The Volkswagen Taos is offered in several different trims ranging from a base S up through SE, to the top-of-the-line SEL. All trims come standard with front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive as an option.

No matter which model buyers choose, the Taos is powered by a 1.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, making 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. On all Taos models, a 8-speed DSG automatic transmission. Volkswagen's 4Motion all-wheel drive distributes power between the front and rear wheels as needed to help optimize traction and stability.. The system also includes a variety of driver-selectable modes, including a Snow Mode, On-Road Mode, Off-Road Mode and an Off-Road Custom Mode.

The Taos is a two-row subcompact SUV, and it allows plenty of passenger space. A strut-type front suspension and 4-link rear setup keep the wheels in contact with the road, while an electromechanical power steering system provides precise control. The Taos includes 4-wheel disc brakes, with vented discs in front as well as brake assist and an electronic parking brake.

The base Taos S includes a 6.5-inch touch screen infotainment system, Bluetooth and USB smartphone connectivity, a rearview camera, and LED daytime-running-lights.

The SE model increases the touchscreen to 8-inches adds a remote starter, heated front seats, a wireless device charger, a blind spot warning system, forward collision mitigation, rear collision warning and a pedestrian detection system.

SEL models include a navigation system, fully climate controlled front seats, leather upholstery, a power driver seat, rain sensing wipers, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, adaptive front LED headlights, an active lane departure system, and rear parking sensors.

Sharp Handling

Loaded With Tech Features

Comfortable Interior

Satisfying Driving Experience

Two-row Subcompact SUV

The Volkswagen Taos carries over with minimal changes for 2023.

The Volkswagen Taos slots into the lineup below the Tiguan and goes up against a long list of strong rivals like the Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-30. From bold styling to a turbocharged engine to the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, this compact SUV truly checks all the boxes. This is a compact SUV that's smart, versatile, and ready for the road.

3.23 Axle Ratio

Wheels: 17" Silver Painted Alloy

Cloth Seating Surfaces

Front Strut Rear Torsion Beam Suspension

Radio: Composition Color AM/FM

Rear Sensors Credit

First Aid Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

Combination Roadside Kit

Rubber Mats Kit (SNM)

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

6 Speakers

Air Conditioning

Electronic Stability Control

Front Bucket Seats

Front Center Armrest

Spoiler

Tachometer

ABS brakes

AM/FM radio

Alloy wheels

Brake assist

Bumpers: body-color

Delay-off headlights

Driver door bin

Driver vanity mirror

Dual front impact airbags

Dual front side impact airbags

Front anti-roll bar

Front reading lights

Front wheel independent suspension

Fully automatic headlights

Illuminated entry

Low tire pressure warning

Occupant sensing airbag

Outside temperature display

Overhead airbag

Overhead console

Panic alarm

Passenger door bin

Passenger vanity mirror

Power door mirrors

Power steering

Power windows

Radio data system

Rear anti-roll bar

Rear seat center armrest

Rear window defroster

Rear window wiper

Remote keyless entry

Roof rack: rails only

Speed control

Speed-sensing steering

Split folding rear seat

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Telescoping steering wheel

Tilt steering wheel

Traction control

Trip computer

Variably intermittent wipers

Compass

Rear seats: split-bench

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Emergency communication system: VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year

Engine: 1.5L TSI DOHC Turbocharged 4-Cylinder -inc: 16-valve, direct fuel injection

Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic w/Tiptronic

3.23 Axle Ratio

Front Strut Rear Torsion Beam Suspension

GVWR: 4,321 lbs (1,960 kgs)

Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature

Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Tiptronic Sequential Shift Control

Front-Wheel Drive

Engine Oil Cooler

Battery w/Run Down Protection

937# Maximum Payload

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering

13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank

Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust

Front Suspension w/Coil Springs

Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Wheels: 17" Silver Painted Alloy

Tires: 215/55R17 All-Season

Steel Spare Wheel

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo

Clearcoat Paint

Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert

Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim

Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim

Body-Colored Door Handles

Black Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding

Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster

Light Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Wipers

Fully Galvanized Steel Panels

Lip Spoiler

Black Grille w/Chrome Accents

Liftgate Rear Cargo Access

Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks

Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Perimeter/Approach Lights

LED Brakelights

Radio: Composition Color AM/FM -inc: 6.5" touchscreen, USB input, capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (cellular data plan required; includes limited trial), capability for VW Car-Net services (capabilities for certain services vary; requires enrollment or subscription), Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices), and App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System

Streaming Audio

Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Front Bucket Seats -inc: manually adjustable driver and passenger seat w/height adjustment

6-Way Driver Seat

6-Way Passenger Seat

60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows

Leatherette Steering Wheel

Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Compass

Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Manual Air Conditioning

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts

Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Interior Trim -inc: Colored Instrument Panel Insert, Colored Door Panel Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents

Full Cloth Headliner

Cloth Door Trim Insert

Urethane Gear Shifter Material

Cloth Seating Surfaces

Day-Night Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console and 1 12V DC Power Outlet

Front Map Lights

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Full Carpet Floor Covering

Carpet Floor Trim

Cargo Area Concealed Storage

Cargo Space Lights

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access

VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year Tracker System

Dashboard Storage, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Driver Information Center

Redundant Digital Speedometer

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Digital/Analog Appearance

Seats w/Cloth Back Material

Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest

2 Seatback Storage Pockets

1 12V DC Power Outlet

Air Filtration

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot

Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)

Rear Traffic Alert

Collision Mitigation-Front

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Back-Up Camera

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