Volkswagen is making a strong push to sell more of its high-end cars in India. They plan to bring out two more expensive models after recently launching the sporty Tiguan R-Line. This shows that the German car company wants to meet the growing demand in India for cars that feel luxurious and perform well.
The Tiguan R-Line, which recently came out and costs ₹49 lakh (not including showroom fees), shows Volkswagen’s goal to offer cars that mix good performance with stylish looks and advanced features. It has a powerful 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that makes 201 horsepower and 320 Nm of turning power. It also has a 7-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive, which makes for an exciting driving experience. Its sporty outside look, with special R-Line bumpers and 19-inch wheels, along with a nice inside with digital screens and mood lighting, makes it a good choice for people looking for a fancy SUV.
Building on this success, Volkswagen is planning to bring two more high-end cars to India in the next few months: the famous Golf GTI and the well-known Tayron SUV.
The Much-Awaited Golf GTI
Car fans in India have been waiting a long time for the Volkswagen Golf, and soon they’ll get their wish. Volkswagen has said that the newest version of the Golf GTI will arrive in India by June 2025. This sporty hatchback, in its updated form (called Mk 8.5), is expected to bring a lot of excitement to the market for fancy small cars.
The Golf GTI coming to India will have a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that produces a strong 261 horsepower and 370 Nm of turning power. Paired with a fast 7-speed automatic transmission, this quick little car is expected to be very fun to drive. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds, and its top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
The Golf GTI Mk 8.5, which will be imported from Wolfsburg, Germany, will come with many premium features, including:
- 18-inch ‘Richmond’ design alloy wheels
- A special system to help the front wheels grip better
- Electronic controls for the shock absorbers (for a smoother ride)
- Special LED headlights that adjust automatically
- LED taillights that have a cool turning signal effect
- 30 different colors for the inside lights
- A climate control system with three zones (so different parts of the car can have different temperatures)
- A 12.9-inch touchscreen for entertainment and information
With an expected price of around ₹45 lakh (not including showroom fees), the Golf GTI is likely to be a popular sporty small car for people in India who love to drive.
The Useful Volkswagen Tayron
The second fancy car from Volkswagen will be the Tayron, an SUV sold around the world that is basically a longer version of the third-generation Tiguan. It will compete directly with the Skoda Kodiaq and will come in both 5-seat and 7-seat versions, appealing to a wider range of customers.
Unlike the Tiguan R-Line and Golf GTI, which are fully imported, the Tayron is expected to be put together in India (in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra) using parts that are shipped in. This could allow Volkswagen to price the Tayron more competitively in the fancy SUV market, with an expected starting price similar to its main competitor (around ₹45 lakh, not including showroom fees).
The Indian version of the Tayron will likely have a familiar 2.0-litre petrol engine that produces about 201 horsepower and 320 Nm of turning power. A 7-speed automatic transmission with two clutches and a permanent four-wheel-drive system are expected to be standard, ensuring good performance and handling. Volkswagen might offer both 5-seat and 7-seat versions to suit different family sizes and needs. The 7-seat version is expected to get around 15 kilometers per liter of fuel.
Key features expected in the Volkswagen Tayron for the Indian market include:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Special LED taillights with a 3D look that can be programmed
- A power-operated back door that opens with a kick
- Front seats that have a 10-point massage function
- Two 15-watt wireless chargers for phones
- A display that projects information onto the windshield
- A 15-inch touchscreen for entertainment and information that can also play games
Volkswagen’s Plan for Fancy Cars
The launch of the Tiguan R-Line, followed by the Golf GTI and Tayron, shows Volkswagen’s main focus on making its presence stronger in the high-end car market in India. This plan involves bringing in popular models from around the world that offer a mix of good performance, advanced technology, and stylish design.
By offering a variety of fancy cars, from a sporty SUV to a performance hatchback and a useful family SUV, Volkswagen wants to attract more Indian buyers who are looking for something special. Putting together the Tayron in India further shows the company’s commitment to the Indian market and its aim to offer competitive prices for its fancy SUVs.
This broad approach in the high-end market, along with Volkswagen’s already popular cars like the Virtus and Taigun, suggests a clear effort to improve the brand’s image and sell more cars in the increasingly competitive Indian car market. The next few months will be important in seeing how well these new fancy cars from Volkswagen are received by buyers.