On September 29, SAIC Volkswagen held a technology launch for the Pro family. The company announced upgrades for the Pro family’s smart cockpit and driver assistance features. The Touareg Pro, Passat Pro, and Tiguan L Pro models now include the advanced dual-vision system and IQ.Pilot driver assistance system. These upgrades provide reliable driving support and enhance human-machine interaction, delivering an “ultra-smooth, ultra-reliable, and ultra-carefree” driving experience. Today, the Touareg Pro, Passat Pro, and Tiguan L Pro officially launched. The 2026 Touareg Pro starts at 259,900 yuan (36510$). The 2026 Passat Pro starts at 169,900 yuan (23860$). The 2026 Tiguan L Pro has a limited-time price of 192,900 yuan (27090$). All models come with a free lifetime warranty. The top model of the Volkswagen IQ.Pilot enhanced driver assistance system is free, while other models offer it as an optional upgrade for 5,000 yuan (700$). SAIC Volkswagen, a pioneer of the “oil-electric synergy” strategy, began planning for the coordinated development of fuel and new energy vehicles two years ago. The company partnered with top firms like Zhuoyue and launched the Pro family models. SAIC Volkswagen and Zhuoyue developed a nonlinear optimization control algorithm tailored for fuel vehicle dynamics. They improved hardware cooling and, through collaboration with all related suppliers, established communication protocols and functionality for driver assistance components. This effort enabled the rapid mass production of driver assistance features.
SAIC Volkswagen announced the launch of the 2026 Pro family. This marks the entry into the 2.0 phase of intelligent innovation. The upgrade enhances the IQ.Pilot driving assistance system. It supports high-speed NOA and evolves the smart cabin capabilities, providing fuel vehicle users with an upgraded intelligent experience. The upgraded driving assistance system emphasizes a “human-machine co-driving” philosophy. It places the driver at the core of the driving experience, ensuring perfect synergy between person and vehicle. The system targets cautious drivers, addressing concerns about loss of control in assisted driving. SAIC Volkswagen adheres to strict development standards. It tests and verifies all functions extensively. This ensures each driving feature is safe, reliable, and durable. The system avoids aggressive choices and focuses on safe predictions. The hardware includes a 360° safety perception system and high-precision dual sensors. It does not rely on high-definition maps or LiDAR. The system generates high-precision dense point clouds and offers multimedia content recommendations. It also creates intelligent scene modes. By combining deep thinking with geographic awareness, it enhances travel experiences. It integrates content generation and logical reasoning, responding quickly to simple needs while deeply analyzing complex issues. The smart voice interaction upgrades enhance multi-intent recognition. It supports up to five intent understandings in a single sentence. The smart voice control allows users to adjust the sunroof, windows, air conditioning, seats, ambient lights, fragrance, and screen brightness. The continuous dialogue feature keeps the wake-up state for 0/10/20 seconds, effectively reducing communication barriers. Face ID recognizes users as they enter the vehicle. Users can log into the car account by simply looking at the in-car camera. The system automatically syncs personalized settings, such as seat position, mirror adjustments, and music preferences. Mobile connectivity receives a comprehensive upgrade. It supports remote control via apps, allowing users to pre-cool the car or open windows for ventilation in summer. The digital key offers convenient functions like keyless locking, vehicle control, and key sharing. It fully supports Apple CarPlay, Huawei HiCar, and Baidu CarLife, covering all major mobile ecosystems. This creates seamless integration between the vehicle and smartphones. Notably, SAIC Volkswagen reports over 1.6 million OTA upgrades for gasoline vehicle users this year, making it the leading car manufacturer in China for OTA updates. By the end of the year, it plans to complete 16 OTA upgrades, covering over 4.86 million vehicles. Continuous OTA upgrades enhance the smart cabin experience. The Pro family stays fresh and offers smoother human-machine interaction.