Volkswagen Taigun Price After GST Cut - Old vs New Price of Taigun

Published on 19 Sept, 2025, 5:01 PM IST

Updated on 19 Sept, 2025, 5:06 PM IST

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The Volkswagen Taigun has made a strong impression in India’s mid-size SUV segment, offering German engineering, a bold design, and a feature-rich cabin. Built on Volkswagen’s MQB-A0-IN platform, the Taigun shares its underpinnings with the Škoda Kushaq but stands apart with its distinct styling and brand appeal. It offers two turbocharged petrol engines a 1.0-litre TSI for efficiency and everyday usability, and a 1.5-litre TSI with cylinder deactivation technology for those who value performance.

Under the older GST structure, SUVs like the Taigun attracted 28% GST and 17% cess, totalling 45%. This significantly inflated ex-showroom prices, particularly for higher-end trims, and reduced cost competitiveness in a segment that already sees tough rivalry from the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Honda Elevate.

With the rollout of GST 2.0, effective September 22, 2025, the cess has been abolished, and all mid-size SUVs are now taxed at a flat 40% GST rate. This 5% reduction in tax has resulted in a price drop of ₹40,000–₹1.63 lakhs across Taigun variants, making it even more competitive against its Korean and Japanese rivals.

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Volkswagen Taigun (Petrol Variants) New Prices after the GST Cut

All petrol variants of the Volkswagen Taigun — whether powered by the 1.0-litre TSI or the 1.5-litre TSI — now benefit from the revised 40% GST slab. Previously taxed at 45% (28% GST + 17% cess), these trims have seen a 5% reduction, leading to tangible price cuts across the lineup. Buyers now get to enjoy Volkswagen’s premium build quality and German engineering at a lower entry point, making the Taigun more appealing across both performance-oriented and efficiency-focused options.

Taigun Variant	Old Price (Ex-showroom)	New Price (Ex-showroom)	Reduction	Reduction (%)
1.0 Comfortline	₹11,79,900	₹11,39,200	₹40,700	3.45%
1.0 GT Line	₹14,79,900	₹14,28,800	₹51,100	3.45%
1.0 GT Line AT	₹15,89,900	₹15,35,000	₹54,900	3.45%
1.0 Highline	₹12,99,900	₹12,55,000	₹44,900	3.45%
1.0 Highline AT	₹13,99,900	₹13,51,600	₹48,300	3.45%
1.0 Highline Plus	₹14,39,900	₹13,90,200	₹49,700	3.45%
1.0 Highline Plus AT	₹15,49,900	₹14,96,400	₹53,500	3.45%
1.0 Topline	₹16,59,900	₹15,99,900	₹60,000	3.61%
1.0 Topline AT	₹17,99,900	₹17,37,800	₹62,100	3.45%
1.5 GT Plus Chrome	₹18,38,300	₹16,99,900	₹1,38,400	7.53%
1.5 GT Plus Chrome DSG	₹19,58,300	₹18,90,700	₹67,600	3.45%
1.5 Sport GT Plus	₹18,63,300	₹16,99,900	₹1,63,400	8.77%
1.5 Sport GT Plus DSG	₹19,83,300	₹19,14,900	₹68,400	3.45%

Why have the prices been reduced for the Volkswagen Taigun?

The Taigun belongs to the mid-size SUV category, which includes vehicles longer than 4 metres with engines up to 1,500cc. Under the older GST regime, these cars were taxed at 28% GST and 17% cess, bringing the total to 45%. The following table highlights the new and old tax rates.

Category	Old GST	Old Cess	Old Total Tax	New GST	New Total Tax	Change in Tax
Mid-size cars (up to 1,500cc)	28%	17%	45%	40%	40%	5% lower than before

This simplification of the tax structure reduces the ex-showroom price and makes the Taigun more competitive in a segment where even a small price difference can sway purchase decisions.

When are the new rates applicable?

The new GST rates apply from September 22, 2025. Any Volkswagen Taigun variant invoiced, billed, or delivered after this date will carry the updated ex-showroom price based on the flat 40% GST rate.

So, if you are planning to buy the Volkswagen Taigun, this is the right time to do so. With the new GST rates, you can save up to ₹1.63 lakhs, depending on the variant you buy.

Disclaimer: The new prices mentioned in this article are tentative and based on the revised GST rates applicable from 22 September 2025. Final ex-showroom prices may vary slightly as manufacturers and dealerships update their pricing structures in line with the new taxation policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

The following are a few commonly asked questions and their answers about the Volkswagen Taigun price cut after the GST reduction.

How much has the Volkswagen Taigun price reduced after the GST cut?

The Taigun is now ₹40,000–₹1.63 lakhs cheaper, depending on the variant.

Does the GST cut apply to both the 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI engines?

Yes. Both petrol engines now fall under the simplified 40% GST slab.

What was the old tax rate on the Volkswagen Taigun?

It was taxed at 28% GST + 17% cess, totalling 45%.

Will on-road prices also reduce for the Taigun?

Yes. Since on-road prices are calculated based on ex-showroom cost, GST reductions also lower insurance, registration, and road tax.

Is GST 2.0 a permanent change?

Yes. GST 2.0 is a structural policy reform, not a limited-time discount. The 40% slab will remain until revised by the government.

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