Volkswagen Taigun Racks Up Over 18,000 Bookings
- by Aniruthan Srithar
- Nov 2, 2021
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The Taigun now commands a waiting period of over two months depending on the variant and location
The Volkswagen Taigun has racked up over 18,000 bookings since its launch on September 23, 2021. The German carmaker was quick to add that the Hyundai Creta rival now commands a waiting period of over two months depending on the variant you pick.
We have collected the waiting period data across most metropolitan cities, which should help you plan your purchase accordingly:
City |
Taigun Waiting Period |
Chennai |
Up to 1.5 months |
Bengaluru |
Up to 3 months |
Mumbai |
No waiting |
Delhi |
Up to 6 months |
Pune |
Up to 1 month |
Kolkata |
Up to 1 months |
Hyderabad |
Up to 1 month |
Volkswagen’s compact SUV is currently priced between Rs 10.49 lakh and Rs 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India). It’s offered in two broad trims: Dynamic Line and Performance Line. The former further expands to Comfortline, Highline, and Topline, while the latter can be had in either GT or GT Plus.
In terms of features, VW’s compact SUV gets a digital driver’s display, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, ventilated front seats (only in Topline), connected car tech, ambient lighting, cruise control, a single-pane sunroof, and keyless entry with push-button start.
Occupants are secured by six airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors with camera, and electronic stability control.
The Taigun is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform and gets a choice of two turbo-petrol engines: a 115PS 1-litre and 150PS 1.5-litre TSI units. Both engines get manual and automatic transmission options.
Take a look at the detailed specifications:
Parameter |
VW Taigun 1.0 TSI |
VW Taigun 1.5 TSI |
Power (PS) |
115PS |
150PS |
Torque (Nm) |
178Nm |
250Nm |
Transmission Option |
6-speed manual / 6-speed torque converter automatic |
6-speed manual / 7-speed DSG (dual-clutch) |
The Volkswagen Taigun rubs shoulders with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq, and select variants of the MG Hector and Mahindra XUV700 5-seater.