Name: Volkswagen Taigun [2021-2026]
Brand: Volkswagen
SKU: 618e4ba352c9fe2287657c5c
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)

It has the best styling, a good engine, and excellent ground clearance, a very good seat design for off-roading, and the company's claimed mileage will be satisfactory.

Better option for all roads

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Modern Classic

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Perfect to me

This is Eco friendly bike.  It's look is very unique and beautiful.Bike is very helpful for poor family because it gives high earning on low investment.Between  increasing price of petrol and diesel it will give a big relief to a common person 

Perfect Choice for an Eco-Friendly Future

This vehicle is a perfect choice for safe and hassle-free driving. It's user-friendly, making it an excellent option for women drivers as well. The gyroscope-enabled auto-balance park feature adds convenience and ensures seamless parking, even in tight spots.


Balancing is good

Nice performance and nice futuristic bike like amazing and her perfect bike ride with a beautiful view.

Perfect Ride with Stunning Looks

Overall, I am satisfied with the vehicle. It offers great value for money, and I recommend it to my friends who are looking for a family car.”

Combination of look and performance

Good Design with more features that make it attractive . it also has good mileage and a good safety rating, which makes mind-blowing.

Good design with more features makes it good to go

I have been driving the Scorpio Classic for some time now, and my experience has been very satisfying. Its bold and muscular design gives it a commanding road presence, and the SUV continues to stand out with its timeless styling. The cabin is spacious, offering comfortable seating for both city commutes and long highway journeys.

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EV vehicles game changer

Switched from Fortuner to Hycross and dont regret it. The ride quality is soft and panoramic sunroof makes cabin feel huge. ADAS works well on highways. Perfect family car.

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Volkswagen Taigun SUV: First Look

Volkswagen Taigun Introduction The Volkswagen Taigun is a well-rounded compact SUV that offers a bold design, a spacious and well-appointed interior, and a range of premium features. With a powerful engine, a choice of transmissions, and a range of safety features, it is an excellent option for families and individuals who are looking for a compact and versatile vehicle. Exterior The Taigun sits on stylish alloy wheels and offers ample space for passengers and cargo. It has a compact and sporty look, while still offering the versatility and functionality of a mid-size SUV. The exterior of the Taigun is designed to stand out on the road and make a statement, with a range of color options and striking design elements that are sure to turn heads. Whether you're driving in the city or on the open road, the Taigun is sure to make an impression. Interior The interior of the Taigun is spacious and well-appointed, with a range of premium features and a modern infotainment system. It offers a comfortable ride for all occupants, with ample legroom and headroom, and a range of convenience features. Performance The Taigun is powered by a 1.0-liter TSI petrol engine that produces 110 horsepower and 175 Nm of torque. It is paired with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission, and is offered with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Safety The Taigun is equipped with a range of safety features, including dual front airbags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and a rearview camera. Higher trims also offer features such as lane departure warning, blind-spot detection, and a 360-degree camera. Price Volkswagen Taigun price starts at ₹ 13.63 Lakh and goes upto ₹ 22.02 Lakh (on-road Navi Mumbai). Taigun comes in 9 variants. Taigun top model price in petrol is ₹ 22.02 Lakh. Whereas the price of Taigun automatic version starts from ₹ 17.58 Lakh.

<a target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/topic/volkswagen-taigun">Volkswagen Taigun</a> is the biggest single-car offensive from the German car maker ever in the Indian automotive market. Period. There may be many who point towards some of the sedans from Volkswagen that have found favour from buyers here but there is just no denying that while the competition is absolutely fierce, the scope and scale in the mid-size SUV space is also quite phenomenal. It is with the hopes of creating an in-road in this lucrative segment that Volkswagen Taigun will seek to woo and wow prospective buyers.

So is the Volkswagen Taigun good enough to a) establish itself as a solid new product, and b) mount a serious challenge to the likes of Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Tata Harrier, among others? We took the upcoming car around the scenic, rain-drenched hills of Udaipur to find out.

Volkswagen Visual Genes with a Fresh Twist

It is quite easy to often get carried away when designing an all-new SUV, especially for a looks-conscious car market such as ours. But I would have been very, very surprised had the Taigun been like no other Volkswagen we have ever seen.

Quite pleased to report that here is an SUV that - in how it appears from the outside - beautifully balances Volkswagen's trademark design strengths with modern-day interpretations for a smart profile all around.

Remove the VW logo from the front grille and the Taigun is still clearly a VW. But the generous dollops of chrome on the front - on the grille and the front bumper - clearly underline an intent to put on some visual pomp. There are multiple body lines on the bonnet and a silver skid plate at the bottom.

Very important to note here is that there are subtle and not-so-subtle differences between the model with DSG transmission and the MT like the former gets LED headlights with LED DRLs, 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, more prominent chrome dashes on the grille, among others.

The MT Taigun makes do with halogen headlights with LED DRLs and smaller 16-inch alloy wheels.

That said, the roof-rails on both are functional and the side profile also gets chrome additions on the window line and dashes of chrome strips on the door handle. There's nothing dramatic on the side and the SUV looks very chique and European from here.

<table><tbody><tr><td>Volkswagen Taigun Dimensions (in mm)</td><td>Skoda Kushaq Dimensions (in mm, for reference)</td><td>Hyundai Creta Dimensions (in mm, for reference)</td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Length: 4,221</td><td>Length: 4,225</td><td>Length: 4,300</td></tr><tr><td>Width: 1,760</td><td>Width: 1,760</td><td>Width: 1,790</td></tr><tr><td>Height: 1,612</td><td>Height: 1,612</td><td>Height: 1,635</td></tr><tr><td>Wheelbase: 2,651</td><td>Wheelbase: 2,651</td><td>Wheelbase: 2,610</td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table>

It is by the time that designers come to the rear that many often run out of steam but the good folks at VW saved their best for the last. The rear profile of the Taigun is its most radical and, thankfully for VW, most appealing as well. The LED tail lights are connected by what the company calls 'Infinity LED lights' - a prominent illumination strip - that gives it a very contemporary style. I would have given it full marks had it also featured brake-light illumination but this line-strip light won't come alive at the push of the pedal, instead illuminating at the turn of the headlight knob.

As for the colour options to be made available, Volkswagen Taigun will come in five hues - Yellow and Red (seen here on our test drive models, and Grey, Silver and White.

As far as the interiors of this SUV are concerned, there isn't anything that stands out in spectacular fashion. But because here is a Volkswagen product, many of the highlights are a major departure from the models we are accustomed to seeing from this particular German brand.

For instance, the Taigun gets red-colour ambient lights on the dashboard and front doors. It has support for wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connections. And yes, it does get a conventional-sized sunroof too.

The 10-inch main infotainment unit is positioned well to offer a comfortable view to all in the vehicle and is quite responsive to touch. It can be used for navigation, music source selection, to check vehicle statistics as well as to access apps - there are currently four but more are likely to follow.

There is also an eight-inch driver display which is all-digital in the top model and semi-digital in the MT. The addition of 'virtual cockpit' ensures that the display can be customized as per individual preference, something that is missing in the Skoda Kushaq. The AC control buttons and the tiny display screen, however, are identical.

What I absolutely abhorred is the jarring red border on the dashboard, flowing all the way on to the center console. While an extension of the exterior colour, the cherry in 'Cherry Red' has been taken way too far and - frankly speaking - looks distasteful. No such complaint on the DSG test model which, thankfully, did not have its yellow body hue extending inside and instead gets a much simpler shade of silver, bordering on off-white. An otherwise clean and sleek dashboard profile which the Taigun has does equally deserve a clean colour scheme.

Beyond this, the Taigun checks the boxes right with a relatively high driving position with manual adjustment, plenty of storage space on the doors and in the glovebox, cup holders next to the parking brake and a steering wheel which can be adjusted for reach and rake.

Move over to the rear seats and the quality of cushioning remains quite good. There is massive amounts of knee room, thanks to the best-in-segment wheelbase, and the under-thigh support and head room are also adequate. There is a roll down central armrest with cupholders in case there are just two passengers at the back.

Three occupants too may be quite comfortable even if I have my doubts about the shoulder room in this case. The fact that the central armrest doesn't jut back much means that there is space for the middle passenger to rest his or her feet. But passengers on either side have restricted space for their feet because both front seats sit on platforms which significantly eat into the area available.

This is the biggest drawback - apart from the rather small rear windows - that I found on the Taigun's rear seats which otherwise ought to be great for both city rides as well as highway commutes. Speaking of highways, the rear seats do fold in 60:40 split to add to the boot space available.

If you are in the market for a diesel SUV, thanks for reading till here but this is where you can sign off. That is because there is no diesel Taigun coming. But if petrol motors are your preference, you can hardly go wrong with the 1.5-litre TSI engine on offer with the Taigun.

While there is a smaller 1.0-litre engine that will come out in the very near future, it is the 1.5-litre motor - delivering 148 hp and with 250 Nm of torque - that is likely to be the mainstay of the Taigun lineup.

<table><tbody><tr><td>Taigun mechanical highlights</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td><td>Power</td><td>Torque</td><td>Transmission</td></tr><tr><td>Engine</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>1.5-litre four cylinder unit</td><td>148 hp</td><td>250 Nm</td><td>Six-speed manual and seven-speed DSG</td></tr><tr><td>1.0-lite three-cylinder unit</td><td>113 hp</td><td>178 Nm</td><td>Six-speed manual and six-speed AT</td></tr></tbody></table>

Taigun has a top speed of 190 kmph and Volkswagen claims that it can hit 100 kmph from zero in 9.1 seconds. But it is its inherent drive traits that I focused on instead of running behind numbers.

What will come as a reason to celebrate for Volkswagen fans is that the Taigun feels quite solid from the word go. With a meaty steering wheel which remains super steady even at high speeds, the Taigun has a typical VW aura around it. The seven-speed DSG box clicks along really well, whether ambling along or pushing the clock, even if there is a slight grunt noise from under the hood when pedal meets metal. Paddle shifters offer more control but I did not expect Taigun to be radically sporty to drive. And it isn't. And that's fine.

Keep this VW SUV rolling minus driving theatrics and it will offer a very, very reassuring experience. Even when winding the vehicle through long and yawning curves along the Mount Abu highway - and at near triple-digit speeds, the German engineering was amply evident. The slightly stiff suspension set up also helps the car gobble up most of the on-road challenges with calm ease.

This is true for the Taigun MT as well and while the throws may not be as short and crisp as what is on offer inside Korean rivals, it is precise and has a large range. Unless really gunning it on uphill stretches, the large gear range allows means less effort on your part.

On the flipside though, sharp curves at even moderate speeds result in very noticeable body roll - a blemish which stands out especially because of the otherwise flawless drive traits of the Taigun.

Overall though, it is hard not to come out impressed with how the Taigun fares when on the move and this is where this SUV is likely to score best.

<table><tbody><tr><td>Taigun Safety Highlights</td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Six airbags</td></tr><tr><td>Electronic Stability Control</td></tr><tr><td>Traction Control System</td></tr><tr><td>Hydraulic brake boosting</td></tr><tr><td>Brake disc wiping</td></tr><tr><td>Electronic brake force distribution</td></tr><tr><td>Electronic Differential Lock</td></tr><tr><td>Tyre pressure deflation warning</td></tr><tr><td>Reverse camera with park sensors</td></tr><tr><td>Hill-hold control</td></tr><tr><td>Three rear head restraints</td></tr></tbody></table>

Verdict and Predictions:

It is about time that Volkswagen brought all its expertise in automotive engineering in a new package which suits the Indian palate. Taigun, the company's first-ever product which is based on it MQB-AO-IN platform is an exercise in patience and careful study of how to match age-old traditions with the demands of an ever-changing automotive world. The balance is struck and the result is Volkswagen Taigun.

The pricing is expected to be a tad bit higher than that of the recently-launched Skoda Kushaq ( ₹10.51 lakh to ₹17.62 lakh, ex showroom) but being a Volkswagen, it may well be justified. (Update: Pricing of Taigun starts at ₹11.61 lakh and goes up to ₹19.46 lakh, as of December of 2023)

Although unlikely to topple the likes of Creta from the perch, the Taigun could pose a commendable challenge while also possibly hurting the prospects of cousin Kushaq. Taigun will definitely appeal to Volkswagen aficionados and is more than likely to find favour among first-time VW buyers as well.

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