TL; DR
- Launched at Rs. 46.99 lakh, Volkswagen Tayron R-Line becomes the brand’s flagship 7-seater SUV in India.
- Powered by 204 PS 2.0 TSI with DSG and 4MOTION AWD, delivering strong performance and versatility.
- Loaded with a 15-inch touchscreen, Level 2 ADAS, 9 airbags, premium comfort features, and a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating.
Volkswagen has taken its time, but it has finally made a serious statement in India’s premium three-row SUV space. Launched on February 19, 2026, the Tayron R-Line now sits at the top of the brand’s Indian portfolio, bringing global design, serious performance, and tech-heavy luxury into a segment long dominated by established players.
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Volkswagen Tayron R-Line: Pricing & Availability
Locally assembled as a CKD unit at Volkswagen’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar plant, the Tayron R-Line is available for Rs. 46.99 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom).
Bookings are officially open with a token amount of Rs. 51,000, either through the official website or authorised dealers. Deliveries are expected to begin by late February 2026 or early March.
Volkswagen Tayron R-Line: Design
Exterior
At the front, the SUV wears a high-set fascia with HD Matrix LED headlamps, a connected LED light bar, and an illuminated VW logo that makes an unmistakable night-time signature. The R-Line-specific bumper adds larger air dams, giving the SUV a more aggressive, road-focused stance.
From the side, the Tayron has a long, estate-inspired silhouette supported by a 2,789 mm wheelbase. The 19-inch ‘Coventry’ diamond-cut alloy wheels, gloss-black wheel arch detailing, and subtle silver trim along the window line add just enough sportiness without tipping into excess.
At the rear, two-piece wraparound LED tail lamps are connected by a full-width light bar. An animated illuminated VW badge and a sporty faux diffuser complete the look. It’s clean, premium, and unmistakably European.
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Interior
The centrepiece is a 15-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system, complemented by a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit. An Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR HUD) projects navigation and driving data directly into the driver’s line of sight.
Volkswagen hasn’t cut corners here. The ergoActive Plus front seats offer 12-way power adjustment, heating, ventilation, and even a 10-chamber massage function. Additional features include panoramic sunroof, 30-color customizable ambient lighting, three-zone climate control, and an 11-speaker 700W Harman Kardon sound system.
The second row slides and reclines, making access to the third row easier and improving passenger comfort on long drives.
Volkswagen Tayron R-Line: Powertrain
The Tayron R-Line features a 2.0-liter TSI EVO turbo-petrol engine that produces 204 PS of peak power and 320 Nm of peak torque, paired with a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels.
The numbers translate to serious real-world performance. The SUV accelerates from 0–100 km/h in just 7.3 seconds, with a top speed of 224 km/h. You also get six driving modes.
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Volkswagen Tayron R-Line: Safety Features
Volkswagen has equipped the Tayron R-Line generously with safety features.
- 9 airbags as standard
- Level 2 ADAS with Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist, and Park Assist Plus
- 360-degree camera
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- TPMS and ISOFIX mounts
Importantly, the Tayron secured a 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2025, reinforcing its global safety credentials.
Volkswagen Tayron R-Line: Rivals
The Tayron R-Line competes directly with the Skoda Kodiaq, Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, Jeep Meridian, and the Hyundai Tucson.
In a segment where buyers are increasingly demanding luxury, safety, and driving engagement in one package, the Volkswagen Tayron R-Line makes a compelling case. Whether it reshapes the leaderboard remains to be seen, but as a flagship statement, this one is confident, complete, and hard to ignore.
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