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Volkswagen Tayron uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol unit from the EA888 evo4 engine family generating 204 PS and 320 Nm with standard AWD configuration
The new premium SUV from Volkswagen, the Tayron, has officially entered the Indian market with a sticker price of Rs. 46.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Offered exclusively in a fully equipped R-Line variant and assembled domestically, the model now sits at the top of the brand’s local portfolio as its most upmarket sports utility vehicle.
Powering the flagship is a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol unit from the EA888 evo4 engine family, generating 204 PS along with 320 Nm of peak twisting force. The engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox while the firm’s 4MOTION all-wheel-drive setup is included as a standard fitment.
Performance figures indicate its sporty credentials as the SUV can accelerate from standstill to 100 kmph in just 7.3 seconds and reach an electronically capped maximum speed of 224 kmph. Buyers interested in securing one can already place reservations with a booking amount of Rs. 51,000 through authorised outlets or the manufacturer’s official digital platform.
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Measurement |
Figure |
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Length |
4,792 mm |
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Width |
1,866 mm |
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Height |
1,665 mm |
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Wheelbase |
2,789 mm |
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Boot Space (3 rows up) |
345 litres |
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Boot Space (3rd row folded) |
850 litres |
Inside the cabin, the SUV is equipped with a 15-inch touchscreen infotainment display and a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel. It also features an augmented-reality head-up display that projects driving data onto the windshield. The front seats come with 12-way electric adjustment, ventilation, memory settings, massage function and lumbar support.
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Specification |
Details |
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Engine |
2.0-litre turbo petrol |
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Engine Family |
EA888 evo4 |
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Power |
204 PS |
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Torque |
320 Nm |
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Transmission |
7-speed DSG automatic |
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Drivetrain |
4MOTION AWD |
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0–100 km/h |
7.3 seconds |
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Top Speed |
224 kmph |
Additional interior highlights include a panoramic glass roof and multi-colour ambient illumination offering 30 selectable shades. From a styling perspective, the exterior carries a sport-oriented theme with distinctive R-Line accents integrated into the bumpers and side panels along with IQ Light HD Matrix LED headlamps up front.
The SUV rides on 19-inch Coventry alloy wheels and also features illuminated brand badges at both the nose and tail. Safety provisions are extensive incorporating nine airbags, electronic stability control, hill ascent and descent assist systems and a Level 2 driver-assistance package that bundles 14 active safety functions. Drivers can also adjust vehicle dynamics using selectable drive modes.
Positioned in the premium three-row full-size SUV category, the Volkswagen Tayron competes against established rivals such as the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, Skoda Kodiaq, Jeep Meridian and the upcoming MG Majestor. For instance, the top-end Fortuner costs Rs. 49.59 lakh, Kodiaq at Rs. 45.96 lakh, Meridian at Rs. 37.82 lakh and Gloster at Rs. 43.74 lakh (all ex-showroom prices).
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