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Volkswagen Taigun Facelift Spied Undisguised With New LEDs and Lit VW Logo

The sightings indicate advanced testing toward a near-term refresh.

Overview

  • Largely undisguised night-time images show a sleeker grille, new LED headlamps and DRLs, and an illuminated front badge, with tweaked tail-lamp graphics and a cleaner rear bumper with vertical reflectors.
  • Interior changes are expected to include a redesigned dashboard, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and a floating 10.25-inch touchscreen, with reports also pointing to a possible panoramic sunroof and rear-seat massage.
  • Existing 1.0‑litre and 1.5‑litre TSI petrol engines are slated to continue, with the 1.0 reportedly gaining an 8‑speed torque‑converter automatic to replace the current 6‑speed unit, while the 1.5 remains paired to a 7‑speed DSG.
  • The 1.5‑litre manual variant was discontinued in January 2026, reflecting the lineup shift ahead of the facelift.
  • Launch timing remains unconfirmed, with some reports suggesting an April reveal and May sales while others indicate an arrival later in 2026.