2025 Volkswagen Tayron Review

The Tayron replaces the previous Tiguan Allspace as the company's sole seven-seat SUV package.

Beneath that sharp styling, the Tayron picks up a larger platform that offers a longer wheelbase over its predecessor, translating to more interior acreage and boot space for growing families.

Just how well does the Tayron stack up against its fierce rivals in the seven-seat family SUV segment? Let's take a closer look to find out.

Volkswagen Tayron Competition

How Much Does It Cost?

Volkswagen offers the Tayron in four variants, with prices kicking off from $48,290 for the entry-level Tayron 110TSI Life and stretching out to $73,490 for the range-topping Tayron 195TSI R-Line.

• Tayron 110TSI Life - $48,290 + ORC

• Tayron 150TSI Life - $53,990 + ORC

• Tayron 150TSI Elegance - $59,490 + ORC

• Tayron 195TSI R-Line - $73,490 + ORC

Keep in mind that these prices are subject to change and do not include on-road costs.

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Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Elegance 4Motion Specifications

What Features Does the VW Tayron Have?

Volkswagen’s entry-level Tayron 110TSI Life range comes riding on a set of 18-inch alloys and picks up LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry & start, VW's digital Cockpit Pro, a powered boot lift, black cloth and leatherette upholstery, a wireless charging pad, semi-autonomous parking assist and a surround-view monitor with front & rear parking sensors.

Stepping up to the Tayron 150TSI Life adds upgraded LED Plus headlights with LED tail lights, a clever adaptive chassis control system, VW's 4Motion all-wheel drive system, chrome roof rails and rear privacy glass.

VW's Tayron 150TSI Elegance picks up bespoke 19-inch alloys as well as leather upholstery with upgraded front seats that offer seat heating, ventilation, a massage function and seat memory and power adjustment.

The flagship Tayron 195TSI R-Line receives a bespoke R-Line styling kit and interior enhancements, 20-inch alloys, a head-up display, Matrix LED headlights, LED Plus tail lights with dynamic indicators and a progressive steering system.

Connectivity & Infotainment Features

Volkswagen offers the majority of the Tayron lineup with a 12.9-inch infotainment system atop the dash, though there's an even bigger display on offer in the flagship version.

VW's 12.9-inch touchscreen display is positioned neatly atop the dashboard and ticks all the important boxes when it comes to screen brightness, pixel density, a high refresh rate and smooth operation thanks to some decent processing power underneath.

Volkswagen throws in factory satellite navigation and DAB+ digital radio into all variants alongside an eight-speaker sound system.

For those stepping up to the Tayron R-Line, there's an even bigger 15-inch Discover Pro Max infotainment system joined by a 700-watt, ten-speaker sound system courtesy of Harman Kardon.

Buyers also pick up a five-year subscription to VW's GoConnect connected services suite from the date of purchase, offering remote vehicle controls, location tracking, dealership communication and vehicle diagnostics.

Does the Volkswagen Tayron Have Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto?

Potential buyers will be pleased to know that the Tayron hits the ground running with a new infotainment system offering both wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Whether you're opting for the standard 12.9-inch display or the flagship 15-inch Discover Pro max infotainment suite, the Tayron hits the ground running with wireless smartphone mirroring for both major ecosystems.

Is the Volkswagen Tayron Comfortable to Drive?

The Tayron excels on the road and proves itself a lovely, premium take on the large, seven-seat SUV recipe.

There’s a wide range of engine options for buyers at different price points, with a modest base model and a rapid range-topper that comes powered by the same unit you'd find in the fun-loving Golf GTI.

Under the bonnet, the base 110TSI Life comes powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol unit that pushes out 110kW of power and 250Nm of torque to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Gear shifts are super snappy thanks to VW’s dual-clutch transmission, though you do still get a bit of the low-speed lurch that DSG's can't escape.

The Tayron 150TSI picks up a larger 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 150kW of power and 320Nm of torque and throws power to all four wheels via the 4Motion all-wheel drive system.

The most powerful 195TSI variant in the stables pushes out 195kW of power and 400Nm of torque to all four wheels and is able to sprint to 100km/h in 6.1 seconds.

Braked towing capacity figures stand at 1,800kg in the entry-level 110TSI Life and increase up to 2,500kg in the 150TSI Elegance and 195TSI R-Line.

Whichever engine you opt for, the Tayron confidently ticks boxes around town thanks to its lightweight, sharp steering rack and agile handling, making it a user-friendly option even in spite of its large footprint.

The ride quality errs on the firmer side, particularly when riding on the R-Line's 20-inch alloys and tackling a country road.

VW's adaptive chassis control system helps to keep things nice and refined on a jaunt around town, however.

It also gives the Tayron very dynamic handling, amongst some of the best in the large segment thanks to a tonne of front axle grip and a surefooted nature, particularly in all-wheel drive versions.

On the highway, the Tayron is a peach thanks to its whisper-quiet cabin and stacks of power on tap, particularly in TSI150 and TSI195 versions, for quick overtakes that make it a prime candidate for a long road trip.

All up, the Tayron proves itself a super capable large SUV package with excellent handling, though it's quite a firm package if you live regionally.

Is it Fuel Efficient?

With three different engine options, fuel efficiency in the Tayron depends on which version you're opting for, though all three leave a bit to be desired when it comes to outright efficiency, especially with no hybrid offering.

The entry-level Tayron 110TSI with its 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine is the most efficient of the bunch, drinking 7.6L per 100km.

The Tayron 150TSI sips slightly more fuel, sitting at 7.7L per 100km on a combined cycle.

The pursuit of speed in the Tayron 195TSI means you'll be drinking 8.6L per 100km.

For now, the Tayron lineup remains a petrol-only affair, though Volkswagen has said that plug-in hybrid versions will be arriving here in Australia in the second half of 2026.

• Tayron 110TSI Fuel Economy: 7.6L per 100km

• Tayron 150TSI Fuel Economy: 7.7L per 100km

• Tayron 195TSI Fuel Economy: 8.6L per 100km

Is it Practical and Spacious?

Climb aboard and the Volkswagen Tayron cabin proves itself a far more worthy opponent for a large family over the previous Tiguan Allspace platform.

It’s worth noting, however, that the mid-range Tayron 150TSI Life is offered solely as a five-seat package, meaning if you’re buying for a large family, you'd be best served with one of the three remaining variants.

Headroom in the first row of the cabin is excellent, even for the tallest of drivers, with a great view over the dashboard and strong visibility provided by a large windshield and a tall ceiling that enables large windows.

The layout of the front cabin is familiar to other VW cockpits in the stables, which is quite a good thing considering how clean things look.

Volkswagen’s emphasis on a simple, almost minimalist cabin design means that it's easy to get comfortable and everything is particularly easy on the eyes.

There's not much in the way of physical switchgear on the dashboard, however, with the company opting for touchscreen and steering wheel-dominated controls, instead.

This might be polarising for some buyers but it works well to keep things simple and attractive on the dash and centre console.

Speaking of which, the Tayron's centre console offers a nice little storage tray where it meets the dash, a pair of air-cooled wireless smartphone charging spots and a pair of cupholders, with added space inside the folding armrest.

Move to the second row and the Tayron provides acres of space.

Headroom is plentiful and legroom is abundant, even for adults seated behind a reasonably tall front row occupant.

The Tayron's second row bench seat slides back and forth on a set of rails to enable more third row legroom and features a decent angle of recline, too.

Amenities in the second row include some neat pockets on the first row seatbacks, a folding armrest with built-in cupholders and a tablet holder, air vents, two USB-C charging ports and bottle holders in the doors.

Climb into the third row and you’ll find it's a kids-only affair, though this is pretty much par for the course in the three-row, midsize SUV segment.

It's a pretty easy process getting to the rearmost of the cabin with the second row sliding forward considerably thanks to the ample legroom, with some storage options on either side of the third row seat.

All up, as a seven-seat SUV package, the Tayron's cabin holds up extremely well thanks to its clean design, excellent second row legroom and a usable third row option for growing families with young kids.

For the parents, the Tayron is equipped with two pairs of ISOFIX anchors and three top tether mounts on the second row, with just enough cabin width to accommodate a trio of kids seats when needed.

How Big is the Volkswagen Tayron's Boot?

The Tayron keeps ticking boxes when it comes to boot space.

With all three rows of seats standing in a seven-seat layout, there's a very healthy 345L worth of cargo space while fully loaded with people.

Drop the third row down and you'll unlock 850L worth of real estate, which is excellent.

Fold down both rows and you've got a total of 1,950L for bulky cargo, sports and camping equipment and pretty much whatever you can throw at it.

In the five-seat-only Tayron 150TSI Life, boot space figures stand at 885L.

Is it Safe?

Volkswagen throws in a boat load of active safety gear in all members of the Tayron lineup.

As standard, the Tayron picks up AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection as well as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist with lane centring.

There's also an oncoming vehicle braking system with turn assist and swerve support, semi-autonomous parking assist, emergency and traffic jam assist and a surround-view monitor with parking sensors.

Does the VW Tayron Have an ANCAP Safety Rating?

The Tayron has picked up full marks from ANCAP, scoring a five star ANCAP safety rating from testing conducted in 2025.

In those tests, the Tayron scored the following results:

• Adult Occupant Protection: 87%

• Child Occupant Protection: 87%

• Vulnerable Road User Protection: 83%

• Safety Assist: 85%

What Warranty does the Volkswagen Tayron Come With?

Volkswagen offers the Tayron with a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty.

There's also a 12 month roadside assist subscription bundled in which is extended by another year each time you service the Tayron within the network.

Volkswagen's five-year capped price servicing package is priced at $2,910 for the entry-level 110TSI with prices rising up to $3,550 for the 150TSI and 195TSI.

Our Verdict: Is the Volkswagen Tayron Worth it?

The VW Tayron is an incredibly strong seven-seat SUV package that sits as a very worthy successor to the outgoing Tiguan Allspace.

The driving experience is impressive thanks to its sharp handling and great powertrain options while the Tayron's long wheelbase platform offers a tonne of real estate inside the cabin.

With a feature-packed and sharply priced entry point into the range, the Tayron is also a surprisingly solid value proposition for something with a bit of European DNA.

We’d highly encourage you to add the Tayron to your shortlist if you're shopping around for a practical seven-seat SUV with a premium nature.

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Five Volkswagen Tayron Specs You Need to Know

1. Five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty

2. Three engines available, all paired with a dual-clutch transmission

3. 7.6 - 8.6L per 100km fuel economy figures

4. 345 - 850 - 1,775L boot space

5. 1,800 - 2,500kg braked towing capacity