New Volkswagen Nivus: this is how the hybrid SUV arriving in 2027 will be

The entry-level version would feature a mild hybrid system of 48 volts. In that configuration, the turbo engine would deliver around 150 horsepower and would be paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Above it would be a full hybrid (HEV) variant, with a combined power close to 170 HP and a DSG dual-clutch transmission with seven gears.

What changes the design of the Volkswagen Nivus would have

According to various Brazilian sources, the future Volkswagen Nivus will maintain a close relationship with the Volkswagen T-Roc sold in Europe.

This model measures approximately 4.37 meters in length, so the next generation of the Nivus will position itself above the current model.

As development tests continue, Volkswagen is preparing for a new phase with prototypes that will already incorporate the final bodywork. When these units begin to circulate on roads and streets, it will be possible to know the final design of the new crossover with greater precision.

During the development phase, Volkswagen is also using units of the current Nivus and the Virtus adapted to validate mechanical components and new engineering solutions.

The hybrid versions will be one of the main novelties

One of the most significant changes will be the incorporation of electrification systems. The new Volkswagen Nivus would be one of the first regional models from the brand to use the 1.5 TSI Evo2 engine with hybrid technology.

The future Volkswagen Nivus is set to launch in the second half of 2027 with an increase in dimensions and new hybrid engines.

The next generation of the SUV will be part of the Saga Project and will mark a new phase for the regional range of Volkswagen in South America.

What the new Volkswagen Nivus prepared by the brand will be like

The new generation of the Volkswagen Nivus is advancing in its development and aims to become one of the brand's main launches in the region.

The coupé-style SUV will undergo a complete renewal, with larger dimensions, an evolved platform, and the incorporation of electrified technologies.

The new Volkswagen Nivus would grow in size

The production of the future Volkswagen Nivus is scheduled for the second half of 2027, as part of the Saga Project, which includes the development of two new SUVs aimed at South America.

According to initial information, the model will increase both its length and wheelbase. The architecture would reference the 2.65 meters of the Volkswagen Virtus, aiming to provide a more spacious cabin and improve rear passenger space.