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Volkswagen Compact Pickup Stands Out for Simplicity and Efficiency in the Brazilian Market
According to autoesporte, with over four decades of history, the Saveiro is established as one of the most resilient compact pickups in the Brazilian automotive market. In 2024, the pickup celebrates 42 years of continuous production, a milestone that few vehicles have achieved in the country. The Robust version, in particular, stands out for its no-frills approach and focus on functionality, earning the title of the most affordable truck in Brazil.
The Evolution of Saveiro and the Challenge of Fiat Strada
The journey of the Saveiro is marked by constant updates, with the most recent occurring in August last year. This third revamp in fifteen years aims to keep the pickup competitive against its main competitor, the Fiat Strada. Although the Strada leads sales with impressive figures, Volkswagen doubled its sales in 2023 compared to the previous year, thanks to the inherited reliability and the renewal of the 2024 line.
Capacity and Performance
| Specification | Volkswagen Saveiro Robust CS 2024 | Fiat Strada Endurance |
| Engine | 1.6 MSI 16V flex | 1.4 Fire |
| Power (E) | 116 hp at 5,750 rpm | 107 hp |
| Torque (E) | 16.1 kgfm at 4,000 rpm | 14.2 kgfm |
| Transmission | Manual, 5 speeds | Manual, 5 speeds |
| Steering | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Front Suspension | Independent, McPherson | Independent, McPherson |
| Rear Suspension | Twisted beam | Rigid axle with semi-elliptic springs |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid | Drums |
| Tires | 205/60 R15 | 195/65 R15 |
| Fuel Tank | 55 liters | 55 liters |
| Weight | 1,076 kg | 1,137 kg |
| Multimedia Center | Not available | Not available |
| Bed | 924 liters | 1,354 liters |
| Load Capacity | 664 kg | 720 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 400 kg | Not specified |
The Volkswagen Saveiro Robust Single Cab is a true work pickup. It offers a bed with a capacity of 924 liters and can carry up to 664 kg, figures that, although lower than those of the Fiat Strada Endurance, are compensated by Saveiro’s more powerful engine. The 1.6 MSI 16V flex engine delivers 116 hp and 16.1 kgfm of torque, surpassing Strada’s 107 hp and 14.2 kgfm. Additionally, the driving dynamics of Volkswagen’s compact is enhanced, especially when unloaded, thanks to the refined adjustment of the rear suspension.
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Design and Comfort: Volkswagen Saveiro vs Fiat Strada
Although the Saveiro Robust is a configuration aimed at fleet users, and thus devoid of luxuries like a radio or power steering, it still offers amenities such as air conditioning, power windows, and rear parking sensors. The interior design may hark back to 2009 with its simple finish, but the functionality remains unquestionable.
Saveiro with Competitive Price, Really?
The most intriguing aspect of the Volkswagen Saveiro Robust 2024 is not the absence of certain items or its modest finish, but rather its competitive price. Although the official price is close to R$ 100,000, the market reality is different, with significant discounts offered by Volkswagen, especially for business owners and rural producers. In comparison, the Fiat Strada Endurance has a higher starting price, despite both models being similar in terms of simplicity and design.
The Saveiro Robust 2024 may have received only a minor renewal, but it was enough to inject new life into the veteran pickup. It remains to be seen how far this longevity will extend, but one thing is certain, the Volkswagen Saveiro continues to be a robust and reliable choice for those seeking an efficient and affordable compact pickup.
Para passear , Saveiro. Para trabalhar sem dúvidas Strada. Para passear ranger ou S10 , para serviço de verdade, Hilux.
A estrada é deixo de mola e não amortecedor. A demais o motor fire é indestrutível.
Nunca Compare uma Saveiro com uma Fiat Strada que anda Anos Luz na Frente Saveiro em Tudo, quando VW Lançar uma Saveiro que venha competir com a Strada aí vocês fazem uma Matéria de verdade por que hoje a Saveiro passa Longe de ser concorrente direta da Strada.