What Is the 2024 Volkswagen Taos?
The Volkswagen Taos is the German automaker’s subcompact SUV, slotting below the compact Tiguan in size and price. Available in S, SE and SEL trim levels, the Taos is powered by a 158-horsepower, 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Front-drive models use an eight-speed automatic transmission; all-wheel-drive versions get a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The Taos’ competitors include the Chevrolet Trax, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos and Toyota Corolla Cross.
What’s New on the 2024 Volkswagen Taos?
For 2024, all Taos trims get Volkswagen’s IQ.Drive suite of driver-assist and safety features as standard, and some models receive minor alterations to trim and standard equipment. A new SE Black Package includes a black roof, wheels and other exterior accents.
What Features in the 2024 Volkswagen Taos Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- Cloth upholstery
- Heated steering wheel
- 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Wireless device charging
- 8-inch digital instrument cluster
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Adaptive cruise control
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
- 17-inch wheels
Available features include:
- LED headlights
- Leather seats
- Eight-way power driver’s seat
- Remote start
- Automatic climate control
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- 8-inch infotainment touchscreen
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- Panoramic moonroof
- Upgraded stereo system
- Drive mode controller
- Terrain select system
- 18- or 19-inch wheels
Should I Buy the 2024 Volkswagen Taos?
The Volkswagen Taos has plenty of strong points, including an engine that adeptly balances acceleration and fuel efficiency, as well as a suspension that delivers decently nimble handling without a serious penalty in ride quality (though it’s still on the firm side). The Taos is on the larger end of the subcompact SUV class, and its backseat space and cargo room are more generous than many of its rivals’. Its standard and available equipment lists are generous, but the Taos is let down by some plasticky interior trim, a dated infotainment system with smaller screens than some competitors and some clunky, non-linear behavior from both its transmissions — especially the dual-clutch seven-speed that pairs with AWD.
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