Volkswagen Taigun
Volkswagen Taigun is a 5-seater SUV car with price starting from Rs. 11.69 lakh. The car is available in petrol manual and petrol automatic configurations in 9 colours and 24 variants. The car is offered with 1 liter and 1.5 liter petrol engine. Taigun is a fuel efficient car with mileage of 19.87 kmpl. Taigun is a tough competitor to Hyundai Creta, Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV 3XO .
- Ex-ShowroomRs. 11.69 Lakh
- RTORs. 1.28 Lakh
- InsuranceRs. 47,750
- On-RoadRs. 13.46 Lakh
Volkswagen Taigun Specifications
- 999 - 1498 CCEngine
- 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpmPower
- 250Nm@1600-3500rpmTorque
- Manual / AutomaticTransmission
- FWDDrive Type
- 18.61 - 19.01 KmplMileage
Volkswagen Taigun Overview
Volkswagen India has launched the GT Line and GT Plus Sport variants for the Taigun. Both the additions are part of new Sport trim of the SUV. Prices for the new variants start from Rs 14.08 lakh (ex-showroom). The GT Line is powered by 1-litre turbo-petrol engine while the GT Plus sport is equipped with 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. The Taigun is now divided into 3 trims - Chrome, Sport and Edge.
The Volkswagen Taigun is a compact SUV and is built on the India-specific MQB A0 IN platform. Since its 2021 launch, it has been an enthusiast's choice, thanks to its two turbo-petrol engines delivering zippy performance and a well-balanced ride and handling setup. Other highlights include a rather clean design and a features list that will satisfy most users.
Volkswagen Taigun Key Highlights
Features: The Volkswagen Taigun is equipped with a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, an 8-inch digital driver's display, automatic climate control, a six-speaker sound system with subwoofer, ambient lighting, a single-pane sunroof, powered front seats with ventilation, a wireless phone charger, cruise control, footwell lighting, and keyless entry with push-button start. The safety features include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and a reverse camera with parking sensors.
Engine: The VW Taigun comes with two engine options which include a 115PS/178Nm 1-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and a 150PS/250Nm 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine. The former is paired with either 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission while the latter is paired with 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG automatic transmission. The 1-litre TSI achieves a claimed mileage of 19.87kmpl (MT) and 18.15kmpl (AT), while the 1.5-litre TSI delivers a claimed mileage of 18.61kmpl (MT) and 19.01kmpl (AT) It measures 4221mm in length, 1760mm in width, 1612mm in height, and has a 2651mm wheelbase.
Rivals: The VW Taigun rivals the likes of Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Maruti Grand Vitara, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, Citroen C3 Aircross and MG Astor.
Variants: It is offered in two broad trims: Dynamic Line (Comfortline, Highline, Topline) and Performance Line (GT, GT Plus and GT Edge). Volkswagen also offers the Taigun Sound special edition which is based on the Topline variant of the compact SUV. Colour options include: Curcuma Yellow, Wild Cherry Red, Candy White, Rising Blue Metallic, Lava Blue, Carbon Steel Grey, Deep Black Pearl and Reflex Silver.
The VW pickup truck is a result of a nice amalgamation between the Virtus sedan and Taigun compact SUV
Volkswagen Taigun Price and Variants
- Petrol (24 Variants)
- Automatic (11 Variants)
- Manual (13 Variants)
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Taigun 1.0 Comfortline999 cc . Petrol . Manual1 Month waiting
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Rs. 11.69 Lakh
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Taigun 1.0 Highline999 cc . Petrol . Manual1 Month waiting
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Rs. 13.88 Lakh
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Taigun 1.0 GT Line999 cc . Petrol . Manual1 Month waiting
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Rs. 14.08 Lakh
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Volkswagen Taigun Videos
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VW Taigun & Skoda Kushaq Crash Tested! | 5/5 Stars From Global NCAP! | ZigFF15 Oct, 2022 14071 views
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Volkswagen Taigun First Drive Review: 10 Reasons Why It Lives Up To The Hype!9 Aug, 2021 28324 views
Volkswagen Taigun Pros and Cons
Taigun Advantages
- Punchy petrol engines deliver good performance
- Comfortable interior for 4 occupants
- Enjoyable driving experience for enthusiasts
- Proven crash safety rating of 5/5 stars from Global NCAP
Taigun Disadvantages
- Average interior fitment quality
- Not very fuel-efficient in heavy traffic use
Taigun Expert's Conclusion
While the Taigun may not feel like a step up for Polo owners it still delivers as a well balanced, punchy, and safe compact SUV.
Volkswagen Taigun User Reviews
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Mileage3.5/5
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Performance4.4/5
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Maintenance3.5/5
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Comfort4.7/5
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Safety4.9/5
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Features & Styling4.7/5
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Volkswagen Taigun Images
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Volkswagen Taigun Colours
- Deep Black Pearl
- Wild Cherry Red
- Rising Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver
- Carbon Steel Grey
- Candy White
- Lava Blue
- Curcuma Yellow
- Carbon Steel Grey Matte
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Questions & Answers on Taigun
Answered by Zigwheels Expert- Latest
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- THe Volkswagen Virtus has boot space of 521 litres.
- The Taigun mileage is 17.23 to 19.87 kmpl. The Manual Petrol variant has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl. The Automatic Petrol variant has a mileage of 19.01 kmpl.
- The fuel tank of Volkswagen Taigun has an official capacity of 50 litres.
- The Volkswagen Taigun is available in 3 and 4 cylinder variants. The 1.0 TSI engine has 3 cylinder and the 1.5 TSI engine has 4 cylinders.
- Volkswagen Taigun comes with 3 cylinders.
- The Volkswagen Taigun is Front Wheel Drive (FWD) type.
- For this, we'd suggest you please visit the nearest authorized dealership as they would be able to assist you. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
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