Volkswagen Lavida 2022 - updated sedan presented in China

The SAIC-Volkswagen joint venture has unveiled an updated version of the third generation VW Lavida for the Chinese market, featuring higher technology and new design features. The Jetta&Chinese cousin inherits the "double face" strategy with two visually distinct front end options in the range. Starting on the exterior, the MQB-based sedan gets a redesigned front end with a wider grille, modern LED headlights, new bumper air intakes and more chrome. The Star Edition received a different grille pattern, tinted headlights and a sportier bumper reminiscent of R-Line models with gloss black accents. The profile of the 2022 Volkswagen Lavida is identical to the pre-facelift model, aside from the new wheel design. At the rear, the redesigned bumper features a more pronounced diffuser-style insert surrounded by chrome while integrating full-width reflectors. The LED taillights also get fresh graphics, while the sporty Star Edition features a spoiler finished in high-gloss black to match the mirror caps and roof. It can be seen from the official photos that the facelift model does not differ much from the pre-reform Lavida in terms of dimensions, which means that the length will be close to 4670 mm. Aside from any visual changes, the most welcome changes are found inside the cabin thanks to an upgraded dashboard. The highlight is the larger "floating" infotainment touchscreen paired with a digital instrument cluster. The steering wheel is also new, with interior lighting and new...