VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved

i74js · 24th July 2013, 13:31

The car / CSUV looks good in terms of interiors and fit & finish. Just that things go down in quality because of localization and corner cutting as it is evident in Ford Ecosport India version versus Brazil version. Lets hope that the German Car Maker sticks to same international standards when this machine is offered to Indian.

This can give a good run to Ford in terms of presence and performance.

Nice car to sit & drive I must say.

Vid6639 · 24th July 2013, 13:34

The concept has already been road tested by a couple of international media publications:

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/...t-drive-review

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswa...-taigun-review

volkman10 · 24th July 2013, 13:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vid6639

The concept has already been road tested by a couple of international media publications

There is an existing thread on the same topic!

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/intern...al-taigun.html

rajshenoy · 24th July 2013, 14:49

2016 ? c'mon VW. How many more suffix and prefix will you keep adding to your Vento and Polo series till then ?

2016 seems like VW is targeting the EcoSport and duster owners who get bored and want to change their cars !!

Looks like Ford will enjoy sales till 2015 when XA Alpha and Hyundai SUV will hit the road

johannskaria · 24th July 2013, 14:55

Somehow it looks a bit like the Dacia Duster!

volkman10 · 13th January 2014, 11:50

Volkswagen Taigun compact SUV headed to Auto Expo 2014, could be on sale in 2016 for the Indian market.

Quote:

While the concept shown earlier measured 3,859mm (just under the crucial four-metre mark) in length, Volkswagen is known to be working on a stretched version that will feature a longer wheelbase to free up more interior space, while still keeping the length under four metres. However, it remains to be seen which version of the Taigun will be displayed. As for the cabin, VW has designed it to resemble the simplicity of the latest smartphones. Its clean, minimalist look aims at being visually clear and simple to use.

http://www.autocarindia.com/auto-new...14-369446.aspx

ampere · 13th January 2014, 12:05

If its any where close to the size of Ecosport, as per me it may not make good on sales. I am sure VW would price it on the higher range. (>13/14) And at that rate, with no space, it may not find many takers.

At 15/18 OTR Bangalore (18 being top end), I would say the Honda offering (Vezel would be an ideal upgrade at that price range.

Aditya · 13th January 2014, 16:58

Volkswagen is said to be bringing the Taigun compact SUV to the Auto Expo in February.
Based on the Up! hatchback, the Taigun is less than four metres in length, which means it is eligible for tax concessions in India.
While VW has plans to build the car in India, it is not expected to go on sale before 2016.

Link to Team-BHP News Article

MaxTorque · 13th January 2014, 19:28

Interesting news, I wish the news should be true. Anyways it's going to take another 18-24 months. By the way before launching a product like this one VW should put their sales and service network in order.

volkman10 · 5th February 2014, 13:35

Volkswagen Taigun Asia-specific version to be showcased at Auto Expo 2014!

Features which point to this being an Asian version are a spare wheel on the tailgate. Engine details coming shortly, most likely to be the 1l TSI for petrol, Diesel mill to be ? as of now!

volkman10 · 5th February 2014, 16:28

Taigun unveiled in India. Awesome! For Emerging markets!

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-bftgnjccaaawrbz.jpg

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-bfth3vkccaetu6l.jpg

Cheers!

volkman10 · 5th February 2014, 21:31

VW confirms Taigun for India, but when?

Redesigned for emerging markets, theTaigun looked very impressive.

Quote:

india is an important market for Volkswagen and over the next few months and years, we look forward to launching new products, engineered specially for the Indian market,"

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-vwtaigunconceptnewdelhi041.jpg

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-vwtaigunconceptnewdelhi031.jpg

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-vwtaigunconceptnewdelhi061.jpg

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-vwtaigunconceptnewdelhi051.jpg

VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved-vwtaigunconceptnewdelhi071.jpg

Cheers!

MaserQ · 5th February 2014, 23:48

The Taigun looks like a complete antithesis of the EcoSport. Those who loathe its looks will call it dull and boring, while others may call it elegant and understated.

Thad E Ginathom · 5th February 2014, 23:50

It was good until I saw the interior. Horrible.

a4anurag · 6th February 2014, 00:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thad E Ginathom

It was good until I saw the interior. Horrible.

+1

It does look to overdone an interiors for that car. They should have kept it simple yet sporty and elegant.

The current interiors harm my eyes. What was VW to if when they designed it.

Anurag.

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i74js Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: RJ-02,DL,MH-12 Posts: 1,341 Thanked: 2,193 Times	Re: Rumour: Volkswagen Taigun compact SUV likely for India The car / CSUV looks good in terms of interiors and fit & finish. Just that things go down in quality because of localization and corner cutting as it is evident in Ford Ecosport India version versus Brazil version. Lets hope that the German Car Maker sticks to same international standards when this machine is offered to Indian. This can give a good run to Ford in terms of presence and performance. Nice car to sit & drive I must say.
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rajshenoy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 2,898 Thanked: 2,249 Times View My Garage	Re: Rumour: Volkswagen Taigun compact SUV likely for India 2016 ? c'mon VW. How many more suffix and prefix will you keep adding to your Vento and Polo series till then ? 2016 seems like VW is targeting the EcoSport and duster owners who get bored and want to change their cars !! Looks like Ford will enjoy sales till 2015 when XA Alpha and Hyundai SUV will hit the road
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ampere Team-BHP Support Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 18,082 Thanked: 13,197 Times View My Garage	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved If its any where close to the size of Ecosport, as per me it may not make good on sales. I am sure VW would price it on the higher range. (>13/14) And at that rate, with no space, it may not find many takers. At 15/18 OTR Bangalore (18 being top end), I would say the Honda offering (Vezel would be an ideal upgrade at that price range.
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Aditya Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 18,489 Thanked: 79,425 Times View My Garage	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved Volkswagen is said to be bringing the Taigun compact SUV to the Auto Expo in February. Based on the Up! hatchback, the Taigun is less than four metres in length, which means it is eligible for tax concessions in India. While VW has plans to build the car in India, it is not expected to go on sale before 2016. Link to Team-BHP News Article
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MaxTorque BHPian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Sydney, AU Posts: 936 Thanked: 807 Times	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved Interesting news, I wish the news should be true. Anyways it's going to take another 18-24 months. By the way before launching a product like this one VW should put their sales and service network in order.
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volkman10 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: -- Posts: 23,964 Thanked: 70,267 Times View My Garage	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved Volkswagen Taigun Asia-specific version to be showcased at Auto Expo 2014! Features which point to this being an Asian version are a spare wheel on the tailgate. Engine details coming shortly, most likely to be the 1l TSI for petrol, Diesel mill to be ? as of now! Last edited by volkman10 : 5th February 2014 at 13:37.
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volkman10 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: -- Posts: 23,964 Thanked: 70,267 Times View My Garage	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved Taigun unveiled in India. Awesome! For Emerging markets! Cheers! Last edited by volkman10 : 5th February 2014 at 16:45.
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MaserQ Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,196 Thanked: 166 Times	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved The Taigun looks like a complete antithesis of the EcoSport. Those who loathe its looks will call it dull and boring, while others may call it elegant and understated.
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Thad E Ginathom Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 11,145 Thanked: 27,785 Times	re: VW to develop EcoSport/Duster Rival - The Taigun. EDIT: Project shelved It was good until I saw the interior. Horrible.
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