Volkswagen Taos

Current Model

The Taos small SUV slots beneath the Tiguan. The 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, coupled with a dual-clutch automatic on all-wheel-drive versions, delivers uneven acceleration.

A huge initial delay is followed by a burst of power, which makes it hard to drive evenly. Front-wheel-drive versions get a conventional eight-speed automatic transmission and drive more smoothly. Handling is nimble, and the firm ride absorbs most road irregularities. Shorter than the Tiguan, the Taos still has an enormous rear seat, but cargo space is smaller. Outward visibility is relatively unobstructed. Upscale amenities, such as a digital instrument cluster and a panoramic sunroof, are available. BSW and RCTW are optional.

2024 Volkswagen Taos

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2022-2023

2022 Redesign Year

The Volkswagen Taos small SUV slots beneath the Tiguan. The 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, coupled with a dual-clutch automatic transmission on AWD versions delivers uneven acceleration.

There is a huge delay initially, followed by a burst of power, which makes it hard to drive smoothly. Front-wheel-drive versions get a conventional transmission and drive more smoothly. Handling is nimble and the ride is firm yet civilized. Shorter than the Tiguan, the Taos still has an enormous rear seat, but cargo space is smaller. Outward visibility is unobstructed. Upscale amenities, such as a digital instrument cluster and a panoramic roof are available. The IQ Drive suite of active safety features is not standard but available on every Taos trim, with FCW, AEB, BSW, and adaptive cruise control.

2023 Volkswagen Taos