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Volkswagen Taigun vs Tata Safari

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Volkswagen Taigun or Tata Safari? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Taigun and Safari. Volkswagen Taigun Price starts at Rs.11.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 1.0 TSI Comfortline MT and Tata Safari Price starts at Rs.16.19 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Smart. Volkswagen Taigun is 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm power whereas Tata Safari is a 4 cylinder, 1956 cc Engine can generate 167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Taigun provides a mileage of 18.1 kmpl (base model), and Safari has a mileage of 16.3 kmpl (base model).

Taigun vs Safari

Key HighlightsVolkswagen TaigunTata Safari
PriceRs.11.70 LakhRs.16.19 Lakh
Engine Capacity999 cc1956 cc
Power113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Mileage/Range18.1 kmpl16.3 kmpl
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Volkswagen Taigun 1.0 TSI Comfortline MT car
1.0 TSI Comfortline MT
Rs. 11.70 Lakh
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Rs. 16.19 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Taigun specificationsSafari specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
13.55 Lakh
19.26 Lakh
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
User Rating
4.2
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
385 Litres
420 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
999 cc
1956 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Colors
Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Taigun Brakes, Suspension & TyresSafari Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Rear Suspension
Twist beam axle
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Disc
Wheels
-
Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel
-
No
Front Tyre Size
205/60 R16
235/65/ R17
Rear Tyre Size
205/60 R16
235/65/ R17
Turning Radius
5.05 meters
-
Tyre Size Spare
205 / 55 R17
235/70 R16
Wheels Size
R16
R17

Exterior

Taigun ExteriorSafari Exterior
Sunroof
checkYes
No
Power Windows
checkYes
Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs
-
Externally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
-
checkYes
Rear Wiper
-
No
Rear Defogger
-
No
Bootlid Opener
-
Internal with Key
Rain Sensing Wipers
yes
No
Daytime Running Lights
-
LED
LED headlight
-
checkYes
Projector headlight
-
No
Automatic Headlamps
checkYes
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
No

Instrumentation

Taigun InstrumentationSafari Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
-
checkYes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
-
checkYes
Fuel level guage
Digital
No
Gear Indicator
-
checkYes
Shift Indicator
-
checkYes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
-
Odometer
Digital
checkYes
Avg fuel economy display
-
checkYes

Infotainment & Communication

Taigun Infotainment & CommunicationSafari Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
checkYes
No
Android Auto
checkYes
No
Voice Command
checkYes
No
Infotainment Screen
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Display
checkYes
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
-
No
Integrated Music System
-
No
Speakers
-
No
AM/FM Radio
-
No
USB Compatibility
-
No
Wireless Charger
-
No
Basic Warranty
4 Years/ 100000 Kms
3 years or 100&000 km

Engine & Transmission

Taigun Engine & TransmissionSafari Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
999 cc
1956 cc
Engine Type
1.0L TSI
Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Engine
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6 Speed
6 Gears
Power
113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Torque
178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm
350 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Fast Charging
No
-
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
20 kmpl
16.3 kmpl
Top Speed
150 kmph
-
Emission Norm
BS VI
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Taigun Comfort & ConvenienceSafari Comfort & Convenience
AC
-
checkYes
Rear AC Vents
-
Blower, Vents on Pillars
Automatic climate control
-
checkYes
Heater
-
checkYes
Cruise Control
checkYes
No
Start / Stop Button
checkYes
No
Power Steering
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable steering
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
checkYes
checkYes
Leather streering wheels
-
No
Drive Modes
No information
4
Keyless Entry
checkYes
No
Electronic Parking Brake
-
No
Parking Assist
-
No
Parking Sensors
-
Rear

Safety

Taigun SafetySafari Safety
NCAP Rating
-
5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
checkYes
checkYes
Overspeed Warning
-
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
checkYes
checkYes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
checkYes
checkYes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
checkYes
checkYes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
checkYes
checkYes
ASR / Traction Control
checkYes
checkYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
checkYes
No
Lane Departure Warning
-
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
-
checkYes
Seat Belt Warning
-
checkYes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
-
checkYes
Rear Middle Head Rest
-
No

Dimensions & Capacity

Taigun Dimensions & CapacitySafari Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4221 mm
4668 mm
Width
1760 mm
1922 mm
Height
1612 mm
1795 mm
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2741 mm
Ground Clearance
188 mm
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No. of Seats
5
7
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 Litres
50 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
0.8 Litres
5 Litres
Boot Space
385 Litres
420 Litres
Kerb Weight
1208 kg
-
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Taigun Pros & ConsSafari Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Great driving experience with German-styled dynamics and handling.
  • Has top-class safety standards with 6 airbags and 5-star GLOBAL NCAP ratings.
  • Comes with strong build quality and brilliant driving dynamics
  • It has almost every feature in the segment. These include ventilated seats, wireless charging, and connectivity.
  • Both engines are powerful and have decent fuel economy.
  • The 1.5L TSI EVO motor gets cylinder de-activation technology for enhanced fuel efficiency.
  • The boot space is decent in numbers but has great space and practicality.
  • More modern looks with the new LED DRLs and other design changes with the facelift
  • It now offers more features such as 12-inch infotainment, dual-zone climate control, surround-view camera, and more
  • The safety features have been increased with ADAS level 2. The car now has up to 7 airbags and a 5-star GNCAP safety rating, among other improvements.
  • The inclusion of electric power steering improved the ride quality and handling.
  • The automatic transmission now comes with an e-Shifter to ensure smooth gearshifts
  • Big design gives a solid road presence
  • The Safari is the only SUV in the segment to offer rear-seat ventilation
  • Tata Safari now comes with a good level of NVH
Cons
  • The cabin space could have been improved and seating 3 passengers in the rear can be a tight fit.
  • The plastic quality could have been improved on some panels.
  • The suspension setup is on the stiffer side which filters in potholes and bumps at slow speeds.
  • There is no diesel or hybrid option on offer.
  • It misses on Highline TPMS.
  • The only available powertrain is diesel; there is no petrol or turbo-petrol engine.
  • The Safari does not come with a 4WD drivetrain while some competitors offer 4WD as an option
  • Occasionally, the infotainment software exhibits lag and may cease functioning
  • The dimensions remain mostly unchanged from the pre-facelift model. This leads to a cramped feel in the last row.
  • Tata's after-sales support falls short of expectations
  • The top models seem overpriced, reaching an on-road price approaching Rs 30 lakh
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Detailed Comparison of Volkswagen Taigun and Tata Safari

Safety

Taigun comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Safari has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Body

Taigun has doors and seats. It is an with 385 Litres boot space, 50 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 188 mm. It is 1760 mm wide, 1612 mm high and 4221 mm long. It has 1208 kg kerb weight and 2651 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Safari is an with doors and seats ,50 Litres fuel tank capacity, 420 Litres boot space, It has 1795 mm height, 4668 mm length, 1922 mm width, .

Transmission

Volkswagen Taigun comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 6 Speed Manual transmission. And Safari comes with FWD and 6 Gears Manual transmission.

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Volkswagen Taigun and Tata Safari Owner Reviews

  • Taigun Review
  • Safari Review
    • SM
      Sushil Mishra
      19 Apr 2024
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      2.7
      It's an ideal option that combines power and comfort, boasting high-security features and a striking appearance. The addition of new features brings a touch of modernity, making it a next-generation SUV.
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    • SR
      Sridhar Reddy
      3 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      4.3
      Very safest car also driving dynamic is good, features and build quality very well design touch Infotainment system response with quality also very well overall. i am satisfied with this car suspension setup also compare to previous car this car is better specially Highway driving good experience. excellent car.
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      Likes (14)
    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      5.0
      Built quality and safety. Every car safety is most important taigun is giving more safety and smooth in driving mode that is the biggest advantage of the people who is looking in their driving on the roads while driving on the highways and Normal roads in Indian. That is what my opinion.
      Likes (21)
    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      1.0
      enough to feel comfort
      Likes (13)
    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      5.0
      Very excellent and comfortable product easy to drive with confidence
      Likes (12)
    • Sk
      Sanath kumar
      5 Month ago
      Review for Tata Safari
      4.4
      The car offers competitive mileage for an SUV of its size and class. Its diesel engine provides a good balance of power and efficiency, making it suitable for both city driving and long-distance travel.
      Likes (14)
    • RD
      Ramkrishna Dutta
      5 Month ago
      Review for Tata Safari
      4.4
      The car is a capable and reliable performer on the road. Its powerful engines, responsive handling, and decent fuel efficiency make it a good choice for those looking for a mid-size SUV.
      Likes (3)
    • PJ
      P JAYAKUMAR
      5 Month ago
      Review for Tata Safari
      4.4
      The higher variants include safety features like curtain airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold control, and hill descent control.
      Likes (4)
    • VA
      Vilas Anchalkar
      6 Month ago
      Review for Tata Safari
      4.4
      It is a mid-size SUV that offers a good balance of features, space, and performance at a competitive price point.
      Likes (3)
    • VK
      Vinod Kumar Deshpande
      6 Month ago
      Review for Tata Safari
      4.4
      It is equipped with modern features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control and many more.
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    Volkswagen Taigun and Tata Safari FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Volkswagen Taigun?
    The on-road price of Volkswagen Taigun is Rs. 13.55 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Tata Safari?
    The on-road price of Tata Safari is Rs. 19.26 Lakh in New Delhi.