Start your German-engineered experience with a big upgrade to our most affordable SUVW.
Ride in style
With striking new interior designs and a sleek new light bar, turn heads at every turn.
*US model shown. Wheels options vary in Canada.
2025 Taos
Engine
1.5 TSI® Turbocharged Engine
Estimated Fuel Economy (L/100 Km)
8.3 (City)/6.4 (Highway) - FWD 9.4 (City)/7.2 (Highway) - 4MOTION® AWD
Horsepower And Torque
174 hp, 184 lb-ft
German Engineering Everyone Can Get Into
With a stunning new look, a thrilling upgraded 174 hp engine, and exciting new interior design options and exterior colours to choose from, level up your ride with the 2025 Taos.
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Getting technical
Exciting tech upgrades like a new 8.0” Floating Infotainment System*, faster wireless charging, and automatic climate control help make each drive even better.
*Please do not drive distracted.
Safety first
At VW, safety comes first. Breathe easy knowing the 2025 Taos comes standard with an intelligent suite of active safety and driver assistance features.*
*Features are for driver assistance. Drivers must continue to perform manual checks and pay full attention to the road and safe driving at all times. Please see owner’s manual for important information and feature limitations.
Design And Comfort
LED Rear Light Bar
LED Rear Light Bar
In addition to LED projector headlights and an illuminated grille, the 2025 Taos comes with an available sleek new rear light bar that spans the width of the vehicle and is accentuated by a stunning illuminated VW logo.
New and Improved Interior
The inside counts
It’s all in the details. Upgrades such as the new 8.0” Floating Infotainment System,* faster wireless charging, and automatic climate control make even the longest commute feel like a retreat on wheels. Plus, we’ve updated the interior with a fresh palette of colour options to bring your personal style along for the ride.
*Please do not drive distracted.
Panoramic Sunroof
Sunny side up
Feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair with the available Panoramic Sunroof that slides and tilts open at the touch of a button.
Performance
Efficient 174 hp engine
Feel the thrill
Every commute feels like an adventure in the 2025 Taos. With a thrilling new 174 hp engine (that’s 10% more powerful than last year’s), even the longest drives will feel all too short.
New Automatic Transmission for 4MOTION®
Smooth sailing
We’ve paired the 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive Taos with an 8-speed Automatic Transmission to help ensure smooth sailing on every drive. With the 1.5L engine you’ll get the thrill you crave while AWD gives you the traction you trust.
4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive
Go with confidence
Face whatever Canadian weather throws at you with confidence thanks to available 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive that distributes power between the front and rear wheels as needed.
Technology And Convenience
Digital Cockpit Pro
Everything you need at a glance
With the available 10.25” Digital Cockpit Pro*, all of your driving info is displayed in one convenient place. Plus, it’s easy to customize the full-screen display with the content you use most.
*Please do not drive distracted.
Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
Cut the cords
With available wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, your iPhone® and Android™ display directly on the touchscreen display of your Taos, without having to plug in.
*Please do not drive distracted.
Wireless Device Charging
All charge with no cables
Forget to pack your charger? No need to turn back thanks to the available Wireless Device Charging for compatible devices.
IQ.DRIVE & Driver Assistance
Drive with confidence knowing our suite of intelligent safety and driver assistance features are actively protecting you and everyone around you.
Standard Features Include:
- Front Assist – Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Travel Assist (Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist and Emergency Assist)
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert
Available Features Include:
- Light Assist (automatic high beam control)
Legal: Features are for driver assistance. Drivers must continue to perform manual checks and pay full attention to the road and safe driving at all times. Please review the owner’s manual for important information and feature limitations.
FAQs
The Volkswagen Taos is named after a popular ski town in New Mexico – famous for its wildly diverse landscapes, including snow-capped mountains and vast, untamed deserts – making it the ideal inspiration and namesake for our fun-loving, adventurous SUV.
Yes. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ both come standard in the Taos.
The Taos is designed to comfortably seat up to 5 passengers, with 2 seats in the front and 3 in the rear. Better still, the Taos offers two-tone interior seats and heated front seats as standard on all trims.
The Taos is available with 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive as an option. You’ll get the fun drive with the 1.5L engine, while this AWD version of Taos is paired with our 8-speed Automatic Transmission for a supersmooth ride.
The available Black Edition lives up to its name with 19" wheels, roof rails, window surrounds, and exterior mirror housings – all in black. This trim also includes illuminated exterior design elements, customizable interior ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, black decorative inserts, and more.
The 2025 Taos comes standard with 17" “Lupin” alloy wheels (8-speed FWD). Additional available wheels include 18" “Fiji” alloy wheels (standard on Comfortline and Highline trims) and 19" “Plus” alloy wheels.
The 2025 VW Taos has received significant mechanical upgrades, including a boost in power to 174 hp. A new 8-speed automatic transmission pairs seamlessly with the 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive system, enhancing both performance and handling.
The 2025 Taos has a redesigned front fascia complemented with new lighting elements. This includes an LED light bar in the front grille and a rear LED light bar with an illuminated VW logo.
Yes! Three new exterior colours will be available, along with a fresh palette of new interior decor options.