What is the Volkswagen Tavendor?
The Tavendor is a large, five-seat SUV built by FAW-Volkswagen for China. With two rows of seats and an upright shape, it is designed for families and drivers who want a roomy, high-riding vehicle. It is part of FAW-Volkswagen’s broad SUV line-up.
Launched in China in 2022, the Tavendor brought another large SUV to the joint venture’s range. Its bold front end and substantial proportions give it a distinctive look.
Generations and engines
The first-generation Tavendor has been on sale since 2022. It remains the model’s only generation, and adds a large, five-seat SUV to FAW-Volkswagen’s range.
In the European Union, 2025 registration figures list two petrol versions, both with a 2.0-litre engine. One produces 157 kW (213 PS), and the other 200 kW (272 PS).
Fuel consumption, CO₂ and where it is sold
There were 22 Tavendor registrations in the European Union in 2025. The 157 kW version accounted for 12, while the 200 kW version accounted for 10.
The Tavendor was developed for FAW-Volkswagen’s Chinese range. EU registration figures identify the engines and power outputs, but do not provide fuel-consumption or CO₂ values. Test procedures vary by market: Europe uses WLTP or, for some older vehicles, NEDC; the USA uses EPA testing, and Canada uses its 5-cycle procedure.
Questions and answers
When did the Volkswagen Tavendor go on sale?
The first-generation Tavendor launched in China in 2022.
What engines and power outputs are listed for the Tavendor?
EU registration figures for 2025 list two 2.0-litre petrol versions: 157 kW (213 PS) and 200 kW (272 PS).
How many Tavendors were registered in the EU in 2025?
There were 22 registrations: 12 for the 157 kW version and 10 for the 200 kW version.
What are the Tavendor’s official fuel-consumption and CO₂ figures?
EU registration figures do not provide fuel-consumption or CO₂ values.