The VW Taigun will launch on September 23. Bookings for the Creta-rival have been underway since August 9. The Skoda Kushaq sibling mid-size SUV will be based on the MQB A0 IN platform specifically developed for the Indian market by the VW Skoda Group. As a result, the Taigun boasts of one of the best wheelbase in the segment. The 95% localization with this platform will allow VW to price the Taigun aggressively too. The mid-size SUV segment is getting more and more competitive day by day and the carmakers must ensure that their products stand out in the crowd. Taigun will be the make-or-break product for the VW Group in India and it is counting heavily on the SUV. Let us do a recap of what the Taigun will offer.
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Creta-Rival VW Taigun – Exterior Design
The Taigun borrows a lot of boldness from its elder sibling, the Tiguan, in terms of the front grille pattern, LED headlamps integrated within the frame of the grille to make it look like one single unit, LED DLRs, upright stance, sporty bumpers, plenty of chrome elements to make the front appear blingy. The sides feature the characteristic sharp creases that we have seen on other VW products as well, stylish 18-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, chrome belt under the window line. The rear is arguably the most happening space of the SUV with a blacked-out light slab connecting the two taillamps, chrome on the rear bumper as well. All in all, the exterior design of the Taigun represents the typical design language of the German carmaker but there are plenty of modern bits to the liking of the Indian customers.
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Features and Specs
The features highlight includes a 10-inch latest Digital Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Digital Virtual Cockpit Style Instrument Cluster with a customizable display, Type C USB charging port, My Volkswagen Connect Connected Tech, Ventilated Leather Front Seats, Ambient Lighting, Flat-bottom Steering Wheel with Audio Controls and Voice Recognition, Electric Sunroof and much more.
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The powertrain options will include a 1.0-litre TSI engine, making 115hp and 175Nm and a 1.5-litre TSI engine making 150hp and 250Nm. The smaller engine will come with either a 6-speed manual or an automatic transmission option and the larger engine will come with a 7-speed DSG (DCT) gearbox. Owing to heavy localization, one can expect the prices to range between Rs 10 lakh to Rs 18 lakh, ex-showroom. Apart from the rival-list including like Creta and Seltos, the VW Taigun will also see competition from its sister SUV, the Skoda Kushaq.
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