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Volkswagen Australia to introduce Tayron SUV in September

Robert Barry · 0 comments

Volkswagen has officially completed its newest SUV range in years with the introduction of the all-new Tayron. 

This five- and seven-seat SUV is positioned between the medium-sized Tiguan and electric ID.4/ID.5, and the large Touareg.

The Volkswagen Tayron range offers a variety of options to suit different needs and budgets, with pricing (excluding on-road costs) as follows:

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  • Volkswagen Tayron 110TSI Life (7-seat): From $48,290
  • Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Life (5-seat): From $53,990
  • Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Elegance (7-seat): From $59,490
  • Volkswagen Tayron 195TSI R-Line (7-seat): From $73,490

Model walk up:

Volkswagen Tayron 110TSI Life

  • Value-packed seven-seater
  • Inclusions: 18” ‘Bologna’ alloy wheels, keyless access with alarm, power tailgate, Area View 360-degree camera, Digital Cockpit Pro, 12.9” infotainment system with satellite navigation, wireless App-Connect, wireless charging, DAB+ digital radio.
  • Safety: Travel Assist (Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist with adaptive lane guidance), Front Assist with Pedestrian and Cyclist Monitoring, Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert, Side Exit Warning, Front Cross-Traffic Assist, oncoming vehicle braking when turning with swerve support, Park Assist Plus, nine airbags (including centre airbag), Dynamic Road Sign Assist.

Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Life

  • Perfect for families prioritizing space and adventure
  • Unique five-seat configuration with a cavernous 885 litres of luggage capacity.
  • Performance: 150kW 2.0-litre TSI engine, 4MOTION all-wheel drive, DCC Pro continuously adaptive damping.
  • Towing capacity: 2,500kg braked (on 4MOTION models).
  • Features: Offroad driving profile for controlled acceleration offroad.

Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Elegance

  • Feature-rich seven-seat family transport focusing on luxury and technology
  • Adds over 150TSI Life: 19” ‘Catania’ alloy wheels, chrome roof rails and trim, rear privacy glass, LED Plus headlights, heated steering wheel, leather-appointed seat upholstery, front comfort sport seats with power adjustment, heating, ventilation, massage, and memory function.
  • Optional: Sound & Vision package ($4,200) with head-up display, Harman Kardon premium audio, 15” Discover Pro Max navigation, HD Matrix LED headlights, Dynamic Light Assist, and dynamic rear indicators.
  • Optional: Panoramic sunroof ($2,100).

Volkswagen Tayron 195TSI R-Line

  • Segment-leading performance and handling dynamics
  • Engine: 195kW, 400Nm 2.0-litre turbocharged engine with 4MOTION all-wheel drive, achieving 0-100km/h in 6.1 seconds.
  • Builds on 150TSI Elegance equipment with: R-Line styling enhancements, unique 20” ‘Leeds’ alloy wheels, HD Matrix LED headlights, premium LED tail-lights with 3D animation, Harman Kardon premium audio, 15” Discover Pro Max navigation, head-up display, progressive steering.
  • Optional: Panoramic sunroof ($2,100).
  • Optional: Black Style option package ($1,500) including 20-inch ‘York’ alloy wheels, gloss black exterior mirrors, roof rails, roof design strip and R-Line front bumper, and interior design elements with a black/dark anodised finish.

According to Volkswagen Passenger Head of Product, Arjun Nidigallu, the all-new Tayron aims to provide an elevated, generously equipped, and supremely practical vehicle at a price that significantly undercuts established players in the mainstream Large SUV segment. 

The cabin is designed to echo the premium ambiance of the Touareg and Tiguan, utilising high-quality materials and contemporary design.

The Volkswagen Tayron is expected to arrive in Australia in September 2025.

Robert Barry

Robert Barry has been reporting on the Australasian automotive and transport sector since June 2003. A member of the New Zealand Motoring Writers Guild since 2005, Robert has also previously held the positions of secretary, vice-president and president. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and on the web. He holds a Class 2 and a Class 4 heavy transport licence and knows his way around a manual transmission.

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