2023 Volkswagen Taos S specs & colors
Sport Utility
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MSRP
- S FWD $24,155
- S 4MOTION *Ltd Avail* $26,495
- S 4MOTION $26,495
- SE FWD $28,925
- SE 4MOTION *Ltd Avail* $30,375
- SE 4MOTION $30,375
- SEL 4MOTION *Ltd Avail* $34,535
- SEL 4MOTION $34,535
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Dk / Lt Slate Gray
Packages
$495
Starting MSRP
- Active Blind Spot Monitor
- Emergency Assist
- Semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency
IQ.DRIVE S Package
$495
Starting MSRP
- Active Blind Spot Monitor
- Emergency Assist
- Semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency
- Rear Traffic Alert
- Travel Assist (Semi-Automated Driving Assistance)
- Front Assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) w/Stop & Go
- S Convenience Package
- Leather-Trimmed Shifter
- Automatic Rain-Sensing Front Wipers
- Heated Leatherette-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- leather-trimmed shifter
- Light Assist (High Beam Control For Headlights)
- Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
$0
Starting MSRP
- Leather-Trimmed Shifter
- Automatic Rain-Sensing Front Wipers
- Heated Leatherette-Wrapped Steering Wheel
$495
Starting MSRP
- Convenience Features
- Automatic Rain-Sensing Front Wipers
- Heated Leatherette-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Assistance Package
$495
Starting MSRP
- Convenience Features
- Automatic Rain-Sensing Front Wipers
- Heated Leatherette-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- leather-trimmed shifter
- Light Assist (High Beam Control For Headlights)
- Emergency Assist
- Semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) w/Stop & Go
- Travel Assist (Semi-Automated Driving Assistance)
- Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
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$0
Starting MSRP
- Automatic Rain-Sensing Front Wipers
- Heated Leatherette-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- leather-trimmed shifter
$110
Starting MSRP
- first aid kit and roadside assistance kit combo pack
- First Aid Kit
- basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries
$300
Starting MSRP
- Luggage Net
- For securing items in the cargo area
- Carpeted MojoMats (Set of 4)
$406
Starting MSRP
- Luggage Net
- For securing items in the cargo area
- Rubber Mats Kit (SNM)
$680
Starting MSRP
- wheel splash guards (set of 4)
- Chrome Bumperdillo Protection Plate for Rear Bumper
- Roof Rack Base Carrier Bars (Set of 2)
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Small SUV 2WD |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 X 7 in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 X 7 in |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | N/A |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 158 @ 5500 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L/91 |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 184 @ 1750 |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 31 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 475.20 mi |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| Cruising Range - City | 369.60 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 28 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 36 MPG |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.81 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.23 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| Trans Type | 8 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.47 |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High | N/A |
| Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.67 |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 5.07 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 4.00 |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low | N/A |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.23 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.95 |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.97 |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 12.3 in |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 10.7 in |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 13.2 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 37.6 ft |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Rear Tire Size | P215/55HR17 |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Front Tire Size | P215/55HR17 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Maximum Trailering Capacity | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight - Front | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight - Rear | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight | N/A lbs |
| Total Option Weight | 0.00 lbs |
| Maximum Payload Capacity | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 3181 lbs |
| Track Width, Rear | 60.5 in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 | N/A in |
| Rear Door Opening Height | N/A in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 55.2 in |
| Front Leg Room | 40.1 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.5 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | 6.4 in |
| Height, Overall | 64.4 in |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 | 27.9 ft³ |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Cargo Box (Area) Height | N/A in |
| Track Width, Front | 61.9 in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 | N/A in |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume | 99.5 ft³ |
| Second Head Room | 39.8 in |
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings | N/A in |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 | 27.9 ft³ |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 | N/A in |
| Rear Door Opening Width | N/A in |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 | 65.9 ft³ |
| Second Leg Room | 37.9 in |
| Front Head Room | 40.7 in |
| Front Hip Room | N/A in |
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline | N/A in |
| Second Hip Room | N/A in |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Length, Overall | 175.8 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 72.5 in |
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | Standard |
| Radio: Composition Color AM/FM -inc: 6.5" touchscreen, USB input, capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (cellular data plan required; includes limited trial), capability for VW Car-Net services (capabilities for certain services vary; requires enrollment or subscription), Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices), and App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB | Standard |
| Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna | Standard |
| Streaming Audio | Standard |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System | Standard |
| Roof Rack Rails Only | Standard |
| Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo | Standard |
| Light Tinted Glass | Standard |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | Standard |
| LED Brakelights | Standard |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | Standard |
| Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim | Standard |
| Black Grille w/Chrome Accents | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster | Standard |
| Black Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding | Standard |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | Standard |
| Steel Spare Wheel | Standard |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | Standard |
| Tires: 215/55R17 All-Season | Standard |
| Wheels: 17" Silver Painted Alloy | Standard |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers | Standard |
| Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
| Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Standard |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert | Standard |
| Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | Standard |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert | Standard |
| Lip Spoiler | Standard |
| Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
| 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | Standard |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Redundant Digital Speedometer | Standard |
| 6-Way Passenger Seat | Standard |
| Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | Standard |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access | Standard |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
| Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
| Cloth Door Trim Insert | Standard |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering | Standard |
| Urethane Gear Shifter Material | Standard |
| Front Bucket Seats -inc: manually adjustable driver and passenger seat w/height adjustment | Standard |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest | Standard |
| Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only | Standard |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
| Rear Cupholder | Standard |
| Air Filtration | Standard |
| Digital/Analog Appearance | Standard |
| 6-Way Driver Seat | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | Standard |
| Front Map Lights | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror | Standard |
| Leatherette Steering Wheel | Standard |
| VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year Tracker System | Standard |
| Manual Air Conditioning | Standard |
| Compass | Standard |
| Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
| Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Standard |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| Power Fuel Flap Locking Type | Standard |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | Standard |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Dashboard Storage, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | Standard |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console and 1 12V DC Power Outlet | Standard |
| Seats w/Cloth Back Material | Standard |
| Cloth Seating Surfaces | Standard |
| Interior Trim -inc: Colored Instrument Panel Insert, Colored Door Panel Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents | Standard |
| Carpet Floor Trim | Standard |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down | Standard |
| 1 12V DC Power Outlet | Standard |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | Standard |
| Driver Information Center | Standard |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | Standard |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| Engine: 1.5L TSI DOHC Turbocharged 4-Cylinder -inc: 16-valve, direct fuel injection | Standard |
| Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic w/Tiptronic | Standard |
| Front-Wheel Drive | Standard |
| 937# Maximum Payload | Standard |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Tiptronic Sequential Shift Control | Standard |
| Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
| Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature | Standard |
| Engine Oil Cooler | Standard |
| 13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| Front Strut Rear Torsion Beam Suspension | Standard |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
| 3.23 Axle Ratio | Standard |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
| GVWR: 4,321 lbs (1,960 kgs) | Standard |
| Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
| Back-Up Camera | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Standard |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking) and Rear Traffic Alert | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | Standard |
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