EV News Nepal - home

Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Volkswagen Taigun Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) side viewPetrol
Hyundai

Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

Rs 1,65,96,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
2497 cc
Power
277 bhp
Boot
547 L
Price and all trims of the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel)
Petrol
Volkswagen

Taigun Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT

Rs 54,90,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
999 cc
Power
113.4 bhp
Boot
385 L
Price and all trims of the Volkswagen Taigun Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT

The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Volkswagen Taigun at Rs 54.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Volkswagen Taigun costs Rs 1.11 crore less (202%). Engines are 2497 cc and 999 cc. Figures on this page are for the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) and the Volkswagen Taigun Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT.

Boot space is 547 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe and 385 litres in the Volkswagen Taigun.

What's different

Spec
Hyundai Santa FeVolkswagen Taigun
PriceRs 111.06 lakh apartRs 165.96 lakhRs 54.9 lakh
Engine1498 cc apart2497 cc999 cc
Torque244 Nm apart422 Nm178 Nm
Boot space162 L apart547 L385 L

Full specifications

Engine and performance

8 of 8 differ
Hyundai Santa FeVolkswagen Taigun
Engine2497 cc999 cc
Cylinders4Not listed
Max power277 bhp113.4 BHP
Max torque422 Nm178 Nm
Gearbox8-Speed DCT6-Speed Manual
DriveAWD (HTRAC)Not listed
Top speed210 km/hNot listed
Acceleration7.8 s (0-100 km/h)Not listed

Range, mileage and charging

1 of 1 differ
Hyundai Santa FeVolkswagen Taigun
Fuel tank71 litresNot listed

Size, weight and space

6 of 7 differ
Hyundai Santa FeVolkswagen Taigun
Length4830 mmNot listed
Width1890 mmNot listed
Height1680 mmNot listed
Wheelbase2765 mmNot listed
Ground clearance177 mmNot listed
Seats55
Boot space547 litres385 litres

Ownership

1 of 1 differ
Hyundai Santa FeVolkswagen Taigun
Est. EMIRs 2,11,600/monthRs 70,000/month

Features

33 of 33 differ
Hyundai Santa FeVolkswagen Taigun
NCAP Rating5-star IIHSNot listed
Airbags7Not listed
ABS / StabilityABS + EBD + ESCNot listed
TPMSYesNot listed
ISOFIXYesNot listed
Hill HoldYesNot listed
Hill Descent ControlYesNot listed
Cruise ControlAdaptive (ACC)Not listed
Emergency Braking (AEB)YesNot listed
Forward Collision WarningYesNot listed
Lane AssistLane Keep + Lane Follow AssistNot listed
Blind Spot DetectionYesNot listed
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYesNot listed
360° CameraYesNot listed
Reverse CameraYesNot listed
Parking SensorsFront + RearNot listed
Auto HoldYesNot listed
Driver Attention MonitorYesNot listed
Auto High BeamYesNot listed
Auto HeadlampsYesNot listed
Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlNot listed
SunroofPanoramicNot listed
Heated/Ventilated SeatsHeated + Ventilated front seatsNot listed
Keyless Entry & StartYesNot listed
Drive ModesEco / Normal / Sport / SmartNot listed
Ambient LightingYesNot listed
Electronic Parking BrakeYesNot listed
Infotainment12.3-inch touchscreenNot listed
Instrument Cluster12.3-inch digitalNot listed
ConnectivityApple CarPlay, Android AutoNot listed
Wireless ChargingYesNot listed
Sound System8 speakersNot listed
Connected Car TechYesNot listed

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. EV range is shown as WLTP or a WLTP-equivalent estimate, with the company claim and its test cycle beside it. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.

Which suits you?

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.

The Volkswagen Taigun may suit you if you want to spend less.

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if

  • You need more boot space
  • You want a bigger engine

The Volkswagen Taigun may suit you if

  • You want to spend less

Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.

Compare with another vehicle

Share

Prices and more comparisons

For every trim and the latest price, see Hyundai Santa Fe price in Nepal and Volkswagen Taigun price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All petrol car prices in Nepal.

Related comparisons

Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Volkswagen Taigun Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT FAQs

Hyundai Santa Fe or Volkswagen Taigun: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine. The Volkswagen Taigun may suit you if you want to spend less.
What is the price difference between Hyundai Santa Fe and Volkswagen Taigun?
The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Volkswagen Taigun at Rs 54.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Volkswagen Taigun costs Rs 1.11 crore less (202%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Volkswagen Taigun have?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a 2497 cc engine making 277 bhp. The Volkswagen Taigun has a 999 cc engine making 113.4 BHP.
What gearbox do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Volkswagen Taigun use?
The Hyundai Santa Fe uses a 8-Speed DCT gearbox and the Volkswagen Taigun a 6-Speed Manual gearbox.
Which has more space, Santa Fe or Taigun?
The Hyundai Santa Fe seats 5 and the Volkswagen Taigun seats 5. Boot space is 547 litres against 385 litres.
Which trims of the Hyundai Santa Fe and Volkswagen Taigun are compared here?
Figures on this page are for the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) and the Volkswagen Taigun Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT. When a model has several trims we compare the base trim of each, so the price gap is like for like.