[2] The Lamando is positioned as the low-slung version of the Sagitar (Jetta outside China) in the country, as it is the case with the Volkswagen CC to the Passat.

The first-generation Lamando is powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) and 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft; 25 kg⋅m) of torque mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox as the only transmission offered for the vehicle.

[4] In April 2016, a sportier GTS trim was launched with cosmetic upgrades and the 2-litre turbocharged engine from the Golf GTI producing 162 kW (220 PS; 217 hp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft; 36 kg⋅m) of torque,[5] mated to a 7-speed wet-clutch DSG gearbox.

[6] The Lamando was used on the Chinese version of Top Gear as part of the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car segment in the second season, replacing the Ford Focus.

The second generation model continues to be powered by the 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 150 horsepower (112 kW; 152 PS).