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Pros: Comfort, build quality, flexible 7-seat interior.
Cons: Limited powertrain/seat configuration option, third row best for kids only.
Volkswagen Tayron Design
The Tayron effectively replaces the Tiguan Allspace, but this time round Volkswagen has tried to add a little more distinction to its seven-seater. While it still strongly resembles the Tiguan, the Tayron is slightly taller, wider, and about 25cm longer, giving it a more imposing presence on the road.
At the front, you’ll find familiar Volkswagen SUV styling cues like signature LED lights and a VW badge that lights up for a bit more bling. The design becomes sportier in R-Line trim like the model we tested, with larger 19-inch alloys, silver roof rails and unique bumper designs with high-gloss detail.
Volkswagen Tayron Interior
Inside, the Tayron is every bit a modern Volkswagen. Clean design, quality soft-touch materials and excellent digital tech are all present. The cabin is again similar to that of the Tiguan, but it’s no bad thing as it’s a nice place to be. Standard features include a 12.9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, digital driver display, wireless smartphone charging for two phones, tri-zone climate control and USB-C ports front and rear.
R-Line models come with nicely finished sports seats with integrated headrests. There’s also a new R-Line Edition 75 to celebrate 75 years of Volkswagen in Ireland that adds premium touches like a panoramic opening sunroof and a head-up display.
If you need a proper family car, the Tayron’s seven-seat capability is a big plus but beware only diesels come with seven seats: the plug-in hybrid is five-seat only. The second row seats can recline and slide forward to improve space for those in the rear-most seats, but space is still tight back there. Isofix points can be found on the front passenger and outer rear seats.
Boot space is generous, offering a huge 850 litres in diesel Tayrons when the third row is folded down, and a good 345 litres with all seats in place. There’s also underfloor storage, a powered tailgate on some trims, and a 2-tonne towing capacity if you choose the diesel.
Volkswagen Tayron Performance & Drive
The Tayron is available in Ireland with just two engine options: a 2.0-litre diesel with 150hp and a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission, or as a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid with 204hp.
On the road, the Tayron delivers exactly what you’d expect from Volkswagen: a predictable, composed and refined drive. While not thrilling to drive, the Tayron steers well and body control is well-managed through bends.
The 2.0-litre diesel is not too noisy and shifts smoothly with the 7-speed DSG automatic, so it's comfortable to drive, even in town. Volkswagen has also invested in more insulation for the Tayron, which adds to the refinement levels. The claimed fuel economy is 5.3–5.8 litres per 100 kilometres and over a week of driving we averaged 5.8 litres. Annual motor tax is €270.
The PHEV offers impressive electric range (up to 116 kilometres), ideal for those who spend a lot of time driving in town and can live without the two extras seats. The plug-in hybrid also includes adaptive suspension as standard, however even on standard suspension, our diesel Tayron performed very well.
Volkswagen Tayron Pricing
Prices for the Tayron start from around €54,295 for the seven-seat diesel Life model, from €55,125 for the Edition 75, from €63,950 for the Elegance, from €67,285 for the R-Line and from €69,185 for the R-Line Edition 75.
Plug-in hybrids are five-seat only and start from €55,825 in the Elegance trim.
Carzone Verdict
The Volkswagen Tayron might be new to Ireland, but it’s not starting from scratch. It builds on everything that makes the Tiguan a bestseller - space, comfort and quality - and just gives you that bit more. It’s bigger, more flexible and with more seats, provided you opt for the diesel. For growing families or buyers seeking a refined, premium-feeling SUV, the Tayron hits a very appealing sweet spot.