Volkswagen Taigun Sales Cross 1 Lakh Mark: What Makes It So Popular?

4. Gets Two ‘Different’ Engines

The Volkswagen Taigun gets two petrol engines- 1.0L TSI and 1.5L TSI. These differ sharply with their characters. The 1.0L unit produces 115hp and 175Nm while the larger engine lets out 150 hp and 250 Nm. Both get manual and automatic transmissions.

The 1.0L TSI will feel comfortable on open roads and highways that are not congested. In the city buzz, it feels uncomfortable and leaves the driver wishing for more oomph and refinement. It also falls sub-par in fuel efficiency when compared to those of rivals.

The 1.5 TSI is quite a sweet engine. It packs ample oomph and feels fun to drive in both cities and on highways. It gets cylinder deactivation technology that smartly shuts off two cylinders when the vehicle starts coasting. This adds to the fuel efficiency. This engine doesn’t fall too back in city mileage, when compared to the 1.0 TSI and on the highways, it delivers as much if not more than the smaller petrol.

A torque converter automatic comes with the 1.0L petrol while the 7-speed DSG is available only with the larger motor. The good thing here is that VW offers the right engine-transmission combos for the right set of buyers. This diversity is being loved by many.

5. Ride And Handling

The Taigun handles almost like a German car. The suspension has a controlled nature and performs well around corners and in high-speed scenarios. On rough roads, it feels slightly on the firmer side- like you would expect from a German car. People including us seem to love these dynamics.