- Volkswagen will launch the facelifted Taigun in India on April 9, 2026
- The updated Taigun features a refreshed design with slimmer LED headlights
- Interior upgrades include new trims, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, and ventilated seats
Volkswagen will unveil the facelifted version of its mid-size SUV, the Taigun, in India on April 9, 2026. The updated model is expected to receive a refreshed exterior design, additional features, revised interior trims, and a new gearbox option for one of its engine variants.
Spy shots of the left-hand-drive Taigun facelift suggest a front end that resembles the Tayron R-Line, with slimmer LED headlights connected by a light bar and an illuminated VW badge. The revised look will also include an updated grille, redesigned front and rear bumpers, and reworked LED tail-lamp detailing.
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Inside, the Taigun is likely to adopt newer trim materials and an updated colour scheme. Some features could mirror those on the Kushaq facelift, including a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a larger 10.25-inch driver's display, powered and ventilated front seats, and an optional panoramic sunroof. An improved air-conditioning compressor is also expected, which should enhance cooling performance.
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The facelift will retain the current Taigun's engine lineup: the 115 hp, 178 Nm 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and the 150 hp, 250 Nm 1.5-litre turbo-petrol. The 1.5-litre unit is expected to stay paired only with the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the 1.0-litre variants will continue with the 6-speed manual.
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On the automatic-only 1.0-litre variant, Volkswagen is likely to replace the existing 6-speed torque-converter gearbox with a new 8-speed unit, similar to the one used on the Kushaq facelift, to improve drivability and refinement.
While exact pricing has not been confirmed, the facelifted Taigun is expected to be positioned slightly higher than the current model, which is listed in the range of Rs 11.42 lakh to Rs 19.18 lakh (ex-showroom). The SUV will continue to compete with rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Renault Duster, Tata Sierra, Honda Elevate, Toyota Hyryder, MG Astor, Citroen Aircross, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq and Maruti Grand Vitara.