2025 Volkswagen Taos Specs, Review, Price, & Trims

Volkswagen Taos at Volkswagen of Ann Arbor of Ann Arbor MI

Volkswagen Taos

Key Features

Starting at $24,995 MSRP**
1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 177 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque paired with either standard FWD or available 4Motion all-wheel-drive with 8-speed DSG® transmission
Standard central 8-inch touchscreen with voice control and available premium BeatsAudio sound system

IQ.DRIVE® suite of driver assistance technology
Available central 8-inch touchscreen with voice control and available premium BeatsAudio sound system
Two-tone upholstery options featuring available heating and cooling functions
Maximum cargo capacity of 65.9 cubic feet (second-row seats folded)
Standard LED headlights, higher-end trims add an illuminated line in the grille

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About the Volkswagen Taos

Joining the growing family of Volkswagen SUVs, the Taos is a compelling new addition to the subcompact SUV segment. Positioned beneath its larger Tiguan sibling, the Taos is 175.8 inches long—9.3 inches shorter than the Tiguan—with a wheelbase of 105.9 inches for outstanding maneuverability in urban environments. While small in stature, the Volkswagen Taos is big on comfort and connectivity thanks to its thoroughly modern yet ergonomic interior layout. Bold exterior styling cues and striking alloy wheel choices available in 17-, 18- or 19-inch sizes help you stand out from the ordinary. Efficient performance and available 4Motion AWD helps you stay confident and in control no matter what Mother Nature has in store for your plans. A full suite of IQ.DRIVE® helps provide you with a helping hand when you need it most behind the wheel of the all-new Volkswagen Taos.

What the Critics Say

While it's smaller than the compact VW Tiguan, the subcompact Taos has a surprisingly roomy back seat and a sizable cargo hold; its practicality even earned it an Editors' Choice award.” -- Car & Driver

Handling also is impressive. This Taos feels sharp in the corners, where it exhibits minimal body roll. This is a low-slung compact crossover, so it feels more like a car or a station wagon from the driver’s seat than an SUV. At the same time, it’s a quiet and comfortable highway cruiser with a spacious interior and a generous cargo compartment.” -- Kelley Blue Book

What's New for 2025

The subcompact Volkswagen Taos receives an impressive refresh for the 2025 model year, bolstering its already popular appeal. Updated exterior styling cues include new headlights, wheel designs, front fascia, and exterior color choices. Inside the cabin, you’ll notice new materials along with an 8-inch touchscreen display now standard on all trim levels in addition to additional sound-deadening materials. In terms of performance, its standard engine receives an impressive 19-horsepower increase compared to last year’s version. Finally, all 2025 Taos models now come standard with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Volkswagen Taos Features

Bold Style & Performance

Helping you stand out from the crowd, the Taos is infused with eye-catching signature Volkswagen design cues. At launch, drivers will have their choice of 8 distinct exterior colors along with four individual alloy wheel options to personalize their Taos to match their personality. The Taos proudly wears a prominently chiseled hood that is flanked by LED headlights with the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) on top trim levels. Its distinctive side profile featuring a strong character line clearly demonstrates the lineage to its larger Tiguan, Atlas, and Atlas Cross Sport siblings.

Standard power for the Taos comes in the form of a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 177 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. All models come standard with a responsive 8-speed automatic transmission for exceptional response and efficiency. Buyers can also equip the Taos with the proven confidence of Volkswagen 4Motion AWD.

Tech-Focused Interior

Take a seat behind the wheel of the Volkswagen Taos and you’ll find yourself surrounded by an environment that’s both luxurious and thoroughly modern in design. Two-tone seats are standard, giving drivers their choice of either cloth or optional leatherette and leather seating surfaces. Available comfort and convenience features include an 8-way power driver seat, dual-zone Climatronic® climate control, rain-sensing wipers, a heated leatherette steering wheel, and heated/ventilated front seats. Accessing your favorite multimedia features is effortless thanks to the available MIB3 infotainment system with wireless charging and wireless App-Connect for compatible devices. Standard Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Volkswagen Car-Net featuring in-car WiFi capability help to further enhance your daily drive inside the Volkswagen Taos.

Cutting-Edge Safety

Included as standard across the entire Volkswagen Taos range is the groundbreaking IQ.DRIVE® suite of driver assistance technology. Helping you stay safe and protected from the unexpected, the impressive list of standard safety features of the Taos includes Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Braking (Front Assist), Active Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist), Adaptive Cruise Control with a Stop and Go feature, Travel Assist, and Emergency Assist. Other groundbreaking innovations available on higher trims include High Beam Control (Light Assist), the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), and Park Distance Control. The Volkswagen Taos is here to provide a helping hand when you need it the most.