Volkswagen On CNG Cars, JSW Partnership And India's Auto Market Outlook

Volkswagen India is gearing up for its next phase of growth, with a new sub-four-metre SUV planned for 2027 and CNG emerging as a powertrain option under evaluation. The company is also exploring potential business synergies with JSW following the signing of a non-binding MoU.

In an exclusive conversation with Business Today TV, Nitin Kohli, Brand Director, Volkswagen India, discusses the brand's growth strategy, upcoming products, alternative powertrains and outlook for the Indian automobile market.

Kohli explains why Volkswagen is evaluating CNG for the medium term while identifying battery electric vehicles (BEVs) as a longer-term priority. He also discusses the potential of the proposed JSW partnership, the refreshed Taigun's sales performance, festive-season expectations and Volkswagen's plans to expand its dealership network.

He shares his outlook for India's passenger vehicle market, which he expects could grow by 15–16% in the current year, and addresses Volkswagen's position on E20 fuel compatibility and E25 compliance.