Volkswagen Taigun Launched in India | Price, Features, Variants

Volkswagen India has officially launched its highly anticipated SUV-Taigun in the Indian market. The SUV is launched at an introductory price tag of INR 10.49 lakhs in India. 

Volkswagen Taigun Overview

The new Volkswagen Taigun is underpinned by the same platform used by its sibling- the Skoda Kushaq. 

Engine and Performance

Under the hood, the SUV comes with two engine options- 1.0L three-cylinder, TSI petrol engine and 1.5L four-cylinder, TSI petrol engine. The former delivers a peak power of 115bhp alongside a peak torque of 175 Nm. Similarly, the latter generates a power of 148bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque. 

As for the gearing option, a 6-speed manual unit is given as standard, while a 6-speed torque-converter automatic unit and a 7-speed DSG unit are given as two other options. 

Interior 

As for the interior, the car features a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. Moreover, the SUV offers tons of other premium features such as ventilated leather front seats, ambient lighting support, an electric sunroof, wireless charging, smart touch climate control, an 8-inch digital cockpit, and so on. 

The SUV also comes equipped with the MyVolkswagen Connect App that monitors the usage, driving behaviour, live track information, and other information of the car. 

Safety Features

The new Volkswagen Taigun offers more than 40 safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), up to six airbags, multi-collision brakes, ISOFIX, three-point seat belts. Tyre pressure deflation warning system, and so on. 

Dimensions:

• LengthxWidthxHeight (in mm): 4221x1760x1612
• Wheelbase: 2651mm
• Boot Space: 385L
• Ground Clearance: 188mm 
• Fuel Capacity: 50L

 

Variants?

The vehicle is available in Dynamic Line and Performance Line options. The Dynamic Line is available in three variants – Comfortline, Highline, and Topline. On the other hand, the Performance Line is available in two variant options – GT and GT Plus. 

Colors Available: Curcuma Yellow, Wild Cherry Red, Candy White, Reflex Silver, and Carbon Steel Grey. 

 

Taigun Comfortline

Chrome strip on the upper grille

Silver front and rear diffusers

Dual-chamber halogen headlamps with LED DRLs

Black roof rails

Body-coloured ORVMs with LED turn indicators

Body-coloured door handles

16-inch steel wheels

LED tail lights

Dual-tone interior theme

Rear AC vents

Fabric seat upholstery

Front centre arm-rest with sliding and storage function

ABS with EBD

ESC

ASR

Brake disc wiping

Brake assist

Electronic differential lock system

Dual front airbags

Rear parking sensors

Seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Electrically adjustable ORVMs

 

Taigun Highline

Chrome strip on the lower grille

Silver roof rails

16-inch Belmonte alloy wheels

Amur grey satin and Glossy black decor inserts

60:40 split rear seats

Rear centre arm-rest with cup holders

Rear parcel tray

Reverse parking camera

Height-adjustable driver seat

Rear wiper, washer, and defogger

10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless charging

Valet mode

Shark-fin antenna

Two Type-C sockets for the first and second row each

Cooled glove-box

Electrically foldable ORVMs

Automatic climate control

Paddle shifters (AT only)

HSA (AT only)

 

 

Taigun Topline

Cruise control

3D chrome step grille

LED headlamps with LED DRLs

Chrome door handles

17-inch ‘Cassino’ alloy wheels

Rave glossy and Trama pattern decor inserts

Leather and leatherette seat upholstery

Side and curtain airbags

TPMS

Auto-dimming IRVM

Eight-inch fully digital instrument console

Engine start-stop button

Electric sunroof

Ventilated front seats with leather inserts

Taigun GT

Active Cylinder Technology (ACT)

Engine start-stop button

GT branded elements

Partial leatherette upholstery with Wild Cherry Red stitching

Red ambient lighting

Aluminium pedals

Red front brake calipers

16-inch Belmonte alloy wheels

Amur grey or Dark red glossy and carbon pattern decor inserts

Leatherette and fabric seat upholstery

Taigun GT Plus

Dual-tone paint job (Carbon steel grey roof)

17-inch ‘Manila’ alloy wheels

 

Price and Availability 

The new Volkswagen Taigun is now available across all the showrooms in India. Coming on to the pricing, 

Taigun Dynamic Line

1.0 TSI Comfortline MT: INR 10,49,900

1.0 TSI Highline MT: INR 12,79,900

1.0 TSI Highline AT: INR 14,09,900

1.0 TSI Topline MT: INR 14,56,900

1.0 TSI Topline AT: INR 15,90,900

 

Taigun Performance Line

1.5 TSI GT Line MT: INR 14,99,900

1.5 TSI GT Plus DSG: INR 17,49,900

 

Warranty?

The company is offering 4 years/1 lakh kilometre warranty on Taigun, which is extendable up to 7 years/1.5 lakh.