Volkswagen India today launched its SUV, Taigun in vibrant five colors – Curcuma Yellow, Wild Cherry Red, Candy White, Reflex Silver and Carbon Steel Grey. The Volkswagen Taigun is available in two engine options and two variants – Dynamic Line (1.0L TSI) and the Performance Line (1.5L TSI EVO). The 1.0L TSI engine comes with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission option that delivers peak power of 115PS (85 kW) ranging from 5000 to 5500 rpm and peak torque of 178 Nm@1750-4500 rpm. The 1.5L TSI EVO engine is equipped with a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed DSG transmission option, delivering peak power of 150PS (110 kW) from 5000 to 6000 rpm range and peak torque of 250Nm@1600-3500 rpm. The 1.5L TSI EVO engine also comes equipped with Active Cylinder Technology (ACT) and idle start/stop technology.
The fuel efficiency offered on the Volkswagen Taigun are (ARAI certified) given below
Variant | Dynamic Line (1.0L TSI) | Performance Line (1.5L TSI) |
| 6-speed Manual | 18.10 km/L | 18.47 km/L |
| 6-speed Automatic | 16.44 km/L | – |
| 7-speed DSG | 17.88 km/L |
The Taigun has prominent front grille with a generous chrome applique, LED headlights and DRLs. It provides a higher stance and its R17 Manila alloy wheels give it a striking appearance. The Taigun has the most distinctive rear within its segment. The width spanning C-shaped Infinity LED tail lamps give it sporty character.
Inside the cabin, the Taigun is packed with modern dashboard layout comprised with décor inserts, smart storage spaces, ambient lighting, ventilated leather front seats, electric sunroof and wireless charging. It is equipped with 20.32cm digital cockpit and smart touch Climatronic auto AC with pollen control. The 25.65 cm VW Play touchscreen Infotainment system comes embedded with Apple Carplay and Android Auto.
The Taigun also comes equipped with the locally developed MyVolkswagen Connect App for customers to monitor their usage, asses their driving behavior and live track information related to the car and their safety, all in real-time.
The Taigun comes with a full range of 40+ safety features such as Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), up to 6 airbags, multi-collision brakes, 3 headrests at the rear, reverse camera, 3-point seat belts, ISOFIX and an adjustable headrest for all and tyre pressure deflation warning system.
Detailed ex-showroom price list of Taigun in INR:
| Transmission | Dynamic Line(1.0L TSI) | Performance Line(1.5L TSI EVO) | |||||||||
| Comfortline | Highline | Topline | GT | GT Plus | |||||||
| Manual(6-speed) | 10,49,900 | 12,79,900 | 14,56,900 | 14,99,900 | |||||||
| Automatic (6-speed) | 14,09,900 | 15,90,900 | |||||||||
| DSG(7-speed) | 17,49,900 |
