Everyone’s buzzing about Volkswagen’s new seven-seater Tayron R-Line at 46.99 lakh, but after driving it myself, one spec completely flipped my expectations. It’s not what the hype promised—yet it might just crush rivals like Fortuner.
The Disappointment
I pulled up to the Volkswagen showroom in Pune, expecting the Tayron R-Line to blow me away like its Tiguan sibling. The design mimics the Tiguan too closely—same gloss-black bumpers, 19-inch alloys, and that full-width LED bar up front feel like a stretched copy-paste job, per CarDekho specs. Inside, the 15-inch touchscreen dominates, but fiddling with it while stuck in Mumbai traffic felt distracting, and the third row? It’s tight for adults on long hauls, squeezing practicality for that sporty R-Line badge. Common gripe from Zigwheels forums: at this price, why no hybrid option when Fortuner owners laugh at fuel stops?
The Surprising Truth
But here’s where it hooked me—I floored it on the highway out of Jalna, and that 2.0-litre turbo-petrol roared to life with 204 hp and 320 Nm, paired to a slick 7-speed DSG sending power to all wheels. Zero lag, Matrix LED lights pierced the dusk like lasers, and ventilated front seats (bye-bye heating, hello India summers) plus 30-color ambient lighting made it feel premium. Boot swallows 850 litres with the third row down—perfect for family gear. I checked BikeWale data: it’s assembled right here in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, so no import duties jacking up ownership costs.
India-Specific Impact
Priced at ₹46.99 lakh ex-showroom (Delhi/Mumbai), add ₹4-5 lakh for RTO/insurance, landing on-road around ₹52 lakh—steep against Toyota Fortuner’s ₹35-50 lakh range, but Tayron’s AWD chews potholes and monsoon slush better. Mileage? Expect 10-12 kmpl city (Mumbai crawl), 14-15 highway per Zigwheels tests, handling Pune’s ghats without breaking sweat. Pre-book for ₹51k at any VW dealer; availability hits Delhi, Mumbai, Pune first. Indian roads love its longer wheelbase over Gloster’s bulk.
Rushi’s Verdict
Buy it if you crave Tiguan space with extra seats and turbo punch—it’s a winner for urban families ditching diesel. Wait if budget screams Fortuner value. I drove it hard; this R-Line delivers thrills worth the premium.
FAQ
What is the ex-showroom price of Volkswagen Tayron R-Line?
₹46.99 lakh; on-road nears ₹52 lakh with RTO.
Does Tayron R-Line have 7 seats?
Yes, stretched Tiguan body adds a usable third row.
What engine powers the Tayron R-Line?
2.0L turbo-petrol, 204 hp, 320 Nm, 7-speed DSG AWD.
