Volkswagen Taigun vs Hyundai Creta

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Volkswagen Taigun

Volkswagen Taigun

GT Plus Sport 1.5 TSI DCT

19.47 lakh

Hyundai Creta

Hyundai Creta

Diesel King Knight AT

20.14 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1493 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Diesel

Gearbox Type

DCT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

7
6

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

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

Max Engine Torque

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

Engine Type

–
Turbocharged

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Fuel & Performance

User Reported Mileage

13 kmpl
17.32 kmpl

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Official Fuel Economy

18.85 kmpl
19.1 kmpl

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

–

Fuel Tank Capacity

–
50 litres

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Twist beam axle
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Turning Radius

5.05
–

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/55 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Steering Adjust type

–
Manual

Steering Adjust

–
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

–

Spare Wheel

–
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4221 mm
4330 mm

Width

1760 mm
1790 mm

Height

1612 mm
1635 mm

Wheelbase

2651 mm
2610 mm

Kerb Weight

1320 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

385 - 1405 litres
433 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Ambient Lighting

Front Seatback Pockets

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Driver Armrest Storage

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Push Button Start

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Dead Pedal

Rear AC Vents

Rear Parcel Tray

Roof Grab Handles

Cooled Glovebox

Climate Control

1-zone
2-zone

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

UV Cut Glass

–

Trunk Light

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bottle Holder in Doors

Power Windows

–
Front and Rear

Door Pockets

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Cup Holders

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–
LED

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Interior Lamps

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

–
Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Safety

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Curtain Airbag

Central Locking

Seat Belt Warning

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Side Airbag

Brake Assist (BA)

Automatic Wipers

Automatic Headlamps

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only
With Display

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Airbags

6
6

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Hill Start Assist

Electronic Stability Control

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Overspeed Warning

Parking Camera

Rear
Rear

Passenger Airbag

Driver Airbag

Rear Defogger

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Rear Washer/Wiper

Dual Tone Horn

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Dashcam

–

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

High Beam Assist

–

Heads Up Display

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

–

Hill Descent Control

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Exterior

Sequential Turn Indicators

Scuff Plates

Roof Rails

Functional

ORVM turn indicators

LED taillights

LED headlamps

LED DRLs

Illuminated Logo

Rub Strips

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Connected LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Projector Headlamps

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

LED fog lamps

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Stop Lamp

–

Spoiler

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Front Fog Lamps

–

Interior

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
Yes with Storage

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Seat Count

5
5

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Speedometer

–
Digital

Tachometer

–
Digital

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Third Row Seats Split

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Third Row Seats

–

Entertainment

Voice Commands

Android Auto

Wireless
Wired

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wired

Speakers

6
8

Display

10.09-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen

Audio System

–

Branded Music System

–
Bose

Front USB port

–
Type C

Inbuilt Music App

–

CD Player

–

Second Row USB port

–
2 Type C

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

–
On-board

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Connected Car Features

SOS Button

–

Driving Analytics

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Geo Fence

Alexa Compatibility

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Find My Car

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Summon Mode

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Phone App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Digital Key

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I’m planning to buy the new VW Taigun Topline MT as my first car. I’m a first-time buyer with no driving experience, but I’m genuinely interested in learning to drive and want a manual transmission rather than an automatic. My annual usage will be around 5,000–7,000km, mostly a mix of city and highway driving, and I intend to keep the car for 10–12 years. Safety is one of my biggest priorities, followed by looks, driving enjoyment and long-term ownership costs. Would you recommend the Taigun Topline MT over alternatives like the Hyundai Creta SX MT, Kia Seltos HTX MT or Duster Adventure? I’m choosing the Taigun because I like its looks, features and driving experience, but I want an honest assessment rather than a recommendation based solely on performance or enthusiast appeal. Would you go ahead with this choice in my situation?

•2w

I want a foreign-made SUV. I currently own an Elevate and now, I want another one. Can you guide me whether I should go with Skoda Kushaq, Hyundai Creta or Volkswagen Taigun?

•9w

Should safety rating a major consideration for buying a car? I drive a 5 star rated car and I feel safe knowing the car I drive is sturdy and well built. Is it really safe or 5 star rating keeps my mind at peace. I feel it is not emphasized enough. Let's take Creta for example. It is the single most dominant mid size SUVs for a decade now but safety is not there as compared to seltos, Victoris, Elevate, Kushaq or Taigun. Creta still dominates. I understand it is going through a major facelift next year but why wait a decade and still do not have a 5 star rating, not even 4. Low safety rating is then but never tested is not an option. Shouldnt it be made mandatory? What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.

•14w

I'm a Female, 5'1", small built, currently drive a Venue (Turbo) automatic, and a Wagon R. I'm looking for a mid size Petrol SUV, 1.5 L turbo, automatic for highway drives, safety (gncap) being my first priority (will retain venue for city driving). Some days I tend to drive 4-5 hrs without a break on Highways. 20-21L on road is my budget. ADAS 2, ambient lighting, illuminated buttons, hill assist, a great music system and seat and seatbelt height adjustments are a must too apart from all other features that I've got in my Venue. (My amazing Venue has never failed me, even in steep hilly terrains of HP and Uttarakhand or dry, scorching highways of Haryana, UP, 200-250 km nonstop with absolutely no engine heating, and that's what I expect from my new car too- never get me stranded ever; ) Love Harrier, hate tata dealerships; love xuv 7xo, hate Mahindra; Love Victoris, hate its rear styling; At present I'm left with Taigun, Seltos and Creta. Is there any SUV that fits my requirements? Thank you. P.S (some other cars I've driven long term are Indica, Indigo XL, Fiat Palio, Ford Figo, Grand Vitara 2010 (imported) etc.) No.of passengers-3- all small built.)

•15w

Dear Sir/Madam, I would appreciate your advice regarding the purchase of a compact SUV for my parents, who are around 65+ years old. The vehicle will mainly be used for commuting within a rural town, with occasional city drives and around 2 airport trips per year. My requirements are: Petrol automatic transmission Good interior space and comfortable seating for 5 passengers Good fuel efficiency Easy and stress-free ownership with long-term reliability Comfortable ride quality suitable for elderly passengers Good after-sales support (service centres of major brands are available within 20 km) I am considering models such as the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun/Kushaq, and similar compact SUVs. Could you please advise which would be the best choice considering space, efficiency, comfort, reliability, and long-term maintenance? Is the Honda Elevate still a good buy compared with the newer competitors? Currently using Dzire