The Volkswagen Lavida is a compact car produced by Volkswagen, debuted in 2008 at Auto China in Beijing. It is recognized as the first Volkswagen small family car primarily designed by its Chinese partner. The first-generation model, known as Typ 18, was built on the Volkswagen Group PQ34 platform, with competition from a similar model produced by FAW-Volkswagen known as the Bora.

Key Points:
1. Launch and Success: The Lavida was introduced in 2008 at Auto China in Beijing and quickly became a bestseller in China, with 251,615 units sold in 2010.
2. Design Collaboration: This model marked the first time a Volkswagen small family car was predominantly designed by its Chinese partner, showcasing collaboration in the automotive industry.
3. Platform and Competition: The first-generation Lavida utilized the Volkswagen Group PQ34 platform and competed with the FAW-Volkswagen Bora in the Chinese market.
4. Engine Options: Two engine choices were available at launch – a 1.6-liter and a 2.0-liter – providing consumers with options based on their preferences for performance and fuel efficiency.

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