Volkswagen

Volkswagen Taos

Price $26,995 – $37,695
Fuel consumption 6.6 – 9.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 70%(view ratings)
With slight adjustments to features and content for 2023, the Taos is even more attractive for small SUV buyers. The turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine generates 158 horsepower along with 184 lb-ft. of torque, just like the Jetta’s. FWD and AWD models can be specified, while trim levels include Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. Roomier than most direct competitors, this German fighter has a 790-litre cargo area that expands up to 1,866 litres with the rear seats folded (or 705 to 1,705 litres when equipped with the optional all-wheel drive system).

Volkswagen Taos

Pricing
MSRP CA$26,995
Fees CA$2,050
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$508/month
Powertrain
Engine 1,5 l I-4
Power 158 hp @ 5,500 rpm (118 kW)
Torque 184 lb·ft @ 1,750 – 4,000 rpm (249 N·m)
Induction Turbocharged
Fuel type Regular
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain FWD
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type SUV
Category Subcompact SUV
Assembly Puebla, MX
Generation 1
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 8.4 L/100km
Highway 6.6 L/100km
Combined 7.6 L/100km
Autonomy 657 km
CO₂ emissions 178 g/km
Equipment
Sunroof not available
Heated front seats standard
Heated rear seats not available
Heated steering wheel standard
Ventilated front seats not available
Head-up display not available
Surround-view camera not available
Smart key standard
Blindspot detection standard
Forward collision warning standard
Autonomous emergency braking standard
Lane departure warning not available
Adaptive cruise control not available
Remote engine start not available
GPS not available
Infotainment
Front USB ports standard
Rear USB ports not available
Apple CarPlay compatible standard
Android Auto compatible standard
Sirius XM not available
Bluetooth audio standard
Wi-Fi hotspot not available
Wireless phone charging not available
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion, electric assistance
Front suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P215/55R17
Rear tires P215/55R17
Safety
Seat belts 5
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,466 mm (176″)
Width 1,841 mm (72″)
Height 1,636 mm (64″)
Wheelbase 2,689 mm (106″)
Weight 1,443 kg (3,181 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 5
Trunk between 790 l and 1,866 l
Fuel tank 50 l (11 gal)
Towing capacity not recommended
Performance
0-100 km/h 8.0 s
80-120 km/h 6.8 s
Top speed N/A
Braking distance 40 m
Warranty
Base warranty 4 years/80,000 km
Powertrain warranty 5 years/100,000 km
The Car Guide rating
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 5/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 7/10
Average 70%(view ratings)