Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Volkswagen Taigun

Last Updated: September 3, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara price starts at Rs. 10.77 Lakh, which is Rs. 23,400 cheaper than the base variant of Volkswagen Taigun, priced at Rs. 11.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Grand Vitara offers a claimed 21.11 kmpl, while the Taigun delivers 18.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the Grand Vitara uses a 1462cc engine producing 101.64bhp@6000rpm and the Taigun a 1498cc engine producing 148bhp@5000-6000rpm. If you're deciding between the Grand Vitara and Taigun, the Grand Vitara is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Taigun stands out for performance.

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Grand Vitara vs Taigun Comparison Summary

Specification Maruti Suzuki Grand VitaraVolkswagen Taigun
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.77 LakhRs. 11.00 Lakh
Mileage 21.11 kmpl18.85 kmpl
Engine 1462 cc1498 cc
Max power 101.64bhp@6000rpm148bhp@5000-6000rpm

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Basic Info Maruti Grand Vitara SigmaVolkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport DSG
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Brand Name Maruti Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.77 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.30 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1462 cc 1498 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 101.64bhp@6000rpm 148bhp@5000-6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 7-Speed DSG
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Colors
Volkswagen Taigun Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 21.11 Kmpl 18.85 Kmpl
Tyre Size 215/60 R17 205/55 R17
Boot Space Not Available 385 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 20,824 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Not Available
Servicing Cost
Rs. 25,754 / 5 years
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 51,263 Grand Vitara Insurance Rs. 83,780 Taigun Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Displacement
1462 cc
1498 cc
Engine Type
K15C With Mild Hybrid System
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
1498 cc
Max Power
101.64bhp@6000rpm
148bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque
139Nm@4300rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
7-Speed DSG
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
No
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
TSI
Kerb Weight
1140-1185 Kg
1320 Kg
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
50 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
21.11 Kmpl
18.85 Kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
17
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Rack & Pinio
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
5.05 m
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
205/55 R17
Wheel Size
17
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
Yes
Digital Cluster Size
4.2 inch
10.25
Upholstery
Fabric
Leatherette
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
Glove Box Light
No
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Semi
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
Not Available
1405 Litres
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
Not Available
385 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
Yes
No
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Panoramic
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fi
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
No
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4345*1795*1645 mm3
4221*1760*1612 mm3
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
210 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
5
5

Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Rear parcel tray
USB Charger
Not Available
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
No
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless1) App-Connect with Android AutoTM
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
No
6
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
4
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Rear parcel tray
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
No
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
10.1 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
No
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Paddle Shifters
No
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front Only
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
No
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
No
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
No
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
No
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
No
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
No
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
No
Yes
Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
YouTube | Amazon Music | Spotify
Google / Alexa Connectivity
No
Not Available
SOS Button
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
No
Not Available
Live Location
No
Yes
Remote Immobiliser
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
No
Not Available
Puc Expiry
Not Available
Yes
Insurance Expiry
Not Available
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
Yes
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
No
Not Available
ECall And ICall
No
Yes
Save Route Place
Not Available
Yes
Over Speeding Alert
No
Not Available
Tow Away Alert
No
Not Available
Valet Mode
No
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
No
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
No
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
No
Not Available

grossWeight
1645 kg
1695 kg

Pros and Cons

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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
  • Sporty design
  • Premium cabin
  • Comfortable seats
  • Fuel-efficient
  • Great ride and handling
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
  • Engine options lack punch
  • Rear headroom is tight
  • Small boot on the strong-hybrid
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Q. Good morning.. i would like to buy either grand vitara or toyota hyrider...i request a frank openion betwwen the two to select...next .. is it worth to go for hybrid with an investment 5to 7 lakhs then an ordinary patrol ... please advice
  • Both the Maruti Grand Vitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder share the same platform and engine options, offering mild-hybrid and strong-hybrid variants. While both SUVs provide similar performance and features, the Hyryder comes with Toyota’s global branding and slightly premium features like a 360-degree camera and ventilated seats in higher variants. On the other hand, the Grand Vitara offers a longer warranty package and a NEXA dealership experience.For a detailed comparison, you may visit the provided links.:- https://www.zigwheels.com/compare-cars/maruti-suzuki-grand-vitara-vs-toyota-hyryder
Q. Which is the best car, Maruti Grand Vitara or Hyundai Creta?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. The Grand Vitara offers a lot to Indian families with very little compromise. However, that little compromise is a big one: performance. The mild-hybrid engine is only good for city commutes and relaxed cruising and will feel inadequate for someone expecting more. As for the strong hybrid, the boot space is the limiting factor. But if these two aspects are not your priority, the Grand Vitara really delivers where it counts. It's spacious, comfortable, loaded with features, efficient, and a very likable family SUV. On the other hand, Hyundai Creta’s design may polarise people, it is the curvier SUV of the lot, which does make it look the biggest here. It is clearly an impressive compact SUV. It is spacious, comfortable, loaded with features, easy to drive, and offered powerful petrol and diesel engine options. Compared to the old car, it is a huge upgrade, both in terms of drive and feel. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which one is good to buy: Maruti Grand Vitara or Skoda Kushaq?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. The Grand Vitara offers a lot to Indian families with very little compromise. However, that little compromise is a big one: performance. The mild-hybrid engine is only good for city commutes and relaxed cruising and will feel inadequate for someone expecting more. As for the strong hybrid, the boot space is the limiting factor. But if these two aspects are not your priority, the Grand Vitara really delivers where it counts. It's spacious, comfortable, loaded with features, efficient, and a very likable family SUV. On the other hand, the Skoda Kushaq is certainly the more practical option with oodles of boot space, a quirky cabin, and a comfortable rear seat experience. But it is only ideal for a family of four as seating three people at the back is a hassle. It also sacrifices a few premium features for strong build quality. So if you’re willing to shell out most of the three SUVs and use it as a very comfortable four-seater, while coming out largely with flying colours in every other department, the Skoda Kushaq is the ideal choice. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Vs Volkswagen Taigun FAQs

Which car is cheaper Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Volkswagen Taigun?
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is cheaper than Volkswagen Taigun by ₹23,400.
Which car has better mileage Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Volkswagen Taigun?
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara delivers better mileage 21.11 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Volkswagen Taigun?
For the Sigma version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of Grand Vitara produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 139Nm@4300rpm of torque. Whereas for the GT Plus Sport DSG version, 1498 cc Petrol engine of Taigun produces 148bhp@5000-6000rpm of power and 250Nm@1600-3500rpm of torque

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