Volkswagen Tayron 7-Seater SUV Spotted in India – Could It Rival Fortuner and Kodiaq?

Volkswagen Tayron 7-Seater SUV

The Volkswagen Tayron, which is essentially a 7-seater version of the Tiguan, was recently spotted testing in Chandrapur, Maharashtra. While Volkswagen has not officially confirmed its India launch, the sighting has sparked excitement among SUV enthusiasts. The 5-seater Tiguan R-Line was launched in India in April 2025, and now its bigger sibling, the Tayron, might follow.

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What Does the Volkswagen Tayron Look Like?How Big Is the Tayron Compared to the Tiguan?What’s Inside the Volkswagen Tayron?What Engines Could the Tayron Get in India?Expected Price and Rivals in India Final Thoughts – Will the Tayron Come to India?

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What Does the Volkswagen Tayron Look Like?

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The Tayron seen in India looks almost identical to the Tiguan R-Line. It has the same stylish LED headlights and connected LED taillights with a light bar running across. The front grille has a glossy black finish with an ‘R’ badge, just like the Tiguan. The side profile shows the same dual-tone alloy wheels, and the rear has a ‘Tayron’ badge under the taillights.

How Big Is the Tayron Compared to the Tiguan?

The Tayron is longer and roomier than the Tiguan to accommodate the extra third-row seats. Here’s how they compare:

Length: The Tayron is 253 mm longer than the Tiguan.
Width: It is 7 mm wider.
Height: It stands 9 mm taller.
Wheelbase: The wheelbase is 109 mm longer, offering more legroom.
Boot Space: With all three rows up, the Tayron offers 345 litres of boot space, which expands to 850 litres when the third row is folded.

What’s Inside the Volkswagen Tayron?

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Though the interior was not fully visible in the spy shots, the international model has the same dashboard as the Tiguan. It includes a large 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and a sporty three-spoke steering wheel. The extra space means seating for seven instead of five.

What Engines Could the Tayron Get in India?

Globally, the Tayron comes with three engine options:

1.5-litre Turbo Petrol: 150 PS power and 250 Nm torque (Front-wheel drive).
2.0-litre Turbo Petrol: 204 PS or 265 PS power with all-wheel drive.
2.0-litre Turbo Diesel: 150 PS power and 360 Nm torque (Front-wheel drive).

In India, the 204 PS 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine (already available in the Tiguan R-Line and Skoda Kodiaq) is the most likely option if the Tayron launches here.

Expected Price and Rivals in India

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Volkswagen has not announced the Tayron’s India launch yet. However, if it arrives, it will be priced higher than the Tiguan R-Line (Rs 49 lakh ex-showroom). It will compete with SUVs like the Skoda Kodiaq, Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, and Jeep Meridian.

Final Thoughts – Will the Tayron Come to India?

The Tayron could be a great option for those who want a premium 7-seater SUV with sporty looks and Volkswagen’s trusted performance. If launched, it will give tough competition to established players in the segment. For now, we wait for an official announcement from Volkswagen India.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Volkswagen Tayron’s India launch!

Vicky Gupta