The Volkswagen Taigun facelift was officially unveiled on April 9, bringing a subtle yet noticeable design refresh, more features, and added safety tech.
While prices are yet to be announced, the updated SUV continues with the same turbo-petrol engines but introduces new lighting elements, a larger digital interface, and driver assistance features. Here's a clean breakdown of what the new Taigun offers with each variant:
Comfortline
Powertrains: 1.0 TSI MT
The entry-level variant retains a strong safety foundation but keeps features basic. It is aimed at buyers prioritising essentials over technology.
- 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with wired connectivity and 6 speakers
- Touch climate controls
- Multifunction steering
- Body coloured ORVMs with LED indicators and electronic adjustment
- TAIGUN lettering on tailgate in chrome
- Black functional roof rails
- Chrome strips on the front bumper
- Dual-tone interior
- Chrome accent on the air vent slider
- Engine idle start/stop
- All-weather lights with static cornering lights
- Auto-levelling headlight
- Infinity LED tail lamps with sequential turn indicators
- 6 airbags,
- ESC, ABS with EBD
- Electronic differential lock
- Tire deflation warning
- ISOFIX mounts, hill hold control
- LED headlamps and DRLs
- Manual AC, all four power windows
- Rear parking sensors
- Rear wiper, washer, and defogger
- Fabric upholstery
- 16-inch steel wheels with covers
Highline
Powertrains: 1.0 TSI 6-speed MT / 8-speed AT
This is where the Taigun starts feeling more modern, adding key convenience and infotainment upgrades over the base trim.
Everything in Comfortline, plus:
- 10-inch touchscreen infotainment with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- 8-inch digital cockpit
- Cruise control
- Rear parking camera
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Automatic climate control
- Electrically folding ORVMs
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Paddle shifters (with AT)
- Voice assistant
Highline Plus
Powertrains: 1.0 TSI 6-speed MT / 8-speed AT
Everything in Highline, plus:
- Welcome and goodbye tail-lamp animation
Topline
Powertrains: 1.0 TSI 6-speed MT / 8-speed AT
The Topline variant introduces premium features.
Everything in Highline Plus, plus:
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster with Active Info Display
- Illuminated front grille with light band
- Illuminated front and rear logos
- Electric sunroof
- Leatherette upholstery
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Ambient lighting
- Wireless phone charger
- Push-button start/stop
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels
The Volkswagen Taigun facelift continues to be powered by the same engine options. GT Line
Powertrains: 1.5 TSI 6-speed MT / 8-speed AT
This trim focuses on a sportier identity, being the entry point for the more powerful 1.5 TSI.
Everything in Highline Plus, plus:
- GT badging on exterior
- Red accents on grille and doors
- Black-themed exterior highlights
- Sportier interior detailing
- Glossy black strips on the front bumper
- Fabric seats with London Grey stitching
GT Plus Chrome
Powertrains: 1.5 TSI 7-speed DSG
The variant that offers most of the features with a GT badge and a slight discount over the top spec trim.
Everything in Topline, plus:
- GT Lettering on doors in Red
- Leatherette seat upholstery with red piping accents
- GT embroidery on front seats in Red
- Red rear disc brakes
GT Plus Sport
Powertrains: 1.5 TSI 7-speed DSG
The range-topping variant combines performance with the most comprehensive feature list in the lineup.
Everything in GT Plus Chrome, plus:
- Soul Black leatherette seats with red piping and stitching
- No ventilated front seats
Engine and safety overview
The Taigun facelift continues with two turbo-petrol engines. The 1.0-litre TSI produces around 114 bhp and 178 Nm, while the 1.5-litre TSI EVO delivers about 147.5 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. Transmission options include 6-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic, an 8-speed automatic and a 7-speed DSG gearbox, depending on the variant.
Safety remains a strong focus, with up to six airbags, ESC, hill hold control, and multiple driver assistance features available across variants.

