Volkswagen Truck & Bus enters van market with new VW Tempest range

Volkswagen Truck & Bus is expanding its product portfolio with the launch of the VW Tempest, a new family of vans and light commercial vehicles developed for the Brazilian market. The introduction marks the company’s entry into a new vehicle segment, complementing its established truck and bus operations.

According to the manufacturer, the project required an investment of approximately R$300 million and has already generated sales of more than 1,000 vehicles ahead of the official market launch.

The new range is the result of a partnership with SAIC Maxus, the Chinese manufacturer specialising in light commercial vehicles. Volkswagen Truck & Bus reports that the vehicles have undergone more than 250 technical modifications and adaptations to over 50 industrial processes. The validation programme included more than 1.5 million kilometres of testing.

Four models for different commercial applications

The VW Tempest family comprises four models, available in more than ten versions, with different lengths, heights and equipment configurations.

The Cargo is designed for goods transportation, while the Window offers a glazed body suitable for conversions. The Minibus can accommodate up to 15 passengers plus the driver, while the Truck is a chassis-cab version intended for different body applications.

To support the introduction of the new range, Volkswagen Truck & Bus is developing a network of more than 150 VW Van Centers across Brazil, integrated into its existing dealership structure. Additional dealerships dedicated exclusively to vans and utility vehicles are also planned.

The company has also established a Delivery Quality Center near its Resende manufacturing facility, where vehicles undergo final preparation and inspection before being delivered to dealerships.

Expansion to Argentina planned for 2027

Following its introduction in Brazil, the VW Tempest range is scheduled to enter the Argentinian market in the first half of 2027, supported by a dedicated sales and after-sales network.

The new vehicles will be marketed under the Volkswagen Truck & Bus brand, which is part of the TRATON Group and operates separately from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, the European manufacturer of models such as the Transporter, Crafter and ID. Buzz.