Clear Volkswagen Taigun Images Reveal Interesting Details
The prototype of the next Volkswagen Taigun was recently spotted in testing without any camouflage in the country. The mid-size SUV carries the iconic grille with chrome bars running through it, LED matrix headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights, an angular hood and a sporty bumper up front. You may notice a lot of chrome treatment around the fog lamp assembly and the entire length of the trunk lid. Lily – Volkswagen Virtus-based sedan launch details in India
Front skid and skid plates, blacked-out roof with silver-finished roof rails, 17-inch two-tone alloy rims, chrome-finished window line, body cladding all around the body, lights LED rear and a roof-mounted spoiler add more to its sporty appeal. The premium GT variant of the SUV will have “ GT ” badges on the front and rear.
The Volkswagen Taigun will be one of the well-equipped cars in its segment. Inside, it will have a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity as well as connected car technology. The SUV will have the brand’s virtual cockpit design with a TFT digital dashboard.
Reports suggest that the automaker could equip the Taigun with the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) system which includes adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection systems, lane keeping assist, steering systems, and more. ‘collision warning, parking assistance, etc.
Under the hood, Volkswagen’s upcoming compact SUV will feature 1.0 L TSI (for lower versions) and 1.5 L TSI petrol engines. While the former will be good enough for 108 hp and 175 Nm, the latter will offer 148 hp and 250 Nm. Check – Volkswagen Polo GTI Facelift New Design Sketch Released
A 6-speed manual transmission will be standard across the entire SUV model lineup. The 1.0L gasoline unit will be offered exclusively with a 6-speed automatic torque converter and the 1.5L will also be available with a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission.
Unofficial reservations for the Volkswagen Taigun have already been launched in India for a symbolic amount of 10,000 rupees. Its launch will take place in the coming months (possibly in August 2021). Here he will face cars like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and the upcoming Skoda Kushaq.
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