Volkswagen Taigun facelift to launch on April 9

The Volkswagen Taigun facelift finally has a launch date. After the launch of its Skoda counterpart earlier this week, the Taigun has been confirmed to go on sale on April 9. The midsize has been spotted testing on numerous occasions since July 2025. Earlier this week, its Left Hand Drive (LFD) version, meant for export to foreign markets, was spotted testing in Pune.

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Volkswagen Taigun facelift: What to expect?

The Taigun facelift will get some cosmetic tweaks on its front and rear sections. The LED headlamp housings will have a curvier look compared to the current model. The headlamp units will be sleeker. These headlamps will be integrated with eyebrow-style LED DRLs. They will be connected by a sleek light bar running across the grille. In the middle of this light bar will lie an illuminated Volkswagen logo. The grille will sport a new design as well. The bumper at the bottom of the grille will feature horizontal slats instead of a mesh pattern.

Along the sides, the Taigun facelift will get a new dual-tone design for its alloy wheels. Its profile will remain unchanged. At the back, the midsize SUV will get larger LED taillamps. These taillamps will be connected by a light bar. The tailgate will have a cleaner look, while the rear bumper will be more muscular than its current-gen counterpart.

Inside, the 2026 Volkswagen Taigun may get a few tweaks on its dashboard. The automaker may also use premium trims on the door panels. In terms of instrumentation, the SUV will pack a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. The infotainment system will support wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other features like ventilated front seating, a multi-function steering wheel, an electric sunroof, and wireless charging are expected to make the cut. There will be a Level 2 ADAS package on board as well.

The Volkswagen facelift will remain mechanically unchanged. It will continue to be offered in 2 engine options. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine generates a maximum power output of 115hp and 178Nm of torque. It can be mated to a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox. Like the newly launched Skoda Kushaq facelift, Volkswagen could supplement this engine with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine produces a maximum power output of 150hp and 250Nm of torque. It can be mated to a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG transmission.

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Final Thoughts

Prices for the current lineup of the Volkswagen Taigun start at Rs 11.42 lakh and go up to Rs 21.10 lakh. The facelift will demand a small premium over these prices. Volkswagen will drop the first teaser for the SUV next week. Upon launch, it will rival the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Honda Elevate, Kia Seltos, Citroen C3 Aircross, Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara in India.