Volkswagen India has marked another significant milestone with the commencement of local assembly of its premium SUV, the Tayron R-Line, in India. Production has begun at the company’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facility, aligning with Volkswagen’s planned market launch of the Tayron R-Line in the first quarter of 2026.
The start of local assembly underscores Volkswagen’s focus on strengthening its SUV portfolio in India while enhancing localisation and operational efficiency. The Tayron R-Line, positioned as a premium offering, is expected to cater to customers seeking a blend of performance, design and advanced technology.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Piyush Arora, Managing Director & CEO, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India, said, “The start of production of another world-class model—the Tayron R-Line—at our Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facility marks an important strategic step for Volkswagen India. This milestone reflects our strong customer-centric approach to engineering, ensuring that every product detail aligns with the lifestyle and aspirations of our customers. With the Tayron R-Line, we aim to offer a distinctive choice in the premium SUV segment while reinforcing our operational capabilities and readiness to meet the evolving expectations of the Indian automotive market.”
The locally assembled Tayron R-Line reinforces Volkswagen India’s commitment to bringing globally relevant products to the country with a strong focus on quality, efficiency and customer experience.
Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Nitin Kohli, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, said, “We believe there is a strong demand for premium German engineered cars here in India and our plan is to make these cars more accessible to our customers. The Tayron R-Line has rolled-off the production line today at the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar plant, in less than a year since its global launch and that is our level of commitment to driving growth in India.”
The most premium SUV from Volkswagen India, the Tayron R-Line offers true 7-seater space, everyday practicality, and sporty R-Line design with refined appeal. With production underway, the brand gears up for greater momentum in the premium SUV segment with a launch slated within the first quarter of 2026.
