MODEL REVIEW
Volkswagen Taos
Volkswagen Taos
Volkswagen Taos at a Glance
Volkswagen Taos

Once upon a time, your trusty, compact sedan, Ruby, symbolized independence and adventure. As your on-road companion throughout countless commutes to your dorm, your first weekend away with your significant other, and dozens of milestones preserved in photobooks scattered around your house, Ruby has been there for it all. Now, with a growing family in tow, you’re ready to upgrade Ruby to something more spacious and modern, like the Volkswagen Taos.

The VW Taos is a light, refreshing compact SUV that’s perfect for your dynamic life around Union, Newark, and Elizabeth, NJ. Its wireless smartphone integration lets you toss your old cables, and its spacious cabin makes it easy to juggle car seats, diaper bags, and strollers. The Toms Volkswagen of Union team is here to help you learn how the VW Taos will upgrade your ride and best reflect your current chapter in life. Your road to a vibrant, modern ride starts here!


TOTAL COLOR OPTIONS

TOTAL COLOR OPTIONS

8
STANDARD DRIVE MODES

STANDARD DRIVE MODES

3
PASSENGER CAPACITY

PASSENGER CAPACITY

99.5 cu. ft.
AMBIENT LIGHTING SYSTEM

AMBIENT LIGHTING SYSTEM

10 colors
INTEGRATED GRILLE LIGHT BAR

INTEGRATED GRILLE LIGHT BAR

Available
IQ.DRIVE® DRIVER-ASSIST TECHNOLOGIES

IQ.DRIVE® DRIVER-ASSIST TECHNOLOGIES

Standard
PANORAMIC SUNROOF

PANORAMIC SUNROOF

Available
Life in Full Color: Your New Chapter With the VW Taos
Explore the categories below to discover more about the features of the Volkswagen Taos.
EXPRESSION
Volkswagen Taos

Your friends agree that you’re the trendy mom of the group. You’re often found at coffee shops or sharing images of your aesthetic picnic spread, so your next vehicle must match your vibrant lifestyle. Bold and as comfortable as your living room, the Volkswagen Taos perfectly captures your signature sense of style.

Turn Heads, Brighten Roads

The Volkswagen Taos knows how to capture attention with one glance. Its sleek, compact design pairs perfectly with any backdrop: a vibrant urban mural, a boutique square, or the wide-open highway. Its elongated hood curves into a refreshed front fascia. The honeycomb grille adds environmental elegance, and the matte chrome accents surrounding it provide a modern stylishness you’ll love. It’s exactly the vibe you’re looking for.

The VW Taos features a painter’s palette of colors. Platinum Gray and Pure White exude a timelessness that all can appreciate. Bright Moss Green and Monument Gray pair perfectly with the optional 18-inch alloy wheels; however, it’s the Monterey Blue Pearl that’s calling your name.

Why drive into the sunset when its ethereal hues make it the perfect stage? As the fading light casts your VW Taos in a shadow of mystery, LED projector headlights and an available illuminated front lightbar cut through like a cat’s eyes in the dark, alerting the world to your arrival.

Inside Your Personal Sanctuary

Form meets function inside the Volkswagen Taos. As someone with a trendy style, you need practical features that enhance the design of your vehicle. Features like the available CloudTex upholstery do just that.

This synthetic upholstery looks and feels as soft as genuine leather; however, it’s more environmentally friendly and may be better suited for your growing family since it’s often more durable than the authentic material. CloudTex upholstery with cloth accents makes your VW Taos cabin feel like home.

Comfort additions offered optionally include:

  • Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat

An optional 10-color ambient lighting system lets you modify the cabin’s charm as often as needed. Will you choose a dynamic color for your nighttime commute? Or do you prefer a softer teal shade that speaks to your eco-conscious side? No matter how you choose to style your VW Taos, you have complete confidence that it’s a reflection of your personality.

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CONTEMPORARY
Volkswagen Taos

With your little ones in tow, you find it more important now than ever to drive a modern SUV with all the advanced features you’d ever need. Seamless smartphone connectivity makes it easy to keep your kids entertained with their favorite songs. Plus, you can trust in IQ.DRIVE®, an advanced suite of driver-assist technologies that can help you get safely from Point A to Point B.

Seamless Connectivity, Effortless Control

Your search for an SUV that feels as modern and dynamic as you are ends with the Volkswagen Taos. This compact SUV is brimming with tech features that help you stay connected and entertained while on the go. Wireless App-Connect brings the power of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ to every commute. Once connected, this system can perform functions like:

  • Mirror your device’s interface onto the 8-inch touchscreen display.
  • Send and receive audio text messages.
  • Play your specially curated playlists through your favorite music streaming app.
  • Access dozens of compatible apps to keep you informed and engaged with your ride.

No matter how far from home you roam, the VW Taos ensures the good times never come to an abrupt end due to a low phone battery. An optional wireless charger keeps your phone charged 100 percent, even on busy days full of playdates and errands.

Up to three additional USB-C ports show the longevity of the VW Taos. This SUV aligns with your current needs and provides the features needed years down the road when your kids are grown and have devices of their own.

Innovative Features for Modern Families

Driver-assist technologies aren’t just about safety—they’re about giving you peace of mind while navigating your busy life. With integrated monitoring technology scanning your surroundings for potential hazards, you can focus on what matters most: your family. Subtle chimes and intuitive visual cues give you the reassurance you need to react easily, whether tackling morning commutes or weekend road trips.

IQ.DRIVE® lends a hand with its semi-autonomous capabilities, making highway drives and city navigation feel effortless. Lane-centering technology keeps you steady on long stretches, and you can confidently handle tight spots around town with features like:

  • Front Assist
  • Lane Assist
  • Active Blind Spot Monitor
  • Rear Traffic Alert
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • And many more!

Of course, driving a modern SUV isn’t just about the tech—it’s about the memories you create along the way. Imagine your little ones gazing up through the available panoramic roof, spotting shapes in the clouds, or giggling in the back seat as you glide down the road. The VW Taos blends cutting-edge safety and comfort with those everyday moments that make life so special.

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MANEUVERABILITY
Volkswagen Taos

You juggle school drop-offs, work meetings, and everything in between, and your SUV should adapt just as seamlessly. The Volkswagen Taos is designed for your dynamic life, offering nimble handling and intuitive features that make every drive—from tight city streets to open highways—effortless and enjoyable.

Power and Poise in Every Turn

As a parent, your world revolves around your kids—but that doesn’t mean you’ve outgrown the thrill of late-night adventures or spontaneous getaways. Powered by a 1.5L turbocharged engine, the Volkswagen Taos is comfortable and responsive. It offers more power than previous model years, topping off at 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque for that perfect balance between smooth sailing and exciting excursions.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to modify your vehicle's performance depending on the environment? Driving Mode Selection delivers the power of choice with its three standard drive modes:

  • Normal: Perfect for casual Sunday strolls to Grandma’s house or rides home from a day spent at the park.
  • Sport: When you want a little boost to your commute, choose this mode—it offers a stiffer steering wheel feel and a more dynamic response to acceleration.
  • Individual: Create your path by customizing how your VW Taos performs.

4MOTION® with Active Control allows you to modify your SUV’s performance benchmarks. When optionally equipped, this drivetrain adds four additional settings, allowing you to tackle all conditions and environments with the traction needed. Where will your VW Taos take you?

Perfectly Proportioned for Your Everyday Adventures

Compact meets charisma with the Volkswagen Taos. Its smartly sized profile measures 175.9 inches. Despite this, the VW Taos designers were mindful of your needs, incorporating an impressive 99.5 cubic feet of passenger space. Let’s explore how this is divided between the two rows.

First Row
Second Row
Headroom40.7 in.39.8 in.
Legroom40.1 in.37.9 in.
Shoulder Room56.5 in.55.2 in.
Hip Room53.9 in.45.4 in.

The perfectly balanced frame optimizes passenger comfort regardless of where everyone sits. The near-identical dimensions between the two rows ensure long-term comfort through countless growth spurts.

And speaking of the long-term, the cargo capacity of the VW Taos is flexible enough for your change in needs. Its 27.9 cubic-foot capacity offers ample room for diaper bags, strollers, and yoga mats. As your children grow and participate in extracurricular activities, the maximum cargo capacity of 65.9 cubic feet offers room for gymnastics bags, science fair project materials, and nature program gear.

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Volkswagen Taos vs. The Competition
Volkswagen TaosHyundai Kona

The Volkswagen Taos and the Hyundai Kona battle for the top spot in the competition between fun-sized, vibrant SUVs. Their exteriors were designed to capture the attention of onlookers, while their interiors provide a comfortable cabin. However, key differences make one the better pick for your family. Which will it be?

Quick Facts
VW Taos
vs
Kona
StandardSEMI-AUTONOMOUS HIGHWAY TRAVELAvailable
174 HPSTANDARD HORSEPOWER147 HP
StandardBLIND SPOT MONITORAvailable
Volkswagen TaosSubaru Crosstrek

Models like the Volkswagen Taos and the Subaru Crosstrek stand as a beacon for adventure and versatility. Looking good enough to rule the streets while having the capabilities to get out and explore, these compact SUVs have much to offer. However, a quick comparison shows that the VW Taos offers more bold, family-approved features.

Quick Facts
VW Taos
vs
Crosstrek
AvailableINTEGRATED FRONT GRILLE LIGHT BARNot Offered
65.9 cu. ft.MAX CARGO CAPACITY54.7 cu. ft.
Available10-COLOR AMBIENT LIGHTING SYSTEMNot Offered
Volkswagen TaosFord Bronco Sport

Some compact SUVs are built for one specific lifestyle, while others are designed for the dynamic life of the modern driver. The Volkswagen Taos and the Ford Bronco Sport perfectly exemplify this duality. Whereas the Bronco Sport is engineered to carve up mountainsides and sandy beaches, the VW Taos delivers in all areas of your life.

Quick Facts
VW Taos
vs
Bronco Sport
AvailablePANORAMIC SUNROOFNot Offered
28 city/36 highway MPG*STANDARD EPA-ESTIMATED MPG RATING25 city/30 highway MPG
Available PARK DISTANCE CONTROL WITH MANEUVER BRAKINGNot Offered
Don’t Just Drive. Thrive in the VW Taos
Volkswagen Taos

Has our Volkswagen Taos review left you charmed by this compact SUV’s big capabilities? Are you already picturing the countless adventures you and your family will take around Union, Newark, and Elizabeth, NJ? Then, it’s time to start this next chapter.

Visit us at Toms Volkswagen of Union to see the VW Taos up close and take it for a test drive today!

All of the tools you need to move forward with experiencing a new Volkswagen Taos for yourself are conveniently available right here online.


*28 city/36 highway mpg. (2025 Taos 1.5L FWQD, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.