Slotting in above the normally aspirated 1.6-litre Crew Bus, the Trendline comes powered by a 1.0 TSI that produces 75kW/175Nm, and which comes mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 5.6-litres/100km.
In terms of equipment, the newcomer comes as standard with the 6.5-inch touchscreen Composition Media infotainment system, heated electrically adjustable mirrors, 16-inch Bendigo alloy wheels, daytime running LEDs, black roof rails, a leather wrapped steering wheel, static cornering lights, height adjustable front seats, electric windows and climatic air conditioning.
From the options list, buyers can add front and rear Park Distance Control with a reverse camera, blacked-out taillight clusters, bi-xenon headlights with separate LEDs as part of the Light & Sight Package, cruise control, a multi-function steering wheel, removable towbar and the option of barn-style rear doors, which however eliminates the camera option.
A three year/120 000km warranty and three year/60 000km service plan are included in the R306 300 asking price.
