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Volkswagen Taigun garners 1 lakh domestic sales

Volkswagen Taigun has crossed the 1 lakh domestic sales milestone in India. The midsize SUV was introduced in the country back in September 2021 and took just over 5 years to retail 1 lakh units. By the end of September 2026, the Taigun had reached 99,095 sales, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). The remaining 905 units were sold in the first half of October 2026.

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Volkswagen Taigun: Strong contender in the midsize SUV segment

Take a look at the Taigun’s sales breakdown by fiscal year.

Fiscal Year	Units Sold
FY2022	16,889
FY2023	21,736
FY2024	20,485
FY2025	19,910
FY2026	12,912
FY2027–	7,163 (through September 2026)
Total	99,095

Volkswagen has exported 52,751 units of the Taigun to global markets since its launch in 2021. Here is a quick breakdown.

Fiscal Year	Exports
FY2022	2,851
FY2023	7,958
FY2024	12,621
FY2025	14,903
FY2026	10,897
FY2027–	3,521 (through September 2026)
Total	52,751

The Taigun got a much-needed facelift back in April 2026. In India, the SUV comes in 7 trims – Comfortline, Highline, Highline Plus, GT Line, Topline, GT Plus Chrome, and GT Plus Sport. There are 2 engine options on offer. The 1.0-litre engine generates a maximum power output of 113hp and 178Nm of torque. It can be mated to a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine churns out 147hp and 250Nm. It is paired with a 7-speed DSG.

The packed feature list of the Taigun is one of the main reasons behind its popularity in India. Its dashboard houses a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. There is wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity on board. Other features include powered and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, a smart touch Climatronic air conditioning system, a 6-speaker audio system, ambient lighting, wireless charging, and more.

On the safety front, the SUV packs 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS with EBD, Multi-Collision Brakes (MCB), Brake Assist (BA), 3-point seatbelts for all passengers, and more as standard features across all variants. It has been awarded a 5-star safety rating by the Global NCAP.

Final Thoughts

Prices for the Taigun start at Rs 11 lakh and go up to Rs 19.47 lakh in India. Its pre-facelift version is often offered with big discounts. The SUV rivals the Skoda Kushaq, Hyundai Creta, Honda Elevate, Kia Seltos, Citroen C3 Aircross, Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Utkarsh Joshi

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