Volkswagen Tayron

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Volkswagen Tayron
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2025 Volkswagen Tayron eHybrid
Overview
Manufacturer Volkswagen
Production2018–present
Body and chassis
Class Compact crossover SUV (2018–present)
Mid-size crossover SUV (2024–present)
Layout Front engine, front wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
Related Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Tayron is a crossover SUV produced by Volkswagen. Originally a Chinese market nameplate produced by FAW-Volkswagen since 2018, from the second-generation model the Tayron will become a global nameplate starting in 2024 to replace the Tiguan Allspace (a long-wheelbase version of the Tiguan Mk2 with optional three-row seating).

Contents

First generation (2018)

First generation
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Volkswagen Tayron (pre-facelift)
Overview
Production2018–present
AssemblyChina: Tianjin (FAW-VW)
Body and chassis
Class Compact crossover SUV (C)
Body style 5-door SUV
5-door coupé SUV (Tayron X)
Platform Volkswagen Group MQB A2
Related Volkswagen Tiguan Mk2
Powertrain
Engine
Power output
  • 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) (280 TSI)
  • 137 kW (183 hp; 186 PS) (330 TSI)
  • 162 kW (217 hp; 220 PS) (380 TSI)
Transmission 7-speed DSG
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,731 mm (107.5 in)
Length4,589–4,595 mm (180.7–180.9 in)
4,640 mm (182.7 in) (Tayron X)
Width1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height1,660 mm (65.4 in)

The first-generation Tayron was presented as a near production concept named VW Advanced Midsize SUV during the premiere of the Volkswagen Touareg III in March 2018. [1] At the Chengdu Motor Show in September 2018, Volkswagen finally presented the production vehicle. Since October 2018, it is available in China.

Built by FAW-Volkswagen, [2] the model is powered by 1.4-litre and 2.0-litre turbocharged engine options, paired to a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox. 280TSI, 330TSI and 380TSI trims are available. [3] Other models include the Tayron R-Line [4] and Tayron GTE Plug-In Hybrid. [5]

Tayron X

A variant with a coupé CUV body style called the "Tayron X" was announced in April 2020. It resembles the Volkswagen SUV Coupé Concept that was shown at the 2019 edition of Auto Shanghai. Besides having a different shape, it is slightly longer at 4,640 mm (182.7 in). [6]

2023 facelift

Powertrain

Petrol engines
ModelDisplacementSeriesPowerTorqueTransmission
1.4 '280 TSI'1,395 cc I4 EA211150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp)250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft)7-speed DSG
2.0 '330 TSI'1,984 cc I4EA888 (DPL)186 PS (183 hp; 137 kW)320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft)7-speed DSG
2.0 '380 TSI'1,984 cc I4EA888 (DKX)220 PS (217 hp; 162 kW)350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft)7-speed DSG

Second generation (2024)

Second generation
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Overview
Also calledVolkswagen Tiguan (North America)
ProductionNovember 2024 – present [7]
Assembly
Body and chassis
Class Mid-size crossover SUV (D)
Body style 5-door SUV
Platform Volkswagen Group MQB Evo
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,791 mm (109.9 in)
Length
  • 4,770 mm (187.8 in) (Europe)
  • 4,684 mm (184.4 in)
Width1,852–1,854 mm (72.9–73.0 in)
Height
  • 1,660 mm (65.4 in) (Europe)
  • 1,685 mm (66.3 in)
Chronology
Predecessor Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

The second-generation Tayron was presented at the 2024 Paris Motor Show in October. It is an SUV with optional three-row seating, positioned between the Tiguan and Touareg and replacing the Tiguan Allspace the long-wheelbase and three-row version of the Tiguan Mk2. It is the first Tayron to be marketed outside China. [8] [9] Production of the Tayron Mk2 is performed at three locations: Wolfsburg, Germany; Puebla, Mexico; and Changchun, China. [10]

Markets

China

In China, the second-generation Tayron is marketed as the Tayron L to signify its longer dimensions, and to distinguish it with the first-generation model. [11]

North America (Tiguan)

In North America, where Volkswagen offered the Tiguan Mk2 in a sole long-wheelbase version (with two-row and three-row options), the Tayron is marketed under the Tiguan nameplate. [12] [13] It was unveiled the night before the Automobility LA press days at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show. [14] Unlike the previous Tiguan, the third-generation Tiguan for North America is available only with two-row seating. [15]

Safety

Euro NCAP test results
Volkswagen Tayron 2.0 TDI 4MOTION R-Line (LHD) (2025) [16]
TestPoints%
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Adult occupant:3587%
Child occupant:41.785%
Pedestrian:52.983%
Safety assist:14.580%

Sales

YearChina
Tayron [17] Tayron X [18]
201820,235
2019179,428
2020176,59512,051
202198,53612,733

References

  1. Holger Wittich, Bernd Conrad (28 March 2018). "VW-SUV-Offensive für China bis 2020: Tharu, Advanced Mid-Size-SUV & Powerful Family SUV". Auto-motor-und-sport.de. Retrieved 28 October 2018.
  2. Sppe Digital Media (18 July 2018). "VW Tayron wird ausgerollt". China-auto.news. Retrieved 28 October 2018.
  3. "Volkswagen Tayron specs".
  4. "Volkswagen Tayron R-Line".
  5. "Volkswagen Tayron GTE Plug-In Hybrid".
  6. Krijgsman, Lars (14 April 2020). "Volkswagen Tayron X is nieuwe coupé-SUV". AutoWeek (in Dutch). Retrieved 14 April 2020.
  7. https://www.volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/press-releases/new-suv-from-wolfsburg-the-volkswagen-tayron-is-now-rolling-off-the-production-line-at-volkswagens-main-plant-18845
  8. "The New Volkswagen Tayron Is America's Next Tiguan". Motor1.com. Retrieved 9 October 2024.
  9. Razagui, Haitham. "VW Tayron to replace Tiguan Allspace in Aus". GoAuto. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  10. Kable, Greg (15 January 2024). "New seven-seat Volkswagen Tayron replaces Tiguan Allspace". Autocar. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  11. Moreno, Thiago (14 August 2024). "VW Tayron L: First image of the Tiguan Allspace successor for 2025". Motor1.com. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  12. Padeanu, Adrian (25 April 2023). "Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace To Be Replaced By Seven-Seat Tayron: Report". Motor1.com. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  13. Ramsey, Jonathon (12 August 2024). "China's 2025 Tayron L hits the web, foreshadowing our 2025 Tiguan". Autoblog. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  14. "Volkswagen showcases its freshest lineup yet at the Los Angeles Auto Show". Volkswagen US Media (Press release). Retrieved 20 November 2024.
  15. McAleer, Brendan. "2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Drops the Third Row and Adds Power". Car and Driver. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
  16. https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/vw/tayron/54898
  17. "Volkswagen Tayron China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 7 October 2021.
  18. "Volkswagen Tayron X China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 7 October 2021.