Volkswagen India has launched the Taigun SUV at a starting price of Rs 10.49 lakh that goes all the way to Rs 17.49 lakh for the top-spec variant. The brand has claimed it has already racked up over 12,221 pre-launch bookings in the country.
Sharing its underpinnings with the Skoda Kushaq, the Taigun is available in two broad trims: Dynamic line and Performance Line. While the former is available in three sub-variants – Comfortline, Highline, and Topline, the latter comes in two sub-variants – GT and GT Plus.
VW Taigun Variants | Ex-showroom Price (Introductory) |
| Dynamic Line (1.0-liter variants) | |
| Comfortline | Rs 10.49 lakh |
| Highline | Rs 12.79 lakh (MT), Rs 14.09 lakh (AT) |
| Topline | Rs 14.56 lakh (MT), Rs 15.90 lakh (AT) |
Performance Line (1.5-liter variants) | |
GT | Rs 14.99 lakh (MT) |
GT Plus | Rs 17.49 lakh (DSG) |
MT: Manual Transmission, AT: Automatic, DSG: Direct-shift automatic gearbox (dual-clutch auto transmission)
Volkswagen Taigun – Exterior Design & Dimensions
Similar to the Skoda Kushaq, the Taigun is also based on the MQB-A0 IN platform and comes with two engines options. However, the two SUVs have distinct designs. For starters, the Volkswagen Taigun features a twin-slat chrome grille upfront, flanked by a pair of LED projector headlamps with integrated LED DRLs. Apprehending the fondness for chrome of the Indian customers, the brand has also provided thick chrome strips on both bumpers. The other notable elements include dual-tone alloy wheels, connected LED tail lamps, and prominent black-plastic cladding all around the bottom edge of the SUV.
Talking about its dimensions, the new Volkswagen Taigun is 4,221mm long, 1,760mm wide, and 1,612mm tall. It has a segment's largest wheelbase of 2,651mm. The SUV offers 385-liters of boot space, which can be further increased to 1,405-litres by folding down the rear seats in a 60:40 ratio.
Volkswagen Taigun – Interior & Features
Inside, the Taigun features a minimalistic designed dashboard with silver/red inserts and an integrated 10.1-inch infotainment system. It also features an 8-inch digital driver’s display, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, connected car tech, ambient lighting, cruise control, a single-pane sunroof, keyless entry with push-button start, automatic AC with touch-based control panel, rear AC vents, ventilated front seats (reserved for 1.0L variants), cooled glovebox, wireless smartphone charger, a 6-speaker sound system, auto headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and much more.
Passenger safety is taken care of by six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, hill hold control, tire pressure monitoring system, electronic differential locking, traction control, and rear parking sensors with camera.
Volkswagen Taigun – Color Options
The Taigun is available in five color options: Wild Cherry Red, Curcuma Yellow, Candy White, Reflex Silver, and Carbon Steel Grey.
Volkswagen Taigun – Engine and Gearbox Options
The Taigun is available with two turbocharged petrol engine options: – 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI. While the smaller capacity engine will be available with Dynamic Line trims, the bigger displacement unit will be exclusive to the GT variants. The 1.5-liter unit also comes with active cylinder technology (ACT) that shuts off two cylinders based on driving inputs to increase fuel efficiency. Here's take a look at their specifications: –
Specifications | 1.0-litre TSI petrol | 1.5-litre TSI petrol with ACT |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
Max Power | 115PS | 150PS |
Max Torque | 178Nm | 250Nm |
Gearbox Option | 6-speed manual / 6-speed torque converter automatic | 6-speed manual / 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DSG) |
Volkswagen Taigun – Warranty
Volkswagen Taigun comes with a standard warranty of 4 years/1,00,000 km, which is extendable up to 7 years/1,50,000 km. There are also service value packages on offer, which are priced at Rs 21,999 for the 1.0 TSI MT variants, Rs 23,999 for 1.5 TSI variants, and Rs 27,999 for the 1.0 TSI AT variants.
Volkswagen Taigun – Rivals
The Volkswagen Taigun rivals the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki S-Cross, Nissan Kicks, Renault Duster, Skoda Kushaq, and the upcoming MG Astor. To know what we think of the Taigun, read our first-drive review here.
