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 became a global nameplate starting in 2024 to replace the Tiguan Allspace, a long-wheelbase version of the Tiguan Mk2 that came with optional three-row seating.
According to Volkswagen, the name Tayron is a combination of the words 'tiger' and 'iron'.[1]
First generation (Typ 5N; 2018)
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.[2] 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,[3] 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.[4] Other models include the Tayron R-Line[5] and Tayron GTE Plug-In Hybrid.[6]
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 4640 mm.[7]
2023 facelift
Powertrain
Second generation (Typ DN; 2024)
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.[9][10] As of 2026, the production of the Tayron Mk2 is performed at four locations: Wolfsburg in Germany; Puebla in Mexico; Changchun in China[11] and in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India, via complete knock-down kits.[12]
Markets
China
In China, the second-generation Tayron is marketed as the Tayron L to signify its longer dimensions, and to distinguish it with the first-generation model.[13]
North America (Tiguan)
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.[14][15] It was unveiled the night before the Automobility LA press days at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show.[16] Unlike the previous Tiguan, the third-generation Tiguan for North America is available only with two-row seating. Compared to the previous generation long-wheelbase model which North America received, it is 170 lb lighter.[17]
China
In China, the second-generation Tayron is marketed as the Tayron L to signify its longer dimensions, and to distinguish it with the first-generation model.[13]
North America (Tiguan)
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.[14][15] It was unveiled the night before the Automobility LA press days at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show.[16] Unlike the previous Tiguan, the third-generation Tiguan for North America is available only with two-row seating. Compared to the previous generation long-wheelbase model which North America received, it is 170 lb lighter.[17]
Safety
Sales
External links
References
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