Volkswagen India at its Annual Brand Conference 2024, unveiled a slew of new product offerings for the Indian market. Reinvigorating its product line- up, the Brand showcased new GT Plus Sport and GT Line variants for Taigun, while also announcing a refreshed line structure for the SUV. Paving the way for the Brand’s new leap towards electrification, Volkswagen India showcased the ID.4 amidst great fanfare.
Sparking excitement amongst SUVW buyers, Volkswagen India today opened bookings for the newly introduced variants Taigun GT Plus Sport and Taigun GT Line. The Brand also showcased a new concept based on the highly popular Virtus sedan that has been developed to exemplify the dynamic and powerful identity of Virtus and further elevates the dynamism of the GT badge on this iconic sedan.
Commenting on this announcement, Mr. Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, “We are elated to showcase the new Taigun line structure for the customers in India with the introduction of GT Plus Sport and GT Line variants. Our new line structure is a testament to the Brand’s commitment of delivering exceptional driving experiences. With the Taigun GT Line, our aim is to further democratize the performance oriented design updates to match the aspirations of our customers, making the coveted GT badge more accessible to all. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability is not just about today; it’s about shaping the future of mobility. As we embark on this journey, we are proud to showcase the ID.4 in India, ensuring a sustainable and thrilling driving experience for all.”
New line structure: Volkswagen Taigun will now be offered to customers in three trim plans: ‘GT Edge’, ‘Chrome’ and ‘Sport’. Under the new line structure, Volkswagen India unveiled two new variants, Taigun GT Plus Sport and Taigun GT Line. The refreshed line structure has been developed to present customers with unique design personas of each line, catering to the visual differentiation and appeal of each trim. GT Edge variants will offer the coveted Edge Collection to customers including both Matte and Black exterior colour options.
Under the ‘Chrome’ line, customers have an option to choose from both engine options – 1.5l TSI EVO (7-speed DSG & 6-speed manual transmission) and 1.0l TSI (6- speed automatic transmission & 6-speed manual transmission). While the new ‘Sport’ line has a new visually distinct ‘dark styled’ identity will be offered to customers in the GT Plus Sport variant with the 1.5l TSI EVO (7-speed DSG & 6-speed manual transmission) powertrain and the GT Line variant with the 1.0l TSI (6-speed automatic transmission & 6-speed manual transmission) powertrain options.
Designed to thrill: Volkswagen today opened bookings for the soon to be launched new Taigun GT Plus Sport. Designed to amplify the bold nature of this SUV in a ‘dark styled’ avatar, the Taigun GT Plus Sport draws synergies from the fun-to-drive and robust tenets of driving a Taigun and will be available to customers in all colour options. The Brand envisioned a new theme for the SUV with the application of black coloured trim fitment across the SUV’s exterior and interior. Taigun GT Plus Sport will boast of 19 Exterior and 14 Interior enhancements that include:
Exterior Enhancement Interior Enhancement
⦁ Carbon Steel coloured roof
⦁ Black coloured roof rails
⦁ Glossy black B-pillar
⦁ Glossy black C-pillar garnish
⦁ Black coloured ORVMs
⦁ Black coloured window bar/ DLO (Day Light Opening)
⦁ Dark chrome outside door handle garnish
⦁ GT Logo in red colour
⦁ Black LED headlamps
⦁ 17” Cassino black alloy wheels
⦁ Black coloured front lamellas
⦁ Black design strip
⦁ Red front brake callipers
⦁ Dark underbody spoiler/ diffuser
⦁ Red coloured GT fender badge
⦁ Black coloured ‘TAIGUN’ letters on boot lid
⦁ Red coloured GT badge on boot lid
⦁ Black coloured rear design strip
⦁ Dark rear underbody spoiler/ diffuser ⦁ Black coloured headliner
⦁ Glossy black dashboard décor
+ edgy opulence inserts
⦁ Red ambient lights
⦁ Dark coloured lower interior
⦁ Red coloured stitching on the steering wheel
⦁ Aluminium pedals
⦁ Red coloured stitching on the front centre armrest
⦁ Black leatherette seat covers
⦁ Red coloured stitching on the seat covers
⦁ Black grab-handles
⦁ Black sunvisor
⦁ Black garnish on A,B and C- Pillars
⦁ Black roof lamp housing
⦁ Black sunvisor holder
Democratizing sporty aesthetics: Over the past decade, Indian customers have aspired to own the much sought-after GT badge that has been a symbol of unparalleled performance and power, commanding respect. Taking a step further, Volkswagen India democratized the GT badge by announcing the new GT Line with the Taigun 1.0l TSI engine (6-speed automatic and manual transmission). Making sporty styled aesthetics more accessible to customers and catering to the aspirations of those seeking the fabled GT badge. Ensuring customer enhanced customer confidence above the 5-Star GNCAP safety ratings, the Taigun GT Line will be offered with 6-Airbags as standard fitment. The Taigun GT Line will be available to customers with ‘Black Themed’ aesthetic enhancements across all colour options. The Taigun GT Line will boast of aesthetic enhancements on exterior and interior:
Exterior Enhancement Interior Enhancement
⦁ GT Line badge – fender & rear
⦁ Black coloured roof rails
⦁ Matte Black finish B-pillar
⦁ Matte Black finish C-pillar
⦁ Black coloured ORVMs
⦁ Black coloured window bar/ DLO (Day Light Opening)
⦁ Dark chrome outside door handle garnish
⦁ Black LED headlamps
⦁ 17” Cassino black alloy wheels
⦁ Black coloured front lamellas
⦁ Black design strip
⦁ Dark underbody spoiler/ diffuser
⦁ Black coloured ‘TAIGUN’ letters on boot lid
⦁ Black coloured TSI badge on boot lid
⦁ Black coloured rear design strip
⦁ Dark rear underbody spoiler/ diffuser ⦁ Black coloured headliner
⦁ Glossy black dashboard décor
+ edgy opulence inserts
⦁ Red ambient lights
⦁ Dark coloured lower interior
⦁ Crystal Grey coloured stitching on the steering wheel
⦁ Crystal Grey coloured stitching on the front centre armrest
⦁ Black leatherette seat covers
⦁ Crystal Grey coloured stitching on the seat covers
⦁ Black grab-handles
⦁ Black sunvisor
⦁ Black garnish on A,B and C- Pillars
⦁ Black roof lamp housing
⦁ Black sunvisor holder
Building on the immense success of its India 2.0 cars, Volkswagen India today unveiled a soon to be launched Volkswagen community that will bring the Brand’s experiences closer to customers and fans alike. Dubbed ‘Volkswagen Experiences’ or ‘VWe’, the community building initiative is another step taken by the Brand to bring customers and fans closer to experiences offered only by Volkswagen.
Aligning with global trends, Volkswagen India is strategically advancing its transition from Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) to Electric Vehicles (EV). This shift underlines the brand’s dedication to sustainability and signifies a significant step towards a cleaner, more environmentally conscious future. The brand showcased the ID.4 in India at the Annual Brand Conference 2024.
Volkswagen India continues to redefine the mobility experience, offering customers an unparalleled driving experience, premium aesthetics, and a range of options to suit individual preferences. The refreshed line-up signifies Volkswagen’s commitment to innovation, style, and performance in the Indian automotive market. For more information, please visit www.volkswagen.co.in.
