Volkswagen Taigun new vs old: Differences explained
Volkswagen has taken the wraps off the Taigun facelift, updating its bestselling SUV in India with subtle styling tweaks, interior updates and a new automatic gearbox option. Rivals continue to include the Hyundai Creta , Kia Seltos , Maruti Grand Vitara and Victoris , Toyota Hyryder , Honda Elevate and MG Astor , along with newer entrants to the midsize SUV segment like the Renault Duster and Tata Sierra . Prices are expected to be announced soon, and here's how the 2026 Volkswagen Taigun differs from the model it replaces. Volkswagen Taigun new vs old: Powertrains The midsize SUV continues to offer choices of 115hp 1-litre turbo-petrol and 150hp 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engines. However, the 1.0 TSI replaces the earlier 6-speed torque converter transmission with a new 8-speed automatic, and due to this, VW claims fuel efficiency has gone up by up to 5.8 percent. Meanwhile, the 1.5 TSI continues to be paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Volkswagen Ta...