2025 Volkswagen Taos: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-04
    Quick Answer

    The 2026 Volkswagen Taos is a subcompact five-seat SUV refreshed for the 2025 model year with revised styling, an updated interior, and a more powerful powertrain — changes that carry unchanged into 2026. A 1.5L TSI turbocharged four-cylinder produces 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard; 4MOTION all-wheel drive is available. EPA estimates reach up to roughly 31 mpg combined on FWD. Three trims — S, SE, and SEL — share the Digital Cockpit display, wireless smartphone integration, and Volkswagen's 4-year / 50,000-mile warranty.

    Highlights of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos

    7 highlights
    • Refreshed for 2025 with new exterior styling, an updated interior, and an upgraded 1.5L TSI engine — changes carry unchanged into 2026
    • 1.5L TSI turbocharged four-cylinder produces 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission
    • Front-wheel drive standard with available 4MOTION all-wheel drive
    • Five-passenger seating in a subcompact footprint that's easy to park and maneuver in town
    • EPA-estimated up to roughly 28 mpg city / 36 mpg highway / 31 mpg combined on front-wheel drive
    • Standard Digital Cockpit configurable gauge display and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • Volkswagen's 4-year / 50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty — longer than the 3-year / 36,000-mile norm in the subcompact-SUV class

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Street Volkswagen of Amarillo

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Volkswagen Taos for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim2 trims · 2 in stock1.5T S1 in stock1.5T SE1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$27,011$32,494
    Top price$27,011$32,494
    Powertrain
    DrivetrainFWDFWD
    Fuel optionsGasolineGasoline
    Engine1.5L I4 Turbocharged DOHC 16V LEV3-SULEV30 174hp1.5L I4 Turbocharged DOHC 16V LEV3-SULEV30 174hp
    MPG (city / hwy)28 / 3628 / 36
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    SiriusXM—
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control—
    Heated steering wheel

    Inside the Volkswagen Taos

    What changed in the 2025 refresh

    Volkswagen refreshed the Taos for the 2025 model year with revised front and rear styling, an updated interior with a redesigned center stack and larger touchscreen options, and a more powerful 1.5L TSI engine that replaced the previous 1.4L. The 1.5L produces 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, and pairs with an 8-speed automatic transmission across FWD and 4MOTION configurations — a calibration aimed at smoother shifts and stronger real-world response than the prior setup. The 2026 model year carries these changes forward without significant updates, so shoppers comparing a 2025 and a 2026 Taos are looking at essentially the same vehicle.

    Choosing between S, SE, and SEL

    The S is the value entry — same 1.5L TSI and 8-speed automatic as every other Taos, with cloth seats, the standard Digital Cockpit, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SE adds heated front seats, a leatherette interior, a larger touchscreen, and Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE driver-assistance suite (adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitor, and rear cross-traffic alert). SEL is the loaded trim, layering in a panoramic sunroof, premium audio, ambient interior lighting, and additional convenience features. Powertrain is identical across trims; 4MOTION all-wheel drive is available across the lineup.

    How the Taos stacks up in the subcompact-SUV class

    The Taos competes with the Honda HR-V, Toyota Corolla Cross, Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-30, and Subaru Crosstrek. Its turbocharged 1.5L gives it more torque and stronger merging response than the naturally aspirated rivals, and the available 4MOTION all-wheel drive is a real-world plus for buyers in colder or wetter climates. The standard 4-year / 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty beats most competitors' 3-year / 36,000-mile coverage. Shoppers who specifically want a hybrid powertrain in this size class will need to look at the Corolla Cross Hybrid or HR-V alternatives — the Taos is not offered as a hybrid.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Refreshed 1.5L TSI delivers 184 lb-ft of torque low in the rev range — feels stronger than its 174 hp figure suggests
    • Available 4MOTION all-wheel drive — a meaningful advantage over many subcompact SUV rivals
    • Standard Digital Cockpit and wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto on every trim
    • EPA-estimated up to roughly 36 mpg highway on a non-hybrid powertrain
    • 4-year / 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty — longer than most direct competitors
    • Subcompact footprint is easy to park and maneuver in town while still offering 5-passenger seating
    • IQ.DRIVE driver-assistance suite available without stepping to the top trim
    Cons
    • Not factory tow-rated — buyers who need to tow a small trailer should look elsewhere
    • No hybrid or fully electric Taos variant is offered
    • Cargo volume trails some boxier rivals in the subcompact-SUV class
    • Base S trim's touchscreen and feature set are noticeably simpler than the SE and SEL trims
    • Real-world fuel economy in heavy stop-and-go city driving can fall meaningfully below the 31-combined EPA figure

    New 2025 Volkswagen Taos Inventory at Street Volkswagen of AmarilloLive

    Current in-stock units at Street Volkswagen of Amarillo in Amarillo, TX with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock2vehicles
    Price range$27,011 – $32,494
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJun 4, 2026 · 8:00 PM
    Showing 2 of 2 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyDoorsOptions
    3VV5C7B29SM050742NW678412025VolkswagenTaos1.5T S4D Sport Utility$27,011VDP9,778Platinum Gray Metallic1.5L I4 Turbocharged DOHC 16V LEV3-SULEV30 174hpFWD8-Speed Automatic with TiptronicGasolineNewNo28364
    62 features
    Wheels: 17" Dark Silver Painted AlloyRadio: MIB3 Composition Color AM/FMFront Strut Rear Torsion Beam SuspensionCloth Seating Surfaces
    3VVEC7B22SM087566N2F02492025VolkswagenTaos1.5T SE4D Sport Utility$32,494VDP9,922Pure White1.5L I4 Turbocharged DOHC 16V LEV3-SULEV30 174hpFWD8-Speed Automatic with TiptronicGasolineNewNo28364
    69 features
    Radio: MIB3 Composition Media AM/FM/HDHeated Front Bucket SeatsFront Strut Rear Torsion Beam SuspensionCloudtex and Cloth Seating Surfaces

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Volkswagen Taos

    Every Taos uses Volkswagen's refreshed 1.5L TSI turbocharged four-cylinder, producing 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, with front-wheel drive standard and 4MOTION all-wheel drive available across the trim lineup.
    Yes. Front-wheel drive is standard, and Volkswagen's 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system is available across the trim lineup — a meaningful advantage over many subcompact-SUV rivals that offer AWD only on higher trims or not at all.
    EPA estimates reach up to roughly 28 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined on front-wheel drive. 4MOTION all-wheel-drive models give up a small amount of fuel economy versus FWD. Figures vary by trim and wheel size.
    Three: S, SE, and SEL. The S is the value entry; SE adds heated front seats, a larger touchscreen, and the IQ.DRIVE driver-assistance suite; SEL is the loaded trim with a panoramic sunroof, premium audio, ambient interior lighting, and additional convenience features.
    MSRP starts in the mid-$20,000s for the S trim and tops out in the low-$30,000s for a fully equipped SEL with 4MOTION. See the live inventory section on the dealer page for current in-stock pricing.
    Five — two in front and three across the rear bench. The Taos is a subcompact two-row SUV; buyers who need a third row will want to step up to the larger Tiguan or Atlas.
    Volkswagen does not publish a factory tow rating for the U.S. Taos, so it is not recommended for trailer towing. Shoppers who need to tow regularly should consider the larger Tiguan or Atlas.
    Every Taos includes forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian monitoring. Stepping up to the SE adds Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE suite — adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitor, and rear cross-traffic alert.
    Approximately 28 cubic feet behind the second-row seat on front-wheel-drive models, expanding to around 66 cubic feet maximum with the rear seat folded. 4MOTION models give up a small amount of cargo space versus FWD due to the all-wheel-drive hardware.
    Volkswagen covers the 2026 Taos with a 4-year / 50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty (bumper-to-bumper). This is longer than the 3-year / 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty offered by most direct subcompact-SUV competitors.