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Overview
The Volkswagen Tayron is a D-segment, seven-seat SUV and the replacement for the Tiguan Allspace in Malaysia. Locally assembled in Pekan, it suits families who want three rows in a Volkswagen SUV rather than a smaller five-seater. The range starts from RM190,660 for the 1.5 eTSI Elegance.
Tayron in 2026 — what's new
The Tayron is new in Malaysia for 2026, with two confirmed variants: the 1.5 eTSI Elegance and 2.0 TSI R-Line. It arrives as a seven-seat Tiguan Allspace replacement and is CKD locally assembled in Pekan. The Elegance is priced from RM190,660, while the R-Line is confirmed but its price is still TBA. The current Malaysian range uses wet dual-clutch automatic transmissions across both variants.
Variants (2)
RM 190,660 · est. from RM 1,945/mo
Which variant to buy
For now, the 1.5 eTSI Elegance is the sensible pick because it is the only Tayron variant with a confirmed Malaysian price. It gets a 1.5-litre eTSI petrol hybrid powertrain with 148 hp, a wet dual-clutch automatic and seven seats. The 2.0 TSI R-Line is for buyers who want the stronger 261 hp petrol engine, but its price is TBA, so the cost of that step up is not yet clear.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 148 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,498 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.6 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Boot Space
- 345 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 261 hp
- Torque
- 400 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.1 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Boot Space
- 345 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Dolphin Gray Metallic Metallic
- Grenadilla Black Metallic Metallic
- Nightshade Blue Metallic Metallic
- Oryx White Pearl Pearl
- Oyster Silver Metallic Metallic
Verdict
The Tayron gives Volkswagen Malaysia a fresh seven-seat D-segment SUV in the space left by the Tiguan Allspace. At RM190,660, it costs more than several same-class rivals, including the Proton X90, Jetour VT9, Omoda Jaecoo C9, Chery Tiggo 9 and Omoda Jaecoo J8. The R-Line’s 261 hp engine is the headline draw, but until its price is confirmed, the Elegance is the known quantity.
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Volkswagen Tayron FAQ
How much is the Volkswagen Tayron in Malaysia?
The Volkswagen Tayron starts from RM190,660 for the 1.5 eTSI Elegance. The 2.0 TSI R-Line is confirmed for Malaysia, but its price is still TBA.
Which Volkswagen Tayron variant should I buy?
Pick the 1.5 eTSI Elegance if you want a priced, confirmed seven-seat Tayron. Wait for the 2.0 TSI R-Line if the 261 hp petrol engine matters more than knowing the final price now.
Is the Volkswagen Tayron a seven-seater?
Yes. Both Malaysian Tayron variants are listed with seven seats, making it Volkswagen’s replacement for the Tiguan Allspace in Malaysia.
What engines does the Volkswagen Tayron get?
The 1.5 eTSI Elegance uses a 1.5-litre petrol hybrid powertrain with 148 hp. The 2.0 TSI R-Line gets a 2.0-litre petrol engine with 261 hp. Both use a wet dual-clutch automatic transmission.
