What are the differences between Santana and Lavida?

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SanDaniela
07/29/25 11:07pm
Santana and Lavida are both compact sedans under SAIC Volkswagen, with the biggest difference being that Lavida is slightly higher-end than Santana. The specific differences are as follows: 1. Vehicle pricing: Lavida is priced higher than Santana. 2. Vehicle power: Santana is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine across the lineup, delivering a maximum horsepower of 110 hp, maximum power of 81 kW, and maximum torque of 150 N・m. Lavida, in addition to the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, also offers a 1.2L turbocharged engine and a 1.4L turbocharged engine as options. Among them, the 1.2L turbocharged engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 116 hp, maximum power of 85 kW, and maximum torque of 200 N・m. The 1.4L turbocharged engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 150 hp, maximum power of 110 kW, and maximum torque of 250 N・m. 3. Body dimensions: Santana's body dimensions are 4475*1706*1469 mm; Lavida's body dimensions are 4670*1806*1474 mm.
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