Volkswagen Taigun Spied Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch: Pics & Details

Volkswagen is gearing up to launch the Taigun SUV in the Indian market. It will be the first model from the brand that will be launched under the India 2.0 project. Ahead of its launch, the upcoming SUV has been spied testing without camouflage in the country.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

The video posted on Youtube by The Fat Biker showcases the recently unveiled production version of the Volkswagen Taigun testing in the country. The test mule is not wearing any camouflage to conceal its design or features.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

The Taigun has been Made-in-India by the German brand to suit the buyers in the country. It has used the famous MQB platform and modified it to suit Indian buyers and road conditions. The new platform MQB A0 IN is relatively longer than the original platform making for a roomier cabin.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

Starting with the exterior design, the Volkswagen Taigun features the brand's simple design approach. The clean lines give the upcoming SUV a bold stance. It features a sleek-looking front grille with two chrome bars running across.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

The Taigun SUV features the brand's LED Matrix headlamp technology with integrated LED DRLs, fog lamps, and LED taillamps. The increasing popularity of lightbars is seen in the Taigun design with a larger unit placed across the length of the boot lid.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

Other features on the upcoming SUV include front and rear scuff plates, all-around body cladding, chrome-finished window line, 17-inch alloy wheels, a blacked-out roof, silver-finished roof rails, and a roof-mounted spoiler; among others. The Taigun will also be available in the GT spec variant.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

The interiors of the Taigun will include the brand's virtual cockpit design with a TFT digital instrument cluster. It will also feature a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It will support wireless smartphone connectivity such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto & the brand's latest form of connected technology.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

Volkswagen could offer the Taigun SUV with (ADAS) Advance Driver Assisted Technology when launched in India. This includes a lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control and more — here are all the details.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

The Volkswagen Taigun will be offered in two engine options. The lower-spec 1.0-litre engine will produce a maximum power of 108bhp at 5500rpm, and a peak torque of 175Nm at 1750rpm; mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

On the other hand, the larger 1.5-litre engine will dish out a maximum of 148bhp at 5000rpm, and a peak torque of 250Nm at 1500rpm; mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG gearbox. The GT variant will be offered with the 1.5-litre TSI engine as standard.

Spy Pics: Volkswagen Taigun Spotted Testing Without Camouflage Testing Ahead Of India Launch

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The spy pics of the upcoming Taigun SUV without camouflage point to the imminent India launch. The Volkswagen Taigun will rival the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and the upcoming Skoda Kushaq mid-size SUV in the Indian market.

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Article Published On: Thursday, May 20, 2021, 18:45 [IST]
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