FAW-Volkswagen Facelifted Talagon Scheduled for Q1 2026 Launch with Fifth-Gen EA888 Powertrain

2025/11/22
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FAW-Volkswagen's mid-cycle facelifted Talagon mid-to-large SUV will launch in Q1 2026. Measuring 5007/2015/1767mm with 2980mm wheelbase, it features a 15-inch floating central screen and 11.6-inch passenger display, along with a column-mounted shifter. The powertrain upgrades include 380TSI and 450TSI engines, with the latter sporting a fifth-generation EA888 unit producing 200kW, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
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