The Taigun is also expected to get electric seat adjustment and footwell illumination next year.

Volkswagen introduced the new Rising Blue exterior colour on the Taigun Anniversary Edition. Now, the company has made this shade available across all variants of the SUV.

Besides Rising Blue, the Taigun’s colour palette also includes Carbon Steel Grey, Wild Cherry Red, Curcuma Yellow, Reflex Silver, and Candy White.

Apart from the revised colour options, no other changes have been made to the car. That being said, we have learned that the Taigun will get electric seat adjustment and footwell illumination next year. The same features will also be offered on the VW Virtus, Skoda Kushaq and Slavia.

The 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engines will be carried over unchanged. Lower variants are powered by the smaller engine that makes 113 BHP and 178 Nm, while the larger unit puts out 148 BHP and 250 Nm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

We liked the interiors of the Kia Seltos & Hyundai Creta but eventually ruled them out because of safety concerns.

BHPian Learner recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Dear BHPians,

A friend needs advice regarding his new car purchase. Please guide him.

"Seek your guidance in choosing a car for my family. We're planning to buy our first car, from the compact SUV segment which will mostly be driven in the city and occasionally on highways. After test drives, have narrowed down my search to 2 cars: Taigun 1.5 DSG and MG Astor 1.3 Turbo (TC). Liked the interiors of Seltos and Creta as well but ruled them out because of safety concerns.

While Taigun is definitely more fun to drive, it is a big step down interior and features-wise as compared to MG. I am also worried about VAG DSG gearbox reliability. Have read multiple stories online of DQ200 breakdowns. Don't want that fear at the back of my mind every time I drive.

Wife is more inclined towards Astor because of its interiors and lovely sunroof. Also, it comes with a reliable Torque Converter. Two worries I have with it are the low mileage (have seen it as low as 5-6 in some reviews) and also not sure about the brand MG as it is relatively new in India, and therefore no long-term owner reviews are available.

If anyone has experience with any of the 2 cars or has any suggestions, would greatly appreciate it. Thanks."

Here's what BHPian Col Mehta had to say about the matter:

MG Astor, any day!

For those high-quality interiors (far better than those disappointing ones in VW/Skoda twins), a more reliable TC gearbox and better road presence. The 1.5 TSI DSG is an amazing car to drive though (of course reliability is a big concern with DSG). The recent safety rating of 5 stars is a big plus, but then the Astor is an international product with a good safety rating and by the look and feel of it, it does feel like one.

Here's what BHPian agambhandari had to say about the matter:

Since you will be driving mostly in the city and lesser on the highway, I believe the best choice is in fact the 1.0 TSI AT Taigun. It is faster and smoother in the city than the 1.5 DSG and is yet cheaper and more reliable (at least the gearbox). Astor is more show than go and even the 1.0 TSI is faster than its 1.3 Turbo.

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The Taigun and Kushaq seemed to be the only cars that fit my bill and I preferred the Taigun's design and hence my money went here.

BHPian Raastapopulous recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I purchased a VW Taigun 1.0 TSI MT Highline back in October and here is my ownership report:

Why this car?

I stay in Mumbai with frequent runs to Alibaug, where I run a restaurant. Hence I needed something which has good highway manners, a great built quality to last me a few years, decent ground clearance to tackle some of the rough Alibaug roads and compact enough to squeeze through Mumbai traffic and find parking fairly easily.

The Taigun and Kushaq seemed to be the only cars that fit my bill and I preferred the Taigun's design and hence my money went here.

Why the variant?

It was purely a monetary decision, plus I didn't want the lower fuel economy of an Automatic. I paid 17.3 lacs on-road (Company reg + extended warranty + 5 yr service pack + complete insurance cover).

Interiors and features:

The interiors and features are a significant compromise compared to the Topline model (it also costs 2.5 lacs more than this one). The only feature I miss not having is keyless entry with push button start, I could live with not having a sunroof, climate control, cosmetic improvements inside and outside, projector LED lamps etc.

The seats are fabric and are quite bad. It almost feels like how a low-quality cotton t-shirt gets very rough after years of hard washing. This is especially true of the center armrest where my elbow became red after a long drive due to the rough texture grinding against my skin. The seats also absorbs a lot of dust, 2 days into taking delivery I smacked my seat and saw a cloud of dirt. I am strongly considering buying seat covers.

The Android Auto / Infotainment software is a bit 'confusing' in some aspects. There seem to be 2 modes - one with Android Auto and one without, even though both do pretty much everything except for google maps navigation (android auto only). Switching between the two gets a bit buggy at times. There are moments when the connection suddenly stops and I have to reconnect my phone. I also found on multiple occasions that Android Auto causes my phone to freeze and eventually crash. I am not sure if this is a phone problem or a system problem, yet to try this on a different phone to check.
There also is no option of answering calls from the steering-mounted controls, you have to take your eyes off the road and tap on the screen. This is a big miss especially since they have given buttons for stuff that didn't need steering-mounted buttons.

The wireless charging pad is also very glitchy. It keeps throwing up an error that the charging pad has an object disturbing it, where there is nothing. I have tried removing my case, and cleaning the phone back and the charging pad but it still refuses to work.

How does it drive?

The 1.0 is a decent all-rounded engine that has good bursts of speed to overtake and has enough stability to easily cruise at 120-140 speeds. The ride is a bit stiff at low speeds but I find myself being able to drive over small speed breakers at higher speeds without feeling any sharp movements.

The engine almost sounds like a diesel, especially in idle and lower gears. Most passengers immediately assumed I had a diesel.

I am particularly not fond of the gearbox and find it a tad notchy. I somehow struggle to find 4th gear if I need to downshift from 5. The neutral point is not actually right above 4th gear, and is more between 2nd and 4th. I had a bit of a scare as well once when I was unable to do this and eventually started slotting into 3rd directly from 5th.

The turbo lag gets a bit frustrating, especially if you want a quick overtake. If you are driving below a certain RPM in 2nd/3rd, it can take a second or two to kick in and suddenly you feel yourself getting pushed back into your seat with the burst of power. This is fun but can also get scary if you need to break suddenly.

Don't get me wrong, I LOVE this car. I may have mentioned most of the negatives than positives but I honestly feel this is the best multi-purpose car in the market. Small, but not too small, can tackle some rough roads well, good safety, decent engine, it seems to tick all the right boxes for someone who needs 1 car that can do it all.

The only 2 things I would want to change - the terrible seat fabric and the addition of keyless entry with push button start. Else this car is perfect. I have already racked up 1200 km in 1 month and I am looking to do a lot more!

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The steering is very controlled and responsive. Driving in traffic as well as in highway at good speeds, it lets you feel confident in where the vehicle goes when you turn the wheel.

BHPian asmr recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

9 months of ownership, 5500+ kms. Time has indeed flown fast.

My Taigun 1.0L AT Topline crossed 5000 kms in the first week of August. 2 free checkups done, along with 2 to 3 visits to ASC to address the door squeaking noises, paid upgrade on the vehicle horn and then a forced visit to the ASC for an error that showed on the digital instrument console.

My impressions on the vehicle, after being the sole driver in it this far, are as below. It might be like I am restating a few known things and many obvious things, but just collating here for the record:

• The car is very spacious for 4 people. Even those that are 6ft tall and not of thin build will find ample legroom and comfortable seating, both in the front and back seats. A 10yr old child can adjust as the 5th person in the back but anyone bigger will find it a tight fit. You can carry sufficient luggage for 4 to 5 people for a 3 day trip very easily in the boot.
• The Taigun pulls very smoothly from 0kmph to slow speeds, even in bumper to bumper traffic. With hill hold for those stops on inclines, and a smooth torque converter transmission, you will not be stressed in any way.
• There is power on demand. There are very few occasions where I had felt any lag but it has never been a concern. Even fully loaded, the car doesn't feel sluggish at any point, not on the plains, not in ghat sections as well.
• The steering is very controlled and responsive. Driving in traffic as well as in highway at good speeds, it lets you feel confident in where the vehicle goes when you turn the wheel.
• Ride is very comfortable. Given the stiffer suspension, slow speed ride might be a bit bumpy but you will find that on decent roads, the car holds up very well. There is little bit of vibration in the place near the handrest during the initial 30 to 40s after a cold start, but as soon as RPM comes back to 1000, it settles down nicely.
• The anti friction tape in the door contact areas is losing it's hold on the cabin noise. The car sounds more noisy on bad, uneven roads. Add to it the panel noises from the dashboard which started recently at ~4700kms on the odo, which is another major disappointment. On normal roads, it is pretty quiet for the most part.
• Mileage is extremely sensitive to your driving style, traffic conditions and grade of petrol being used. The ARAI fuel economy numbers are just imaginary.  With an overall 60%-40% split on city vs. highway rides, my average mileage is just over 10Kmpl, running mostly on XP95 from IOCL. Idling and bumper to bumper traffic (which I face a lot) kills your mileage like crazy, almost on the same level as flooring the gas pedal.
• ACC is a problem. Park your vehicle out in the open on a hot day and you will find the ACC struggling to cool down the interiors. With a bit of effort, like venting your cabin and switching to a higher fan speed manually, you can speed up the process. But yes, pretty underwhelming ACC for a car that costed me close to Rs.2mil. The only saving grace are the ventilated seats but they are available only for the front passengers.
• The LED Headlights are just ok. In normal nights, it is fine, but seem very under-powered in rains as well as in areas where there is heavy traffic in the opposite direction.
• I had upgraded to VW dual tone trumpet horns. Cost was Rs.2400/-. They are pretty good but I sometimes have to wonder if the stock horns were better in getting attention from people all around.
• I have decided that I am not a fan of the auto dimming IRVM. Can't really put a finger on why though.
• The auto folding SRVMs are a boon, as is the rear wiper.
• The stock MRF Wanderer tires are fine but I am still not very confident on taking sharp turns at a higher speed. It feels like I am turning on a jelly road at certain places.
• Braking has been pretty good in this car. I had posted a video (Pics: Accidents in India) on an accident that I avoided, thanks to the excellent braking. The video showcases braking at a slower speed (~35Kmph) but even at higher speeds, the car feels solid while braking hard.
• I would have loved to have the engine idle start/stop as an option, along with full fledged TPMS. I would take both as paid upgrades if they are given. I would also be considering upgrading to better, aero wipers after some more observation this rainy season.

Here is my mileage tracker + a new chart I built, just for the sake of it. The last mileage of 7.97 was mainly due to heavy traffic runs + idling during 3 days spent at the ASC for troubleshooting the Error message shown on the Instrument panel screen, compounded by the fact that in the last refueling, the attendant in the petrol bunk thought the auto cut off was working but it didn't and the petrol gushed out quite a bit before he stopped it. That is throwing the calculations off quite a bit, I think.

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The parking camera didn't pop on the screen, and the steering felt heavier than usual. We drove it around and realized everything wasn't right, so we stopped and called the service center.

BHPian MismatchD recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello everyone! I was planning to do an ownership review/mini travelogue of the experiences with our Taigun here, but something else was in store for us to face.

A few days back, after having it idle for around a week, we turned on the car, and heard a loud beep followed by continuous beeps, with (almost) every single warning light on the instrument cluster on and the following messages:

Of course we were flabbergasted, as the car isn't even 2 months old. Hopeful that it was just a glitch, we started the car, and everything seemed to be normal, until we put the gear on reverse. The parking camera didn't pop on the screen, and the steering felt heavier than usual. We drove it around and realized everything wasn't right, so we stopped and called the service center.

In 15 minutes, two people from Volkswagen Madurai arrived and checked the car, and came to the conclusion that it's not possible for all parts to fail and the same time. They open the bonnet and look around and behold, a RAT NEST!

Here's a picture of the rat nest. Sorry for the blurry picture, the nest was inside the wiper frame, and I couldn't capture a good picture.

Our SA told us that we could tow the car to the service center or have one of their service people drive it there. I didn't want to tow the car nor risk someone's life on a faulty vehicle, so the SA told us we could book a flatbed through roadside assistance. Did the same through the toll-free number and the flatbed arrived the next morning.

And off it went to the service center! (Couldn't click a picture as I was away, dad took care of everything)

Both, the sales advisor and the Service Assistant were very responsive and informed us of every step they were doing. This car being our first German, I was quite scared thinking about the bill after reading countless horror stories about German car service costs.

We were informed that only the wiring was damaged, and the final bill amounted to around 6000 Rupees, including additional requests like wire protection, rat repellent coating and car wash. This was a BIG relief, as I was expecting a way bigger bill. Looks like VW 2.0 is doing well on that part.

We had the car delivered to us by this evening, with a perfect job done everywhere, especially the cleaning. Oh boy, I could never match that shine with my cleaning, experts are indeed experts. A big shoutout to Ramani Volkswagen, Madurai for their amazing and fuss-free servicing.

Now that our Taigun is back to its former glory, is there anything I could do to protect it from future rat infestations? I would love to hear some ideas from the community.

Here's what BHPian prabhu7944 had to say on the matter:

Nice to read about the responsiveness of service center. Time-tested idea is placing small bunch of tobacco leaves which you can get from bunk shops and maybe you can change the parking place of your car a bit every now and then.

Here's what BHPian kaushiksudra had ro say on the matter:

Had the same issue a few years back. And it had made a nest in my Ecosport and got simliar issue wherein almost everything stopped working. Not just once, but thrice. Used tobacco as suggested by Bhpian Prabhu. But even that wasnt of much use. The best way is to shift your car to a different location for a few days (if you've an alternate car park that, though not stationary) and park it in reverse one day and other day facing front. Hope it helps. But be careful and vigilant as once they find they just never go away.

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The clincher was when the Taigun and Kushaq got the safety rating. Around similar time frame, the news of all the issues getting resolved also started coming in.

BHPian tabadhtodh recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

First post coinciding with the delivery of my first car purchase! Just brought home a Volkswagen Taigun 1.0 TSI AT. Manufactured in October 2022.

Buying journey:

Even before test driving anything, my heart always wanted Taigun or Kushaq. The car that I’ve driven the most in my life (7-8 years) is the Polo, so I had a soft corner. However, the AC issues were a deal breaker. I could deal with break noise or creaks, but not a sub-optimal AC in NCR summers (GT+ was out of my budget). Broke my heart, but I proceeded with my search.

My search started with Nexon EV max but couldn’t justify spending 20+L on a car which I would be hesitant to take on trips. I would definitely jump on the EV bandwagon for my next car when the whole ecosystem is more mature.

Then I was very seriously considering the City VX CVT. However I just didn’t see myself in a sedan yet. I find them too long for city daily commute. The car was perfect otherwise. Head said yes, heart wasn’t set yet. It stayed in the consideration set.

Then I was in a phase where I thought spending upwards of 15L on my first car was too much so started seriously considering Magnite and Kiger. Ruled out Kiger because it doesn’t have ESP (safety was my top criteria). Magnite, again, just couldn’t convince myself. Seemed like I was settling - the interiors were too drab, Nissan's focus on India was unclear, the quality/fit and finish made it clearly seem like a sub 10L car, I would have gone for the turbo CVT variant.

Considered Hyryder strong hybrid for a brief period, but mid variant on road was coming above 18-19L. Then I also realised it’s a) bigger than what I’d like for city use b) underpowered for my taste. c) most importantly had a 6 month waiting which I could not wait at all.

At this point, I didn’t have a clear winner in my mind. I was reading posts, watching videos, going through forums all day long.

The clincher was when the Taigun and Kushaq got the safety rating. Around similar time frame, the news of all the issues getting resolved also started coming in. AC software update, creaking noise clear fix etc. And then I took the plunge

Why Taigun over Kushaq?

• 10 inch infotainment with Wireless CarPlay.
• Subjective, but exterior looks. I like the tail lights, and the front is very nice and timeless.
• Have a Polo in the house and have had a really good experience thus far.
• Also subjective, but interiors. The floating infotainment seems like an afterthought vs the well integrated one in VW.
• Digital cockpit. Super minor reason, wouldn’t have minded the analog one too.

How's the experience been so far?

Overall, I'm loving it.

Pros:

• Drives like a charm. Lovely steering (light at low speeds, weighs up well with speeds), good turbo range (kicks in around 1700-1800 rpm), confidence inspiring braking.
• Really good visibility - coming from a Polo, I can see more of the bonnet.
• Enjoying the frills - lovely 10 inch screen with seamless wireless car play, ventilated seats work well (less noisy than what people have been saying on the internet), auto dimming IRVM, auto headlights, digital cockpit showing me techo, speedo and bunch of trip details in a beautiful layout. All this adds to a nice well-rounded experience.
• The transmission is really smooth. No one can feel the gear changes. I don't even know how perceptible would DSG changes be to me after this...but I've not been pushing it so far, so I'll hold full judgement here.
• Decent suspension. You feel the bumps, but even above 40-50kmph, it takes them into its stride really well. I would take this + stability over a bouncy but soft suspension.
• Feels solid. Everyone in my family who's seen it and played around has said this. And this is after everyone having driven or used the Polo. The roof liner is sorted now. The dashboard while hard plastic, feels solidly built. Signature door thud (bliss!).

Good NVH levels (mind you, I have not pushed it beyond 4K RPM yet so don't know how thrummy the engine can get).

Cons:

• Man, I hate those touch AC controls. Have already pressed the defogger button multiple times while changing the temperature. The system in Polo was perfect - simple display with tactile rotary knobs. Simple button for Auto AC.
• This might be placebo and no one else has noticed, but I thought I heard fainnnttt creakiness from the left door. This doesn't have the door beading tape installed yet - will anyway get that done at the 1K check-up/service.

That's it! I legit don't miss or need anything else in my car. It has all the creature comforts for me, and satiates my moderate power/thrill requirements. Would I have loved the 1.5 more? For sure! Would I have wanted to pay 3-4L more for a <5% use case? Nope. Also considering DQ200's history, I'll sleep more peacefully with this gearbox+engine combo.

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I've shortlisted four cars including an electric vehicle - VW Taigun, Kia Seltos, MG Astor and ZS EV.

BHPian newuser24 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello everyone!

I am looking to buy my first car (also driving for the first time) with a maximum budget of 25L. Here are my requirements in decreasing order of importance.

• Safety - sad to see that safety has been an afterthought for most manufacturers in India until recently. I would prefer a safe car with 4 or more airbags, solid safety ratings (doesn't have to be a perfect 5) and electronic/mechanical aids as well (ABS, ESC, EPS, emergency brakes, collision detection, hill hold, impact beams, rear cameras, isofix mounts, all-seat seat-belts, possibly ADAS).
• Comfort - I am a hefty 6' 1" guy and headroom, leg room, and default steering/seat/headrest positions in most cars are uncomfortable for me. Unless it's a roomy SUV with adjustable everything, I cannot imagine being comfortable. I also live in a city that is as humid as it is hot so a solid AC is a must and ventilated seats will be a blessing. Has to be an automatic for obvious reasons.
• Reliability - I would prefer a car/brand that is historically known for being reliable with very little trouble and tension-free maintenance. Mind you, I am fine with the maintenance being a tad expensive but it should be rare apart from the usual schedule.
• Performance - being a first-time driver, I am told I'll mostly be a sedated one so performance is not that important. As long as the car doesn't struggle with 4 folks and corresponding luggage onboard, I am fine.
• Efficiency - double-digit KMPL in cities is enough for me.

Other points to note

• I plan to keep the car for ~6 years.
• My driving pattern will be 70% city and 30% highways. I am not sure how many KMs I'll run a month but I expect it to be on the low side given I don't need to drive to work (WFH) and I plan to drive mostly for pleasure (movies, visiting family and friends, road trips).
• I am generally advised to avoid diesels due to my low KMPM, DPF issues and the obvious government-backed phasing out of diesels. Please do point out if this is not the case.
• I am a little worried about spending 25L on a car only to drive it infrequently and feel guilty about having it just parked on most days. Has anyone else been in this position? Do you feel regretful? Should I buy a simpler (read cheaper and possibly less comfortable/safe) car until my driving needs become higher? Any advice would be helpful!
• I am also advised not to go for second-hand given the insane prices these days and the maintenance nightmare that I might inherit.
• Long waiting periods are not ok given I would prefer to own the car this year worst-case Jan 2023.

Here are my shortlists

• VW Taigun - pretty much everyone I know recommends this car especially given the recent safety ratings. I test-drove the 1.5L GT Plus variant and found it to be performant and comfortable. Downsides are the missing ventilated seats, meh interiors/exteriors and a couple of other missing features you would expect in this price range. Thankfully a new variant is being launched that has venti-seats but not sure when they will be delivered. Another thought is if I should consider the 1.0L Anniversary edition given it has the venti-seats but apparently it is plagued by AC issues.
• Kia Seltos - another top recommendation. Test drove the GTX Plus DCT which wasn't as powerful as the Taigun but was sufficient for me. The car also has a boatload of features that are missing in the Taigun. Sadly it is considered to be unsafe due to an unstable chassis but the sales bloke said that it's been addressed since the initial launch (not sure HOW). Wondering if I should wait for the 2023 facelift for a better/safer package.
• MG Astor - I haven't driven this but apparently it's a really nice car with great interiors, feature-rich and ADAS! I believe it's a CKU which apparently means better build quality. downsides are missing venti-seats and brand reliability doubts.
• MG ZS - test drove the Excite variant with a friend and it was a surreal experience. while the drive train is the most powerful one, I am not sure if I should dive into EV right away or wait for another 5 years for infra to catch up. It's also missing a number of features when compared to the Astor. Not sure how reliable the brand is.

Also

• Not considering the Kushaq given the notoriety of Skoda dealers, please let me know if the climate around them has improved.
• Not considering Creta given I find the Seltos to be a better package, please correct me if I am wrong on this.
• Not considering XUVs given the waiting periods.
• Compass is too expensive and I have read about too many quality issues with it.
• Nexon/Sonet are too small for me and the engines are very dull.

I would love to hear your thoughts on my shortlist and any other suggestions you have.

Here's what BHPian shancz had to say about the matter:

I would suggest to also TD the Taigun 1.0 AT Topline which should have ventilated seats and given your objective and usage it could be an optimal fit.

The Kushaq could have the ventilated seats at a lower trim but haven't checked lately.

Do check the TDs part of this thread by Poitive which captures your question precisely.

Here's what BHPian bijims had to say about the matter:

With Skoda and VW being sister brands, after-sales and service should generally be similar. I would suggest you take a look at the Skoda Kushaq 1.5L TSI DSG Style Variant with 6 airbags. It is essentially a VW Taigun with a different design and it's got ventilated seats too. A good option to consider as it is the safest car in India right now along with the Taigun.

The MG Hector is due a facelift, you could consider it as well, the current model ain't bad either, the Sharp 1.5L Turbo Petrol AT would fit in your budget, but since the facelift is just around the corner, you would be better off with the facelift (who wants an older generation car when you are spending 25 lakhs!)

The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid would be another good option, but the cabin quality and interior packaging don't feel worth the price in my opinion, nonetheless, you get excellent fuel economy and its feature loaded too.

Here's what BHPian NarediAni7518 had to say about the matter:

There are two more cars I would like to recommend to you:

• The MG Hector facelift is right around the corner, so do check that out it’s a great overall package
• The Toyota Hyryder/Suzuki Grand Vitara

These two cars are quite a compelling package in themselves.

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I did look at the VW Virtus, however, didn't like it and the Jeep Compass diesel AT is out of my budget.

BHPian shilpa3326 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hi fellow BHPians,

I'm on the lookout to buy a new SUV mainly because of the current road conditions while traveling as many areas have roads under construction resulting in patchy roads filled with potholes for a short stretch.

I currently own a Honda Amaze, I used to own a Honda City, however, sold it as the ground clearance was low resulting in me scraping the front bumper whenever I used to take it to my home.

I like the Honda Amaze, however, it's not as fun to drive as my brother's Polo GT, which I just adore. So, I'm mainly looking for something that's fun to drive, has enough boot space, and has a sunroof.

We are a family of 3 and my kid is only 9 months old.

I did look at the VW Virtus, however, didn't like it and the Jeep Compass diesel AT is out of my budget.

So, it has come down to a new Taigun GT Plus, which costs around 22.5L on-road or a preowned T-Roc 2021, which costs 24L. Even though the ride quality is a tad bit stiffer on the T-Roc, I loved the way it looks and drives and as there's no news of a new batch coming in anytime soon, it has come down to either the Taigun GT Plus or a preowned T-Roc. What would you guys recommend?

Here's what BHPian shanxz had to say on the matter:

Welcome to TBHP.

24 lakhs for a 2021 T-Roc seems expensive and someone selling a year old unit raises some red flags but I may be wrong on that.

Do note that the T-Roc is a CBU so any maintenance/repairs is going to cost more than the Taigun 1.5 which has its 1.5 TSI - DSG powertrain as the only major component which isn't localized. On the flip side the T-Roc will definitely feel more premium than the Taigun.

Since you haven't mentioned any specific requirement for more power I would suggest to pitch the Taigun 1.0 Topline against the T-Roc to get a more balanced approach with both cars pitching their USPs of performance, cost, maintenance costs over its expected time with you.

Although I can't suggest a black and white decision, here are some points to consider:

• Get maximum warranty and adhere to the service schedule in kms or time.
• Any DSG unit whether the Taigun GT 1.5 or the T-Roc is recommended to set aside a "DSG fund" of 3 lakhs(safe side) for any repairs arising out of the warranty period if you intend to keep your car for that long.
• The Taigun 1.0 AT is the more economical option in purchase, maintenance and repairs so that's a big USP in its favour apart from the brilliant 1.0 TSI.
• If getting the T-Roc check with VW if the car has undergone its scheduled service and is under warranty.

Hope it helps.

Here's what BHPian androdev had to say on the matter:

Understandable that T-Roc is more appealing, however it would be much easier to live with Taigun due to much better local service support. Taigun GT has a very good drivetrain so you won't be missing out much. Don't underestimate the hassle of owning a CBU car sold in such few numbers. In fact, you might want to check out used Tucson, X1, GLA, V40 etc if you are in the mood for "yeh dil mange more"

Here'd what BHPian yedukrishnan199 had to say on the matter:

A new VW T-Roc used to cost around 27 lakh on-road in Kerala, whereas a one-year used T-Roc costs you around 24 lakhs, it doesn't seem like a good deal to me considering that it is a discontinued model and there are no signs of VW that they are reintroducing it again, Moreover as pointed out by@shancz, being a CBU, maintenance, and repairs for the T-Roc are going to be expensive.

However, the T-Roc is a much better built and luxurious car than the Taigun based on the MQB A1 Platform and it does show in the quality of interiors and build quality. The Taigun is a locally manufactured product based on the MQB AO IN platform designed for India.

So it basically boils down to whether you prefer a brand new car (Taigun) or a used premium car (T-Roc).

Here' what BHPian Guna had to say on the matter:

The T-Roc came with a panoramic sunroof. Other than this, I don't see a strong case for T-Roc over a new Tiguan (Of course you get CBU build quality, some driver assistance features like 'lane assistance' 'front collision warning'.... etc but those advantages are negated by the fact that it is a preowned car and the repair parts would always take much longer to arrive).

But if you personally like the T-Roc (I do), it is a different matter. It would be the case of 'heart 'over 'head'.

Check out BHPian comments for more insights and information.

The 1st Anniversary Edition is identical to the regular car save for a few cosmetic changes. One will appreciate the classic Volkswagen styling lines which make the design feel timeless.

The Volkswagen Taigun has completed one year since its launch in India. To celebrate this milestone, Volkswagen has launched the Taigun 1st Anniversary Edition (related news). The German carmaker invited the media for a mini track day which was organized at the Aamby Valley Air Strip to showcase the car. The timing of the event couldn't have been any better as the Taigun and Skoda Kushaq recently received 5-star ratings in the updated Global NCAP crash tests.

Since the Volkswagen Taigun has already been reviewed by Team-BHP, this report will only focus on changes made to the 1st Anniversary Edition. Read the full official review.

So, what's new on the outside?

The 1st Anniversary Edition is identical to the regular car save for a few cosmetic changes. One will appreciate the classic Volkswagen styling lines which make the design feel timeless:

At the back, there have been no changes made to the car. The horizontal elements make the car appear well-planted:

The 1st Anniversary Edition of the Taigun is available only in the Dynamic Line, Topline variant that is offered on the 1.0 TSI MT & AT:

This 'Rising Blue' paint shade has been introduced with the 1st Anniversary Edition. Other paint options for this edition car include Curcuma Yellow and Wild Cherry Red:

The smaller dimensions of the Taigun mean that it lacks street cred compared to rivals like the Creta and Seltos. It is not restricted to sub-4 meters, which means that the bumpers are functional and not for show. See the blue-coloured garnish on the door cladding at the bottom? It's exclusive to the 1st Anniversary Edition:

While there have been no cosmetic changes up front, the fog lamps have been upgraded to offer better brightness:

Further, you get black ORVM covers and window visors:

The fender badge gets '1st' lettering with a nice design:

All doors come with edge protectors:

C-pillar decal consists of hexagonal elements that reduce in size towards the rear. The elements at the top and bottom are aligned with the window lines:

The black roof is being offered only on the Performance Line. Now, the 1st Anniversary Edition (Dynamic Line) also gets a black roof, albeit a wrap done at dealer level:

So, what's new on the inside?

The car gets the same interiors with minor cosmetic changes:

The steering wheel gets a '1st' badge at the bottom:

We were told that Volkswagen will soon be offering ventilated seats on the 1.5L engine variants as well. The differences in the kit between the manual and automatic variants would be sorted out as well. For instance, the AT gets a perforated leather steering wheel cover, but MT doesn't:

Aluminium pedals from the GT Plus variant on the 1.5 DSG are offered on the AT variant of the 1st Anniversary Edition:

Continue reading the discussion on the 2022 Volkswagen Taigun 1st Anniversary Edition on our forum.

The cars scored 29.64 points for adult occupant protection and 42 points for child occupant safety.

The Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun have been awarded a 5-star safety rating by Global NCAP. The cars scored 29.64 points for adult occupant protection and 42 points for child occupant safety.

As per the test report, the Kushaq and Taigun offered good protection to the head & neck of the driver and passenger in the frontal impact test. The driver’s chest showed adequate protection while the passenger’s chest showed good protection. The cars offered good protection to the knees of both front occupants. While the driver’s tibias showed marginal and adequate protection, the passenger’s tibias showed good protection. The footwell area and the bodyshell were rated as stable.

In the side impact test, the cars offered good protection to the head, abdomen and pelvis. Chest protection was marginal.

In the side pole impact test, the cars offered good protection to the head and pelvis, adequate protection to the abdomen and marginal protection to the chest.

The report further goes on to state that child seats for the 3-year-old and 18-month-old were able to prevent head exposure during the front impact offering full protection.

The test cars were equipped with dual front airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners and load limiters, seat belt reminder, ESC and ISOFIX.