manufacturing over 15 lakh vehicles in India. This landmark achievement was accomplished at the company's Chakan facility in Pune. The group also announced the production of over 3.80 lakh locally-made engines and more than three lakh units of made-in-India '2.0 products,' further solidifying its presence in the Indian market.
SKODA-VW India's portfolio and export achievements
The company's portfolio includes over 300,000 units of models such as the Kushaq, Taigun, Slavia, and Virtus. The engine manufacturing division of the group also celebrates a decade of operations with over 380,000 units produced. Notably, over 30% of these made-in-India models are exported abroad. This highlights SKODA-VW India's significant contribution to the global market from its Indian operations.
SKODA-VW India's journey and current production
The Volkswagen Group initiated its local operations in India in 2007 with the SKODA Fabia being the first locally made car to roll out from the Chakan facility. Over time, it has produced now-discontinued models like the SKODA Rapid, Volkswagen Polo, Vento, and Ameo. Currently, the Chakan facility is engaged in producing India 2.0 products including Kushaq, Taigun, Slavia, and Virtus. These vehicles are based on the MQB-A0-IN platform that was specifically designed for India.
SKODA-VW India's engine manufacturing and export operations
The group began local engine manufacturing operations in 2015 with the production of a 1.5-liter TDI diesel engine for the then Polo hatchback model. As it celebrates a decade of engine manufacturing at its Chakan facility, it has produced a total of 380,000 engines in India. The facility has also manufactured a 2.0-liter TDI diesel and both a 1.0-liter and a 1.2 MPI petrol engines here in India, contributing to the company's diverse portfolio.
