Oh snap, the Volkswagen Taigun may get produced, but it won’t be chillin’ in the USA.
Like many of the cool European cars we get to read about, the Volkswagen Taigun is not meant for North America. It is based on the all new Volkswagen ‘Up’ (which we will not see either) with a higher stance and, like the Honda Fit Twist Crossover, will only be equipped with front-wheel drive.
The Volkswagen Taigun has a turbocharged, 108 horsepower, 1-liter three-cylinder engine that’s hooked up to a six-speed manual.
Basically, the Volkswagen Taigun Crossover is a funky city car that has a higher stance. It’s nearly two feet shorter than the Volkswagen Tiguan. Still, it should have good passenger space for four as the Volkswagen Up has good passenger space too. 
Volkswagen is weighing public reaction to the Taigun to see if should be built. If they do, it will most likely have a mellow-out session with its interior, colors and some exterior goodies. The tires and wheels will look more like the VW Tiguan’s and the rear door will become a more conventional setup. Keep in mind, this is all speculation – but it’s based on logic.
I know you’re bummed this model is not coming to the USA, so am I.
Remember the new, awesomely cool Volkswagen Scirocco? Hell, I offered my body in exchange for a test drive and they laughed at me. Nothing seems to soften Volkswagen’s heart when it comes to vehicles that won’t come to the States. Bummer.
The Volkswagen Taigun should get excellent gas mileage. The Volkswagen Up can get up to 56 mpg (Imperial gallons) and that 1-liter turbo should have no problem getting over 40 mpg. Once again, this is conjecture – but I bet I’m right. 
By the way, the name “Taigun” means “thundering herd” in Japanese; which makes total sense as Volkswagen is German and the Taigun will be available in Spanish speaking countries.
What is it with Volkswagen and their Crossover/SUV names anyway?
