Volkswagen Taigun to launch in India on September 23

Tuhin Guha Published: August 24, 2021, 08:24 PM IST

After the start of production last week and bookings opening, the Volkswagen Taigun is set to launch in India on September 23. The Volkswagen Taigun is the second offering to come from Skoda-Volkswagen's India 2.0 strategy and is based on the MQB-A0-IN architecture it shares with the Skoda Kushaq.

2021 Volkswagen Taigun engine and gearbox

The 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 110PS and 175 Nm, are to be offered in the low to mid-spec versions of this new Volkswagen SUV. With a six-speed manual, the six-speed torque converter from the Vento will also be available. Also, the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that makes 150PS/250 Nm and pairs with a seven-speed DSG will be offered on higher trims. The larger engine will get a six-speed manual as well in an entry GT variant. The top GT version will be offered in the 1.5 turbo and DSG combination.

2021 Volkswagen Taigun features

Notable features on the inside of the Volkswagen Taigun should be Type-C USB charging, connected-car features, a single-pane sunroof, climate control, ventilated front seats, up to 17-inch alloy wheels and large amounts of interior storage. The Taigun, along with the Kushaq, will be one of the first mainstream cars to offer ESC as standard. Other than this, there are six airbags, TPMS, hill-hold function, rear parking camera, front parking sensors and ISOFIX child seat mounts. These features are variant dependent, and a full break-up will be available at launch. Read our first drive review to know more about the Taigun.

2021 Volkswagen Taigun expected price, rivals

Prices of the Volkswagen Taigun should mirror that of the Kushaq and range between Rs 11 to 18 lakh. The new Volkswagen Taigun will compete against the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Tata Harrier and MG Hector. The upcoming Mahindra XUV700 and MG Astor are other competitors.

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Volkswagen Taigun 2021 Full Spec

Price (Ex-Delhi)
Starts Rs 10.5 Lakhs

Displacement
1498cc

Transmission
Automatic

Max Power(ps)
115

Max Torque(Nm)
250

Mileage
17.88 Kmpl

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