Volkswagen Taigun
Volkswagen Taigun is a 5-seater SUV available at a starting price of Rs. 10.99 Lakh. The car is available in 11 variants, with 1 engine and 2 transmission option. Additionally, Taigun offers a Ground Clearance measurement of 188 mm and a Boot capacity of 385 liters. You can choose from 9 colors for the Taigun. The mileage...
What's New on Volkswagen Taigun?
Introduction
- The latest Volkswagen Taigun the brand’s refreshed compact SUV.
- It is now enhanced with over 40 new features to improve overall driving experience.
- A highlight of the car is that has achieved a five-star Global NCAP rating.
- Built around German engineering, it remains as a turbo-petrol SUV.
Volkswagen Taigun – Exterior
- The newest iteration of the Taigun gets a new design with new bumpers and a clean front grille with a light band.
- Another notable change is the illuminated Volkswagen logos at the front and rear.
- It also features ‘Infinity’ LED taillamps with sequential turn indicators plus welcome and goodbye lighting animations.
- Volkswagen offers the latest Taigun in new colour options like Avocado Pearl and Steel Grey.
- To add in, this car boasts optional 16- and 17-inch alloy wheel designs.
Volkswagen – Interior
- Inside, the cabin now features storm grey trim on the lower dashboard and door panels, along with upgraded surface finishes and inserts.
- The upholstery changes are as per variants, with top-spec variants getting storm grey leatherette with black piping.
- On the tech side, the Taigun has a 10.1-inch infotainment system that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- This SUV also gets a 10.25-inch full digital cockpit with four configurable views and turn-by-turn navigation on the cluster.
- New comfort features include a panoramic sunroof with summer function, front ventilated seats and a six-way electric driver seat.
- Other new features are climate control, rear windshield wiper with intermittent control, and a heated rear windshield.
Volkswagen Taigun – Powertrain
- The Taigun is available in two engine options, being a 1.0-litre and a 1.5-litre engine.
- While the 1.0-litre option delivers a power output of 113.9bhp and 178Nm of torque.
- On the other hand, the 1.5-litre option churns a power output of 147.5bhp and 250Nm of torque.
- Adding in, the 1.0-litre engine comes mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission after replacing the six-speed manual.
- Then, the 1.5-litre engine comes mated to an seven-speed DSG transmission.
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Volkswagen Taigun Price List (Variant Wise)
Volkswagen Taigun Ex-Showroom price ranges from ₹ 10.99 to 19.29 Lakh. Volkswagen offers Taigun in 11 variants. The top variant of Taigun is GT Plus Sport DSG and the base variant is Comfortline MT.
Volkswagen Taigun Colours
Volkswagen Taigun is available in 9 different colors namely carbon steel matte, Reflex Silver Metallic, Lava Blue Metallic, Steel Grey, Deep Black Pearl, Wild Cherry Red Metallic, Carbon Steel Grey Metallic, Candy White & Avocado Pearl Effect.
Taigun Image Gallery
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Expert Review on Volkswagen Taigun
- Expert Rating
8.5/10 - Safety9.5Comfort8.2Styling8.4Merit / USP9.1Significance9Value for Money8
car&bike Expert Take
“The Taigun is a proper Volkswagen in the way it drives. It may not chase gimmicks but the basics are strong. If you value steering feel, balance of the chassis and good highway demeanour this is where it scores.”
The Volkswagen Taigun was a decisive return for Volkswagen in the compact SUV segment in India. Built on the MQB-A0-IN platform, it shares its underpinnings with the Skoda Kushaq but has a different Volkswagen character in design and driving dynamics.
This review is based on Taigun’s extensive testing by the car&bike team in Udaipur, with both the 1.5-litre GT manual and DSG being tested by Siddharth Vinayak Patankar and Shams Raza Naqvi, respectively. The 1.0-litre manual was later tested separately by Ameya Naik to evaluate how the smaller engine performs in real-world conditions.
Positioned to compete with established players such as the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, the Taigun doesn't try to outdo rivals in terms of sheer number of features. Instead, it is focused on driving engagement, structural integrity and a premium, understated design language. With prices currently varying between Rs. 11.42 lakh to Rs. 19.19 lakh (ex-showroom), it sits well in the upper half of the segment.
The Taigun is available with two turbo-petrol engines, a 1.0-litre three-cylinder and a 1.5-litre four-cylinder with cylinder deactivation. There is no diesel or naturally aspirated petrol option. That decision sets the Taigun's personality from the beginning.
Siddharth summarised its positioning clearly:
“This is finally a worthy upgrade to Polo and Vento owners. It feels like a proper Volkswagen.”
Pros
- Strong chassis and planted highway behaviour
- Five-star Global NCAP safety rating
- Engaging 1.5-litre DSG performance
- Balanced ride quality on 16-inch wheels
- Clean infotainment interface with wireless connectivity
Cons
- No diesel or hybrid option
- The rear seat width restricts three adults
- Touch-sensitive climate controls require attention
- Firm low-speed ride on 17-inch variants
- No Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Verdict
The Volkswagen Taigun does not try to win by sheer specification. Instead, it is about the basics: steering feel, chassis balance and structural safety. The 1.5-litre DSG variant is suited for those who enjoy good mid-range performance and sharp gearshifts. The 1.0-litre versions are good enough for everyday commuting.
Siddharth summarised it well during testing:
“It feels like a proper Volkswagen." The balance, the ride, the way that it holds the road, that's where it scores.”
The Taigun may not have the most spacious cabin or feature list in its class. However, for buyers who value composure at speed and confidence behind the wheel, it is still one of the most sorted compact SUVs in the segment.
Volkswagen Taigun Mileage
Volkswagen Taigun mileage is 18 to 19 KM/L as per ARAI The Manual Petrol engine has a mileage of 19.2 KM/L. The Automatic Petrol engine has a mileage of 19.2 KM/L.
| Fuel Type | Transmission | Mileage | City Mileage | Highway Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Manual | 19.2 KM/L | 16 KM/L | 19 KM/L |
| Petrol | Automatic | 19.2 KM/L | 17 KM/L | 20 KM/L |
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- Do You Own This Volkswagen Taigun?Share your experience about Volkswagen Taigun
- Five star for Performance , comfort and Safety5.01.0 TSI Topline AT(Petrol)PerformanceMileageComfortCost of OwnershipValue for MoneySafetyStylingSales SupportGood comfort , Styling . Strong body. Class leading SUV. The Korean twins may have more features. But this is a class vehicle. Its build quality and ride quality is far ahead than its rivals. Just like an Apple I phone and Korean/ Chinese smartphones.By Dr RajagopalanPosted on: Feb 04, 2022 04:55 PM113
- Above average car4.01.0 TSI Highline AT(Petrol)PerformanceMileageComfortCost of OwnershipValue for MoneySafetyStylingSales SupportVery good driving experience with automatic getting mileage as expected in automatic but some features are missing at given price point also some stuff is below average qualityBy Sanjay BhardwajPosted on: Mar 07, 2022 09:10 PM50
- Amazing Performer5.01.0 TSI Topline MT(Petrol)PerformanceMileageComfortCost of OwnershipValue for MoneySafetyStylingSales SupportA great Drivers car, superb driving dynamics!!By PankajPosted on: Jan 14, 2022 06:57 PM32
- Really strong built? I don't think so4.0TaigunPerformanceMileageComfortCost of OwnershipValue for MoneySafetyStylingSales SupportBumpers are not so strong. Touch for Ac is not a good idea. pause button for music is not mounted on steeringBy RajeevPosted on: Jan 17, 2022 09:08 AM36
- Good performance car5.01.5 TSI GT Line(Petrol)PerformanceMileageComfortCost of OwnershipValue for MoneySafetyStylingSales SupportVery good car for long drivesBy JamesPosted on: Dec 05, 2021 03:26 PM20
Quick Compare with Volkswagen Taigun Competitors
 Volkswagen Taigun 10.99 - 19.29 Lakh |  Skoda Kushaq 10.69 - 18.99 Lakh |  Hyundai Venue N Line 10.55 - 15.48 Lakh |  Maruti Suzuki Jimny 12.32 - 14.45 Lakh |  Citroen C3 Aircross 8.32 - 14.1 Lakh |  Citroen Aircross X 8.29 - 13.69 Lakh |
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Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 10.99 - 19.29 Lakh | ₹ 10.69 - 18.99 Lakh | ₹ 10.55 - 15.48 Lakh | ₹ 12.32 - 14.45 Lakh | ₹ 8.32 - 14.1 Lakh | ₹ 8.29 - 13.69 Lakh |
C&B Expert Rating 7.7 | 7.3 | - | 7.7 | - | - |
Engine 1498,999 cc | 999 CC | 998 CC | 1462 CC | 1199 CC | 1199 CC |
Transmission Manual, Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
Mileage 18 - 19 KM/L | 18.72 - 19.76 KM/L | 18 KM/L | 16.39 - 16.94 KM/L | 17.6 - 18.5 KM/L | 17.5 - 18.5 KM/L |
Fuel Type Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
Seating Capacity 5 Seater | 5 Seater | 5 Seater | 4 Seater | 5 Seater | 5 Seater |
Fuel Tank Capacity 50.0 L | 50.0 L | 45.0 L | 40.0 L | 45.0 L | 45.0 L |
No of Variants 11 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 17 | 7 |
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