VW Made Weird Truck From Virtus sedan and Taigun SUV

By Kevin Joseph September 26, 2024

This vehicle, known simply as the "Pickup Truck," is a one-of-a-kind creation.

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They created the truck by merging the VW Taigun SUV and the VW Virtus sedan.

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The mechatronics students put together the truck, adding an extra-long rear overhang to it.

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Did you know that Volkswagen has more than just the Amarok pickup truck? There's also a smaller model called the Saveiro that you can find in Latin America.

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So, this pickup truck was made in India by Skoda Auto Volkswagen India. So, this project was-

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actually part of the Student Car Project, and it got some backing from the "Skill India" program. Students collaborated with the Skoda and VW teams in India.

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The truck used a lot of parts from other products to save on costs. The project was based on the Taigun crossover and the Virtus sedan.

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We 3D-printed some new parts to combine with the borrowed components. The students went ahead and added a snorkel, some fender flares, and plastic body cladding to give it that rugged vibe.

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The Pickup Truck sits up higher thanks to a suspension lift and has an LED light bar on the roof for some extra flair.

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It features some really cool body graphics and has these chunky tires on wheels that look like beadlocks.

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The rear overhang is definitely a downside since it wasn't initially made to be a pickup.

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These students have been busy! Last year, they also worked on a four-door convertible.

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