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Is there a dynamic mode? Also, wont it affect warranty if not OEM provided but tweaked subsequently? The horn is rather subdued in the Taigun so wonder what sound can it make if sound is enabled with lock/unlock.

NCR folks. Which is the recommended fuel. I have read through the thread here and elsewhere buy unable to get a grip on what works best.

Hi,
I was using bp speed from the pump near moolchand. Was getting expected numbers (9to 11 in city, thankfully i dont need to drive in peak hours at the moment) and 18 to 22 on less traffic highway runs.
Have recently put xp95. The nearest decent pump is near jungpura. Should be able to see of there is any diff between speed and xp95 in a few 100 km or till the next refuel.

coding is very very popular in VW world. its not a first with taigun. in fact there are entire forums just meant for VW coding and feature enablement - https://www.vwvortex.com/threads/obd...hread.8450146/

generally speaking service centers cant detect it. so no issues of warranty.

the horn sound while lock unlock is audible. its quite nice actually - u should check it out on youtube.

Completed 1000 kms with my Taigun 1.0 TSI AT and the car is at the workshop today for the first general checkup. I also told them to check the rubber noise which comes from the doors when the car goes over speed breakers and if I take sharp turns. They said it is a common issue and they will use some lubrication to fix this, they might keep the car overnight.

Sharing my impressions after completing 1000 kms:

Likes:
- Brilliant engine and gearbox combo, I never feel that it is underpowered (at least in the city).
- Great ride and handling.
- Seats are very comfortable and supportive.
- The touchscreen info unit is very intuitive.

Dislikes:
- A/C and Ventilated Seats are not very effective (I am dreading the upcoming summer months of May/June/July). Also, the touch sensitive A/C controls are very distracting.
- Middle seat of the rear row is very cramped, it is best suited for kids.
- Digital display has very limited data fields and does not offer a lot of customizations.

All in all, it is a brilliant car if you love to drive, I can only imagine the amazing drive of the 1.5 engine, for me the 1.0 is more than adequate. Overall very happy with my Taigun.

Yes this is common but it is max 4 - 5 hrs work considering they might be having other vehicles to attend. Effectiveness of AC will be tested in coming months but think we might just get accustomed as we spend more time in the car.

Hey, did you finally get your comfortline delivered?

I too visited the Bangalore dealer to book a comfortline, they mentioned there's a waiting period of 4-6 months.

Apparently, the base model is in very high demand and the margin for VW on that one is low. Hence, VW isn't making a lot of them:Frustrati.

I've seen OEMs do this a lot lately. They make a affordable version just to get the optics of the price correct. Post this they throttle supply. Its like a marketing spend for them.

I wouldn't be surprised if they announce feature cuts in a few months just like in the Mahindra XUV300's case.:coldsweat

Also would appreciate if the 1.0l MT owners can share their experience with the clutch in City traffic. Is it a pain to use? What's the FE like?

Our Test drive vehicle had quite a heavy clutch for a 1.0l engine. I've used the Baleno and the Ignis in City, the clutch on that 1.2l p is very light compared to the taigun.

No, I am still waiting for it. This long waiting period is there for base models of Creta, Seltos, Kushaq & Astor as well.
With budget constraints, I have started considering sedans as well since I am not a fan of current crop of sub 4m SUVs & I need a car in next 4-5 months.

Echoes my thoughts about the car as a complete package. The ventilated seat on the other hand felt adequate earlier but I'm second guessing its efficacy. I've been using the Auto mode with the temperature set at 21 deg.

You might want to take notes on how these guys are fixing the door noise using the lubricant. When they fixed it for me, I didn't ask them how they did it and after a week of fixing it with the lubricant, the noise has started coming back. I'm not sure if a permanent fix involves changing the rubber beadings altogether.

I hope you also collected the Swagat welcome kit from the service center.

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Another of my pet peeve about this car is the way dust, dry leaves and bird droppings get into the panel gaps. Especially near the windshield, the tail gate and the tail lamp assembly. Come monsoon and it's going to give me some serious scare if water seeps into the tail light assembly.

Also, cleaning this daily is a pain, more so when the area where I've been temporarily parking the car is in a dusty lane and I don't want a dusty car cover to be hauled around in the cars boot every morning.


Sunbathing in Pune:

Ohhh I cannot tell you how irritating those small leaves and tiny flowers are. We were joking that these are now an inherent part of our car!!! We have too park our car at a park boundary lined with trees. Although it is a good thing with respect to the shade they offer. but bird poop and the flower blessings from the tree :(

I bought a front half cover on amazon for this (check autofurnish half cover) just to save the front windshield and side mirrors from these tiny tree offerings!! No solution yet for the back.
Now that you have said, will need to see what happens in monsoon with the gaps in the boot lid (i stay in delhi).

I asked my service manager during the swagat service and he had no official solution - use a vacuum/blower and buy those top covers!! (or put a bed sheet on the top)

Has anyone else found an easy to use top cover?

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Another of my pet peeve about this car is the way dust, dry leaves and bird droppings get into the panel gaps. Especially near the windshield, the tail gate and the tail lamp assembly. Come monsoon and it's going to give me some serious scare if water seeps into the tail light assembly.

Also, cleaning this daily is a pain, more so when the area where I've been temporarily parking the car is in a dusty lane and I don't want a dusty car cover to be hauled around in the cars boot every morning.

I got a car cover from VW as part of the accessories kit. I have never used it but will try it out soon as I am also facing similar issues. Unfortunately my office parking is also in the open and usually under trees so can't do anything about that, I guess we have to live with it.

What is included in the free swagat kit ?

Well this is a common problem with most cars we have owned. The best way is to vaccum clean and for dust jopasu works best.
I got my beadings replaced and have been using the car for over a month since then, the noise is now completely gone. The permanent solution seems to be beadings replacement.

Free swagat kit has shampoo, cleaning solution, sponge and a microfiber cloth.

The free swagat kit is essentially the mini car care kit listed as an accessory. it has a sponge, a microfibre cloth, a shampoo, and a windshield washed fluid.

I got the full cover too, as i had taken the essential accessory pack. But putting it and removing it twice daily (in my case) takes too much time and effort, and spoils the clothes!! :P

I use jopasu too. makes life very easy. and i shampoo/wax it every 10 days or so. Am still searching for a good car wash place nearby.

Did VW replace the beadings or did you get it done from some other place ?

Is underbody protection available as an accessory for taigun?
I remember reading in vw polo thread that underbody protection can be fitted at the service centre (for polo).

Yes from the VW workshop only.