Volkswagen Tayron

Volkswagen Tayron
2023 Volkswagen Tayron
Overview
ManufacturerVolkswagen
Production2018–present
Body and chassis
LayoutFront engine, front wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
RelatedVolkswagen 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).

First generation (2018)

First generation
Volkswagen Tayron (pre-facelift)
Overview
Production2018–present
AssemblyChina: Tianjin (FAW-VW)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
5-door coupé SUV (Tayron X)
PlatformVolkswagen Group MQB A2
RelatedVolkswagen 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)
Transmission7-speed DSG
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,731 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
Model Displacement Series Power Torque Transmission
1.4 '280 TSI' 1,395 cc I4 EA211 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) 7-speed DSG
2.0 '330 TSI' 1,984 cc I4 EA888 (DPL) 186 PS (183 hp; 137 kW) 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) 7-speed DSG
2.0 '380 TSI' 1,984 cc I4 EA888 (DKX) 220 PS (217 hp; 162 kW) 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) 7-speed DSG

Second generation (2024)

Second generation
Overview
Also calledVolkswagen Tiguan (North America)
Production2024–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV (D)
Body style5-door SUV
PlatformVolkswagen Group MQB Evo
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,791 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
PredecessorVolkswagen 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.[7][8] Production of the Tayron Mk2 will be performed at three locations: Wolfsburg, Germany, Puebla, Mexico and Changchun, China.[9]

In China, the second-generation Tayron will be marketed as the Tayron L to signify its longer dimensions, and to distinguish it with the first-generation model.[10]

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.[11][12] It was unveiled the night before the Automobility LA press days at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show.[13] Unlike the previous Tiguan, the third-generation Tiguan for North America is only available with two-row seating.[14]

Sales

Year China
Tayron[15] Tayron X[16]
2018 20,235
2019 179,428
2020 176,595 12,051
2021 98,536 12,733

References

  1. ^ Holger Wittich, Bernd Conrad (2018-03-28). "VW-SUV-Offensive für China bis 2020: Tharu, Advanced Mid-Size-SUV & Powerful Family SUV". Auto-motor-und-sport.de. Retrieved 2018-10-28.
  2. ^ Sppe Digital Media (2018-07-18). "VW Tayron wird ausgerollt". China-auto.news. Retrieved 2018-10-28.
  3. ^ "Volkswagen Tayron specs".
  4. ^ "Volkswagen Tayron R-Line".
  5. ^ "Volkswagen Tayron GTE Plug-In Hybrid".
  6. ^ Krijgsman, Lars (2020-04-14). "Volkswagen Tayron X is nieuwe coupé-SUV". AutoWeek (in Dutch). Retrieved 2020-04-14.
  7. ^ "The New Volkswagen Tayron Is America's Next Tiguan". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
  8. ^ Razagui, Haitham. "VW Tayron to replace Tiguan Allspace in Aus". GoAuto. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
  9. ^ Kable, Greg (2024-01-15). "New seven-seat Volkswagen Tayron replaces Tiguan Allspace". Autocar. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
  10. ^ Moreno, Thiago (2024-08-14). "VW Tayron L: First image of the Tiguan Allspace successor for 2025". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
  11. ^ Padeanu, Adrian (2023-04-25). "Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace To Be Replaced By Seven-Seat Tayron: Report". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
  12. ^ Ramsey, Jonathon (2024-08-12). "China's 2025 Tayron L hits the web, foreshadowing our 2025 Tiguan". Autoblog. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
  13. ^ "Volkswagen showcases its freshest lineup yet at the Los Angeles Auto Show". Volkswagen US Media (Press release). Retrieved 2024-11-20.
  14. ^ McAleer, Brendan. "2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Drops the Third Row and Adds Power". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
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  16. ^ "Volkswagen Tayron X China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. Retrieved 2021-10-07.