The facelifted Teramont X, a significantly revised variant of the Atlas Cross Sport built by SAIC for the Chinese market, was revealed by Volkswagen in China. The premiere comes after an earlier leak from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information.
The facelifted Teramont X, a significantly revised variant of the Atlas Cross Sport built by SAIC for the Chinese market, was revealed by Volkswagen in China. The premiere comes after an earlier leak from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information.
The Teramont X, first released in 2019, is one of the several SUVs produced by the German firm in China, as well as a sportier-looking version of the normal Teramont (Atlas). When the latter was refreshed in 2021, we expected the same visual modifications to be carried over to the Teramont X, which had only gotten minor trim updates at the time.
While the SUV’s silhouette is nearly identical to the North American Atlas Cross Sport, the cosmetic modifications at the front are rather significant, letting the Chinese model stand out more. The car seen is a high-spec R-Line trim with high-gloss black accents all across the bodywork, 21-inch black-finished five-spoke wheels, and red brake callipers.
VW designers appear to have employed the “duplicate” tool on the headlights, with split units on each side showcasing matrix LED designs inspired by computer chip modules. The grille has been updated as well, with a single light strip in the centre. Last but not least, the redesigned bumper features larger linked intakes surrounded by traditional R gloss black trim.
The new Teramont X is differentiated at the rear by a new glossy black panel that integrates the full-width taillights with modern LED graphics, the illuminated VW logo, and Teramont X branding in the centre. The stylish rear bumper now has a glossy black accent and false exhaust pipes beneath the large reflector lights. VW has introduced a new exterior colour called Wilderness Green.
The aesthetic alterations had little effect on the SUV’s dimensions, which are 4,917 mm (193.6 inches) long, 1,989 mm (78.3 inches) wide, and 1,729 mm (68. (stylerecap) 1 inches) tall with a wheelbase of 2,980 mm (117.3 inches). SAIC VW did not provide inside photographs, but we expect a 10. (provigil online) 2-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen, and a familiar three-spoke steering wheel from the ID series of cars to be brought over.
The press release didn’t mention any changes in the powertrains, which will likely be carried over. The pictured 530 V6 flagship is fitted with the 2.5-liter VR6 petrol engine producing 295 hp (220 kW / 299 PS). Power is transmitted to all four wheels through a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox, hence the 4Motion emblem at the back. The Teramont X will also be available with the smaller 2.0 TSI four-cylinder engine, producing either 217 hp (162 kW / 220 PS) in the 380 TSI trim, or 183 hp (137 kW / 186 PS) in the entry-level 330 TSI trim.
The facelifted VW Teramont X will be produced by SAIC in China. The local market launch is expected in the coming months.
