Maruti XL6 vs Volkswagen Taigun
Should you buy Maruti XL6 or Volkswagen Taigun? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Maruti XL6 price starts at Rs 11.61 Lakh ex-showroom for Zeta (Petrol) and Volkswagen Taigun price starts Rs 11.70 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol). XL6 has 1462 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Taigun has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the XL6 has a mileage of 26.32 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the Taigun has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl (Petrol top model).
XL6 Vs Taigun
| Key Highlights | Maruti XL6 | Volkswagen Taigun |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.16,90,243* | Rs.22,81,670* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1462 | 1498 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Maruti XL6 vs Volkswagen Taigun comparison
- Maruti XL6
- Top SellingZeta (Petrol) 11.61 Lakh*
- Alpha (Petrol) 12.61 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus (Petrol) 13.21 Lakh*
- Zeta AT (Petrol) 13.01 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Dual Tone (Petrol) 13.37 Lakh*
- Alpha AT (Petrol) 14.01 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus AT (Petrol) 14.61 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus AT Dual Tone (Petrol) 14.77 Lakh*
- Top SellingZeta CNG (CNG) 12.56 Lakh*
Rs14.77 Lakh *VS - Volkswagen Taigun
- 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol) 11.70 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline (Petrol) 13.88 Lakh*
- Top Selling1.0 Highline Plus (Petrol) 14.27 Lakh*
- 1.0 GT Line (Petrol) 14.67 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline AT (Petrol) 15.43 Lakh*
- 1.0 GT Line AT (Petrol) 15.77 Lakh*
- 1.0 Topline ES (Petrol) 16.48 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT (Petrol) 16.77 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT DSG (Petrol) 17.36 Lakh*
- 1.0 Topline AT ES (Petrol) 17.88 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Chrome ES (Petrol) 18.29 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Sports (Petrol) 18.54 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Chrome DSG ES (Petrol) 19.49 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG (Petrol) 19.74 Lakh*
Rs19.74 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.16,90,243* | Rs.22,81,670* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.33,298/month | Rs.43,623/month |
| Insurance | Rs.45,442 | Rs.81,711 |
| User Rating | Based on 261 Reviews | Based on 236 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | Rs.5,362 | - |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | K15C Smart Hybrid | 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1462 | 1498 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 101.64bhp@6000rpm | 147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 20.27 | 19.01 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 50 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | - | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4445 | 4221 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1775 | 1760 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1755 | 1612 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | 188 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | Yes | - |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | - |
| Vanity Mirror A mirror, usually located behind the passenger sun shade, used to check one's appearance. More expensive cars will have these on the driver's side and some cars even have this feature for rear seat passengers too.✕ | Yes | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Arctic White Opulent Red Opulent Red With Black Roof Splendid Silver With Black Roof Brave Khaki +4 MoreXL6 Colours | Lava Blue Carbon Steel Grey Matte Curcuma Yellow Deep Black Pearl Rising Blue +4 MoreTaigun Colours |
| Body Type | MUVAll MUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| E-Call & I-Call | No | - |
| Google / Alexa Connectivity | Yes | - |
| Over Speeding Alert | Yes | - |
| Tow Away Alert | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | - |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | - |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Maruti XL6
- The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers better road presence.
- New safety and premium features are a welcome addition
- Captain seats are large and comfortable
- Spacious 3rd row
- High claimed fuel efficiency of 20.97kmpl (MT) and 20.27kmpl (AT)
Volkswagen Taigun
- Classy Volkswagen family SUV look
- Punchy and refined 1.5-litre TSi engine
- Impressive infotainment experience
- Fun to drive
- Automatic transmission with both engine options.
Maruti XL6
- Some useful features like automatic day/night IRVM, rear window blinds and rear cup holders are still missing.
- No diesel option
- Curtain airbags for rear occupants should have been part of the safety features.
Volkswagen Taigun
- Sitting three people at the back is a squeeze
- Fit and finish levels are not as good as the Vento
- GT Line gets less features as compared to the Highline
- No diesel engine option
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Maruti XL6 and Volkswagen Taigun?
A ) Maruti XL6 price starts at ₹ 11.61 Lakh & Volkswagen Taigun price starts at ₹ 11.70 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti XL6 is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Maruti XL6 and Volkswagen Taigun?
A ) The mileage of XL6 is 20.27 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Taigun is 19.01 kmpl in New Delhi. Maruti XL6 gives better mileage than Volkswagen Taigun.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi