Volkswagen Taigun

Introduction

• Volkswagen introduced the Taigun as its compact SUV for the Indian market, positioned in the midsize SUV segment.
• It is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform and shares its underpinnings with the Skoda Kushaq.
• A USP of this compact SUV is a five-star Global NCAP safety rating.
• ​The Taigun competes with other cars in the same segment such as Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Honda Elevate.

Volkswagen Taigun – Exterior

• Up front, the Taigun gets a wide chrome-accented grille flanked by LED headlamps.
• These headlamps are further integrated with LED DRLs in higher variants.
• Select variants offer a full-width LED light bar at the rear while connecting the tail-lamps.
• Then, the rear design features a connected LED tail-lamp cluster, a chunky bumper, and a Taigun badging.
• This compact SUV’s ORVMs have integrated turn indicators and can be electrically adjustable in higher-spec variants.
• ​ Depending on the variant, it gets 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels, with GT trims receiving sportier and darker finishes.
• Other exterior highlights include a rear wiper and washer, rear defogger, and a roof-mounted spoiler.

Volkswagen Taigun – Interior

• The Taigun’s cabin features a clean, layered dashboard design with a focus on ergonomics.
• It can be configured with dual-tone interior themes, with GT variants getting sportier colour accents and upholstery patterns.
• This compact SUV’s higher variants feature a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
• Then, the front seats offer height adjustment for the driver.
• While, the rear passengers get ample knee room, adjustable headrests, rear AC vents, and a supportive bench.
• Convenience features in the Taigun include climate control, keyless entry, and a wireless phone charger on higher variants.
• Moreover, auto-dimming IRVM, cruise control, multi-function steering wheel, and 12V outlets are provided depending on variant.

Volkswagen Taigun – Powertrain

• Volkswagen offers the Taigun with two turbo-petrol engines - a 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI and a 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI EVO.
• The 1.0-litre TSI engine produces 114bhp and 178Nm of torque.
• While, the 1.5-litre TSI EVO engine churns 148bhp and 250Nm of torque.
• Transmission options in the 1.0 TSI include a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic transmission.
• Then, the 1.5 TSI EVO is available in both six-speed manual and a seven-speed DSG transmissions.