Alright, let’s get straight to it Volkswagen India is raising the bar. The new Tayron R-Line 7-seater is finally coming in. Not just another SUV. This one sits right at the top. Flagship vibes.When I first walked into the showroom, I actually stopped and stared. It’s that sort of presence.
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Engine and Performance
Here’s the thing 2.0-litre TSI turbo petrol. 201 bhp. 320 Nm torque. Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. AWD standard. Sounds good, right? And it is. Driving uphill, the SUV feels confident. But, low-speed maneuvers? Yeah, a little twitchy. Nothing major, just noticeable. One rainy day, I took it on a hill road for a quick spin. The AWD helped, but I had to gradual down greater than I idea.
Still, engine punch? Solid. DSG shifts nicely once you get going.
Size and Practicality
Length 4,770 mm. Wheelbase 2,789 mm. Big car. Three rows fit comfortably, but third row adults, you might feel squeezed. Luggage? 345 litres with all seats up. Fold the third row, and it’s 850 litres. Weekend road trips? Sorted. One time, I packed a family of four plus luggage for a 3-day trip still had room for extra bags. That’s practicality talking.
| Specification | Dimension / Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,770 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm |
| Width | 1,922 mm |
| Height | 1,667 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm |
| Luggage Capacity (All seats up) | 345 litres |
| Luggage Capacity (Third row folded) | 850 litres |
Design and Features
Exterior is sharp. Sculpted body, wide stance, R-Line bumpers, 19-inch diamond-cut alloys. Aggressive yet classy. HD Matrix LED headlamps, animated cornering lights, VW logos lighting up front and rear. Fancy stuff. Inside oh boy. Cabin screams flagship. 15-inch touchscreen, digital driving force show. Three-area climate, panoramic sunroof, 30-colour ambient lighting fixtures. Seats? ErgoActive Plus ventilated, memory, massage. Harman Kardon 11-speaker audio. My nephew pressed every button, came out grinning. True story. It’s that kind of car.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Safety packed Level 2 ADAS, 9 airbags including central, 360-degree camera, Park Assist Plus. Euro NCAP five-star. Golden Steering Wheel 2025 Best Family Car. Europe approves. But don’t think it’s autopilot magic. Small quirks exist, like parking sensors misreading tiny curbs. Been there, noticed that.
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Competition
In India, it goes against Skoda Kodiaq, Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, Jeep Meridian. Tough crowd. But Tayron R-Line has premium feel, space, tech makes a solid case. Minor glitches aside, it impresses. That’s life with new SUVs.
Bottom line not perfect. Third row tight, software sometimes quirky, DSG low-speed jitters. But for families wanting style, space, and sporty feel? Tayron R-Line delivers. My advice? Test drive it, feel it, then decide. Leaves an impression, no doubt.
