Last Updated on: 25 Sep 2025
Volkswagen Taigun highlights
The Volkswagen Taigun is available with both 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre TSI petrol engines, catering to diverse driving preferences while maintaining a premium, youthful appeal. The Taigun measures 4,221 mm in length, 1,760 mm in width, and 1,612 mm in height, with a generous 2,651 mm wheelbase. It has a boot space capacity of 385 litres, expandable up to 1,405 litres, and offers multiple alloy wheel options, both 16 and 17-inchers, including dual-tone and black-finished designs on higher trims.
Volkswagen Taigun key specifications
The entry level Taigun 1.0-litre TSI is powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI delivering 115 hp and 178 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. For those seeking more performance, the Taigun 1.5-litre TSI GT models feature the 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI EVO engine producing 150 hp and 250 Nm of torque, available with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG (DCT) automatic gearbox. The 1.0-litre TSI promises an official economy of 18.1 kpl in the MT and 16.44 kpl in the torque converter AT. The 1.5-litre TSI gives you an official figure of 18.47 kpl in the MT and 17.88 kpl in the dual-clutch AT. However, the city economy figures for the Taigun 1.0-litre TSI AT as tested were just 8.5 kpl, and highway economy was 12.4 kpl.
Mileage 16.44 kmpl - 19.89 kmpl | Engine 999 cc - 1498 cc |
Fuel Type Petrol | Transmission Manual, Torque Converter Auto, Dual-Clutch Auto |
Body Style SUV | Seats 5 |
Volkswagen Taigun specifications
The Volkswagen Taigun measures 4,221 mm in length, 1,760 mm in width, and 1,612 mm in height, with a generous 2,651 mm wheelbase. It has a boot space capacity of 385 litres, expandable up to 1,405 litres.
Engine & Transmission
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Petrol |
Engine Installation | Front |
Engine Displacement | 1498 cc |
Engine Type | 4 cyls, Turbocharged |
Max Engine Power | 150hp |
Max Engine Torque | 250Nm |
Drive Layout | Front-Wheel Drive |
Gearbox Type | Dual-Clutch Auto |
Number of Gears | 7 |
Lockable Differential/s | Yes |
Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox | Yes |
Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox | Yes |
Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox | Yes |
Fuel & Performance
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 litres |
Official Fuel Economy | 19.01 kmpl |
Auto Start/Stop | Yes |
0-100kph | 8.89 s |
20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown) | 5.14 s |
40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown) | 6.08 s |
Suspension & Steering
Front Brakes | Discs |
Rear Brakes | Drums |
Type of Power Assist | Electro-Mechanical |
Steering Adjust | Tilt and Telescopic |
Steering Adjust type | Manual |
Turning Radius | 5.05 m |
Front Suspension Type | Independent, MacPherson Strut |
Front Springs | Coil Springs |
Rear Suspension Type | Non-independent, Torsion Beam |
Rear Springs | Coil Springs |
Damper Control | No |
Ride Height Adjust | No |
Wheels | Alloys |
Wheel Size | 17-inches |
Front Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 |
Spare Wheel | Space-saver |
Dimensions
Length | 4221 mm |
Width | 1760 mm |
Height | 1612 mm |
Wheelbase | 2651 mm |
Doors | 5 |
Ground Clearance | 188 mm |
Kerb Weight | 1314 kg |
Boot Capacity | 385-1405 litres |
Volkswagen Taigun features
Comfort
| Power Windows | Front and Rear |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Down | Driver's Window Only |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Up | Driver's Window Only |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust | |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold | |
| Remote Locking |
Safety
| Crash Test Rating | 5 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake Assist (BA) | |
| Electronic Parking Brake |
Exterior
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Projector Headlamps | |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED |
| Front Fog Lamps |
Interior
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | |
| Average Speed | |
| Distance to Empty |
Entertainment
| Audio System | |
| CD Player | |
| USB Input | |
| AUX Input | |
| Bluetooth Audio Streaming | |
| Bluetooth Telephone Function |
























