Tata Sierra vs Volkswagen Taigun

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Tata Sierra

Tata Sierra

Accomplished+ Diesel AT

21.29 lakh

Volkswagen Taigun

Volkswagen Taigun

GT Plus Sport 1.5 TSI DCT

19.30 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
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Engine Displacement

1497 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

6
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

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Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

118 hp at 4000 rpm
150 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

260 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Direct Injection

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

–

Official Fuel Economy

19.22 kmpl
18.85 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

11.53 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

14.56 kmpl
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Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
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Autocar Tested Mileage

13.05 kmpl
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0-100kph

13.37 s
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20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.97 s
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40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

9.42 s
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Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Twist beam axle

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
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Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

19 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

225/55 R19
205/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

225/55 R19
205/55 R17

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
–

Turning Radius

–
5.05

Dimensions

Length

4340 mm
4221 mm

Width

1841 mm
1760 mm

Height

1715 mm
1612 mm

Wheelbase

2730 mm
2651 mm

Ground Clearance

205 mm
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Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

622-1257 litres
385 - 1405 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
1320 kg

Comfort

Dead Pedal

Keyless Entry

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Interior Lamps

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Climate Control

2-zone
1-zone

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Glovebox

Acoustic Windshield

–

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
–

Cup Holders

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Remote Locking

–

Roof Grab Handles

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Door Pockets

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Driving Modes

–

Front Seatback Pockets

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Launch Control

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light

Auto Parking

–

Ambient Lighting

Rear AC Vents

Push Button Start

Bluetooth Connectivity

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

Yes (Gesture Control)
–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Trunk Light

Power Windows

Front and Rear
–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

Rear Parcel Tray

UV Cut Glass

–

Safety

Hill Start Assist

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
Warning Only

Side Airbag

Speed Assist System

–

Seat Belt Warning

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Traction Control

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Central Locking

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold
–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Dual Tone Horn

–

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming
–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Curtain Airbag

BNCAP Rating

5
5

Clutch Lock

–

Child Safety Lock

–

Passenger Airbag

Brake Fade Support

–

Brake Disc Wiping

Brake Assist (BA)

Boot Open Warning

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Automatic Wipers

Automatic Headlamps

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Airbags

6
6

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Overspeed Warning

Lane Keep Assist

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Hill Descent Control

–

High Beam Assist

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Heads Up Display

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Exterior

Sequential Turn Indicators

Scuff Plates

Front Fog Lamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Pop-Out Door Handle

Manual
–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

ORVM turn indicators

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Rub Strips

Roof Rails

Functional

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Illuminated Logo

LED fog lamps

–

Projector Headlamps

–

LED DRLs

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Connected LED

Cornering Headlights

–

Stop Lamp

–

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Spoiler

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Interior

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Average Speed

–

Shift Indicator

–

Trip Meter

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Tachometer

Digital
–

Distance to Empty

–

Head-up Display

–

Speedometer

Digital
–

Gear Indicator

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Massage Seats

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Third Row Seats

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Seat Count

5
5

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Heated Seats

–

Entertainment

Inbuilt Music App

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

USB Input

–

MirrorLink

–

Branded Music System

JBL
–

CD Player

–

Touchpad

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

AUX Input

–

Front Passenger Screen

–

Speakers

8
6

Steering Phone Controls

–

Web Browser

–

Display

12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.09-inch Touchscreen

Satellite Navigation

In-built
–

Audio System

–

Voice Commands

Steering Audio Controls

–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Gesture Controls

–

Video Player

–

Connected Car Features

Phone App

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Digital Key

–

Geo Fence

Smart Drive Information

–

Summon Mode

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Find My Car

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

SOS Button

–

Driving Analytics

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•5w

I am planning to buy a second car for me and my grandfather. I already have a santo at home. The car should be automatic and petrol. features that we like are 360 degree camera and panoramic sunroof. mainly a good fuel efficient car. Cars which we have short listed- 1. Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 T 2. Kia Seltos GTX (A) 3. Maruti Victoris ZXi Plus (O) 4. Hyundai Creta N Line 5. Tata Sierra Adventure 6. Kushaq/Taigun

•5w

Hello Autocar family, I am planning to buy a new car for me and my grandfather. I already have a Hyundai Santro at home, so this will be my second car. The mandatory requirements are a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, and decent mileage. My daily commute is around 30 km, including 20 km on the highway and 10 km in the city. The cars we are considering are the Kia Seltos GTX A, Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7T, Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI Plus (O), Hyundai Creta N Line, and Tata Sierra Adventure. I am also open to considering the Volkswagen Taigun and Skoda Kushaq. We are both confused and haven't been able to agree on one option. Please help us out, guys!

Verified
•4w

Go for the Kia Seltos GTX A. It is the most balanced choice for your requirements. Your daily usage of 30 km, with a mix of highway and city driving, does not justify a diesel, so a strong turbo-petrol with a reliable automatic gearbox is the better choice.This Kia car offers the panoramic sunroof and 360-degree camera you want, along with a well-rounded ownership experience, a wide service network, and a comfortable ride for your grandfather. The Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 T is also a good option, but it is a much larger vehicle and not as easy to live with in the city.The Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI Plus (O) is a strong value-for-money proposition, but the Seltos feels more premium and better finished. The Hyundai Creta N Line is a good alternative if you prefer Hyundai cars, but the Seltos feels like the more complete package. The Tata Sierra Adventure is interesting, but its turbo-petrol engine still needs a longer ownership track record. The Tata Sierra price starts at Rs 11.49 lakh and goes up to Rs 21.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).The Volkswagen Taigun and Skoda Kushaq are excellent driver's cars, but the Seltos offers a better overall ownership experience. Overall, the Kia Seltos GTX A is the car you are most likely to be happiest with over the next five years.

VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleMahindra XUV 7XO
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Victoris
VehicleHyundai Creta
VehicleTata Sierra
VehicleVolkswagen Taigun
VehicleSkoda Kushaq
•5w

I am planning to buy a compact SUV for my father (65+ years old) and would like to get your advice. The car will be used mainly for commuting in rural towns, with occasional city drives and airport trips (around 2-3 times a year). My priorities are: petrol automatic, good space, comfortable seating for 5 people, good fuel efficiency, easy and stress-free ownership, long-term reliability, low maintenance, and comfortable ride quality for elderly passengers. I am considering Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and also Tata Sierra. Do you think the Honda Elevate is still a good choice, or would you recommend another model that meets my requirements?

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•5w

The Honda Elevate is still a very good choice for your requirements. It is a simple, reliable and easy-to-own car with a comfortable ride and a proven naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a smooth CVT automatic. For your father's usage pattern - rural town commuting, occasional city drives and airport runs - the Honda car's fuss-free ownership experience, good ground clearance and comfortable seating make it a strong contender. It is, however, a bit on the noisy side.That said, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder mild hybrid is also worth serious consideration. This Toyota car offers better fuel efficiency, a comfortable ride and Toyota's strong reputation for reliability and low maintenance. The mild hybrid system provides a noticeable efficiency advantage in mixed driving conditions, and the car is well-suited to long-term ownership. However, its back seat and boot space aren't as good as the Honda's.Between the two, the decision comes down to priorities. If you value hassle-free simplicity and a proven ownership experience, the Elevate is the safer bet. If fuel efficiency and Toyota's ownership reputation are more important, the Hyryder mild hybrid is the better choice. Both cars are well-suited to your father's needs, and you cannot go wrong with either.

VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
•6w

Hi, I have been using the Hyundai Creta SX(O) diesel for the past seven years. I drive about 500 km on weekends, mostly on highways. I am planning to buy an SUV by the end of this year in the Rs. 25 lakh price range. I like the VW Taigun, Kia Seltos, and Tata Sierra. I prefer performance over mileage. Kindly suggest.

Verified
•6w

Based on your usage, we'd recommend the Volkswagen Taigun GT 1.5 TSI DSG. The Volkswagen Taigun mileage is 19.54 kpl for the 1.0 TSI AT, 19.98 kpl for the 1.0 TSI MT, and 18.85 kpl for the 1.5 TSI DCT.Covering around 500km on most weekends, primarily on the highway, and prioritising performance over fuel efficiency, the Taigun is the most engaging SUV on your shortlist. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is strong and refined, while the DSG gearbox complements it beautifully, making it a genuinely enjoyable car to drive. It also has excellent high-speed stability and feels more involving than both the Seltos and the Sierra. The Taigun price starts at Rs 11.00 lakh (ex-showroom).One SUV that isn't on your shortlist but is well worth considering is the Mahindra XUV 7XO. While your Rs. 25 lakh budget won't get you the absolute top variant, it will still buy you a well-equipped model that feels like a significant upgrade over your current Creta. It offers a spacious cabin, strong performance and a more premium overall experience.

VehicleVolkswagen Taigun
VehicleTata Sierra
VehicleHyundai Creta
VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleMahindra XUV 7XO
•12w

I have been driving a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TDI for the past 13.5 years and have clocked around 1.2 lakh km with it. It is a car I absolutely love, and despite test-driving many newer vehicles while looking for an upgrade, I am still struggling to find something that matches its combination of punchy performance, handling, steering feel, solidity, and overall driving quality. I am now looking to upgrade to an SUV with a budget of around ₹25 lakh. So far, I have test-driven the following: Renault Duster 1.3 Turbo Petrol Manual - contrary to the hype, I found it quite disappointing Tata Sierra 1.5 Petrol Automatic - comfortable, but it felt underpowered MG Hector, MG Astor, and Mahindra XUV700 - none of them really connected with me as a driver Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 TSI GT - this came closest in terms of driving feel, but the build quality and solidity still did not feel as robust as my older CBU Polo Volkswagen Tiguan - liked it, but it is unfortunately beyond my budget I am not inclined towards the Hyundai Creta or Kia Seltos because build quality and safety are very important to me. My driving usage is around 70% city and 30% occasional highway trips, although I would like to increase my long-distance driving in the future. Could you please suggest some strong options that offer solid build quality, engaging driving dynamics, good safety, and an overall premium driving experience that could genuinely feel like a worthy upgrade from my Polo?

Verified
•12w

Do note, only the Volkswagen Polo GTI was brought to India as a completely built unit (CBU); the regular Polo was locally manufactured, although the localised content varied over time.Coming to your question, you seem to have tried all the options available, and none have caught your fancy. In that case, we would recommend that you look at pre-owned options instead. A two- or three-year-old Skoda Kodiaq or Volkswagen Tiguan should fall within your Rs 25 lakh budget, and both have the same solid European build quality and are powered by a strong 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. You will enjoy driving both Skoda and Volkswagen cars, which will feel like a proper upgrade from your outgoing car. Look for a car that's still covered by factory warranty for greater peace of mind.

VehicleSkoda Kodiaq
VehicleVolkswagen Tiguan