Volkswagen appears to have discontinued its premium SUV, the Tiguan R-Line, in India. The company has quietly removed the vehicle from its official Indian website, almost two years after its launch, raising questions about its future in the domestic market. Although Volkswagen has not released a formal announcement confirming the discontinuation, the SUV is no longer featured in its current online lineup.

Following this development, Volkswagen's Indian SUV portfolio primarily features the Taigun and Tayron. The removal of the Tiguan R-Line marks a significant change in the company's premium SUV offerings.

The Tiguan R-Line was launched in India in April 2025 and arrived through the Completely Built Unit (CBU) import route. Its final ex-showroom price stood at Rs 47.11 lakh, making it one of the most expensive SUVs in Volkswagen's Indian portfolio.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line: Engine and Performance Details

The Tiguan R-Line was known for its powerful petrol engine and sporty driving characteristics. It featured a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that delivered 201 bhp of maximum power and 320 Nm of peak torque.

The engine was paired with a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission, while Volkswagen's 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system came as standard.

The SUV was offered in a single, fully loaded variant, with a combination of performance, premium styling and advanced features. Its sporty R-Line design also distinguished it from the standard Tiguan previously available in India.

Volkswagen Tayron R-Line: Another Premium SUV Option

With the Tiguan R-Line no longer appearing on the company's website, the Tayron R-Line becomes an important option for buyers looking for a premium Volkswagen SUV.

The Tayron is slightly larger than the Tiguan and offers three-row seating, making it suitable for customers looking for additional passenger space.

Its ex-showroom price is Rs 47.74 lakh, placing it close to the Tiguan R-Line's final price.

Unlike the imported Tiguan R-Line, the Tayron is locally assembled in India at Volkswagen's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar manufacturing facility through the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) route.

Volkswagen Tayron Life: A More Affordable Alternative

Volkswagen also offers the Tayron Life, a five-seater version of the larger SUV.

This variant is designed for buyers who prefer a spacious five-seater configuration instead of three rows. It provides additional second-row space and a larger luggage compartment.

With an ex-showroom price of Rs 41.99 lakh, the Tayron Life is a relatively more affordable entry into Volkswagen's premium SUV range.

Volkswagen's SUV Lineup in India

The removal of the Tiguan R-Line from the official website has changed Volkswagen's SUV portfolio in India.

The Taigun continues to serve customers looking for a more affordable and compact SUV, while the Tayron targets buyers interested in a larger and more premium vehicle.

For now, Volkswagen has not officially clarified whether the Tiguan R-Line will make a comeback or whether its removal marks the end of its sales in India.

For prospective buyers, the development is worth noting, particularly those considering a premium SUV in the Rs 40–50 lakh price bracket. The Tayron range now appears to be Volkswagen's primary alternative in this segment.