- Skoda Auto Volkswagen India will have a petrol-only portfolio in the BS6 era.
- The existing 1.5-litre TDI, 2.0-litre TDI and 3.0-litre TDI engines will face the axe.
- Skoda and VW are offering heavy discounts to clear diesel model inventory.
- Diesel-only models, Tiguan and Kodiaq, will come with a new petrol engine.
. However, if you're waiting for a new Skoda, Volkswagen or an Audi TDI model, we have some disappointing news for you. The entire VW Group is planning to get rid of diesel models in the BS6 era. Yes, you read that right.
Upcoming cars from the that's likely to develop 115PS.
On the other hand, that'll replace the existing 1.8-litre TSI and 2.0-litre TDI engine. Even Audi India has reported that it will launch petrol and electric models in the country in the BS6 era. For reference, the recently launched A6 and the upcoming Q8 don't have a diesel variant.
Currently, it has the 1.5-litre TDI, 2.0-litre TDI and 3.0-litre TDI engines in the country powering various models. These powertrains won't be upgraded to meet BS6 emission norms and will be phased out by April 2020. However, the VW Group could bring back diesel variants in case of healthy demand in the BS6 era. Meanwhile, if you intend to buy a new TDI car, now is the right time as Skoda and VW are offering good discounts on their diesel cars.
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