The Volkswagen Taigun 5-seater SUV has just been launched at an introductory price range of Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Similar to its sibling rival Skoda Kushaq, it is offered with two turbocharged petrol engines: a 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI, both mated to a 6-speed manual or their individual automatic transmission options. It is available in a total of five variants: Comfortline, Highline, Topline, GT, and GT Plus. The last two trims are only available with the bigger capacity motor. Here's a look at the engine specifications of the VW Taigun: –
Engine Specifications | 1.0-litre TSI petrol | 1.5-litre TSI petrol with Active Cylinder Technology |
| Displacement | 999cc | 1498cc |
No of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
Max Power | 115PS | 150PS |
Peak Torque | 178Nm | 250Nm |
Transmission Option | 6-speed manual / 6-speed torque converter automatic | 6-speed manual / 7-speed DSG (dual-clutch) |
Drivetrain | Front-wheel-drive (FWD) | Front-wheel-drive (FWD) |
| Claimed Mileage | 18.10kmpl (MT), 16.44kmpl (AT) | 18.4kmpl (MT), 17.88kmpl (DSG) |
| Variant Availability | Comfortline (only manual), Highline, Topline | GT (only manual), GT Plus (only DSG) |
| Engine idle Start/Stop | No | Yes |
Volkswagen Taigun – Dimensions
| Lenght | 4,221mm |
| Width | 1,760mm |
| Height | 1,612mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,651mm |
| Ground Clearance | 188mm |
| Boot space | 385L (expandable up to 1,405L) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50L |
Volkswagen Taigun – Colour Options
- Wild Cherry Red
- Curcuma Yellow
- Candy White
- Reflex Silver
- Carbon Steel Grey
Also Read: Volkswagen Taigun: First Drive Review
Volkswagen Taigun – Variant-wise Pricing & Features
Now, let's go through each variant of the Volkswagen Taigun to see which one offers the best value for money.
1. Volkswagen Taigun Comfortline
| 1.0-litre TSI | Price |
| Comfortline | Rs 10.49 lakh (manual) |
Features: –
Exterior: – Chrome strip on the upper part of the grille, dual-chamber halogen headlamps with LED DRLs, black-colored functional roof rails, 16-inch steel wheel with wheel covers, LED tail lamps, silver-finished front & rear diffuser, body-colored door handles, LED turn-indicators in ORVMs.
Interior: – Dual-tone cabin theme, fabric upholstery, driver side footrest, 3D décor on the dashboard, 100% foldable rear bench seat, LEDs for door panel switches, front & rear reading lamps.
Comfort & Convenience: – Height-adjustable headrests (front & rear), front center armrest with storage, manual AC, rear AC vents, all-power windows, front 12V power socket, front seat-back pockets, electrically-foldable outside rearview mirror (ORVMs), remote central locking.
Instrument & Infotainment system: – 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 6-speakers, steering mounted telephony & audio controls, Bluetooth, FM/AM, USB connectivity.
Safety: – Dual-front airbags, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Multi Collision Braking (MCB), Electronic Differential Locking System (EDS), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) with Motor Slip Regulation (MSR), Roll-Over Protection (ROP), brake disc wiping, three-point seat belts for all, ISOFIX child seat mounts, engine immobilizer with floating code system, child door locks, immobilizer, rear parking sensors, speed alert system, manual coming/leaving home lights.
Conclusion – The entry-level Comfortline trim is well loaded, and it is worth considering if you're tight on your budget.
2. Volkswagen Taigun Highline
| 1.0-litre TSI | Manual | Automatic | Premium |
| Highline | Rs 12.79 lakh | Rs 14.09 lakh | +Rs 2.3 lakh (over previous manual trim) |
Features (over Comfortline variant): –
Exterior: – Chrome strip on the lower part of the grille, silver color on roof rails, 16-inch Belmonte alloy wheels, front fog lamps with static cornering lights, shark fin antenna.
Interior: – Amur Grey Satin and Glossy Black décor inserts, chrome accent on AC vents, 60:40 foldable rear seats, driver side window auto up/down with pinch guard.
Comfort & Convenience: – Rear center armrest with cup holders, rear parcel tray, height-adjustable driver's seat, wireless mobile charging, four C-type USB sockets (front + rear), cooled glovebox, power-folding door mirrors, automatic climate control, paddle shifter (AT only).
Instrument & Infotainment system: – 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with inbuilt apps (gaana, SygicTM navigation, Booking.com, audiobooks, and more), wireless connectivity for Apple Carplay & Android Auto, valet mode.
Safety: – Hill start assist (AT only), reversing camera with static guidelines, rear defogger, rear wiper & washer.
Conclusion – While the Taigun Highline variant commands a high premium, it adds the convenience of height-adjustable driver’s seat, cornering lights, wireless smartphone integration support along with wireless and wired charging facilities, rear camera, rear wiper & washer, and much more. For these striking additions, we’d suggest you to shelling out the extra cash.
3. Volkswagen Taigun Topline
| 1.0-litre TSI | Manual | Automatic | Premium |
| Topline | Rs 14.56 lakh | Rs 15.90 lakh | up to Rs 1.81 (over previous trim) |
Features (over Highline variant): –
Exterior: – 3D chrome grille, LED Headlamps with LED DRLs, chrome garnishing on door handles & window bottom line, 17-inch Cassino alloy wheels.
Interior: – Rave Glossy & Trama Pattern décor inserts, leatherette seat upholstery.
Comfort & Convenience: – Cruise control, auto-dimming IRVM, auto coming/leaving home lights, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, push-button start/stop, electric sunroof, and ventilated front seats.
Instrument & Infotainment system: – 8-inch digital instrument cluster.
Safety: – Hill start assist (standard), side & curtain airbags, low tire pressure warning.
Conclusion – The top-spec variant of the Taigun 1.0-litre model truly justifies the price premium it commands over the previous trim. It is suitable for those who want better safety & absolute comfort inside the cabin.
4. Volkswagen Taigun GT
| 1.5-litre TSI | Manual | Premium |
| Topline | Rs 14.99 lakh | Rs 43,000 (over Topline manual trim) Rs 2.2 lakh (over Highline) |
Features (over Highline variant): –
Exterior: – GT badging, chrome badging on the front fender, chrome strip on the grill.
Interior: – Laser red ambient lighting, partial leather upholstery with red stitching, Amur Grey or Dark Red Glossy and Carbon Pattern décor inserts.
Instrument & Infotainment system: – Welcome message on infotainment, MyVolkswagen Connect tech.
Safety: – Hill start assist.
Conclusion – Taigun's GT trim largely shares its features list with the 1.0-liter Highline variant save for notable addition like red highlights, connected car tech, and hill start assist feature. Also, it's the entry-level variant for Taigun's 1.5-liter model.
4. Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus
| 1.5-litre TSI | DSG | Premium |
| Topline | Rs 17.49 lakh | Rs 2.5 lakh (over GT manual trim) Rs 1.5 lakh (over Topline automatic) |
Features (over Topline variant): –
Exterior: – Red-colored front brake calliper, Carbon Steel Grey color painted roof, 17-inch Manila alloy wheels, GT badging, chrome badging on the front fender.
Interior: – Aluminium pedals, Amur Grey or Dark Red Glossy and Carbon Pattern décor inserts.
Instrument & Infotainment system: – MyVolkswagen Connect.
Safety: – Hill start assist.
Conclusion – The top-spec GT Plus variant of the Taigun only comes with a 7-step DSG automatic gearbox, which is good for enthusiast buyers. However, it would have been better if VW had provided this variant with a manual gearbox too.
