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2025 Volkswagen Taos
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 2 EPA certification records across 2 model/option labels (Taos, Taos 4motion), spanning All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive drivetrains and Regular fuel type across 1 engine (1.5L 4-cyl SIDI). EPA classifies it under Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vehicle classes, built on Conventional powertrain technology. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 28–31 MPG/MPGe, an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,000–$2,250/yr. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints for this model year. The site covers 3 model years of the Volkswagen Taos, 2025 through 2027, and this is the 2025.
Configurations2
Model/option labels2
Combined efficiency28–31 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers4
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos: 7 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | FWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| S 4MOTION | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | FWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE 4MOTION | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE Black | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | FWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE Black 4MOTION | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SEL 4MOTION | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 174 | 184 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 3,201 lb | 175.8 in | 64.5 in | 105.9 in | 6.5 in | 35.1 ft | 13.2 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P215/55R17 |
| S 4MOTION | 3,441 lb | 175.8 in | 65.1 in | 105.5 in | 7.6 in | 34.8 ft | 14.5 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P215/55R18 |
| SE | 3,201 lb | 175.8 in | 64.5 in | 105.9 in | 6.5 in | 35.1 ft | 13.2 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P215/50R18 |
| SE 4MOTION | 3,441 lb | 175.8 in | 65.1 in | 105.5 in | 7.6 in | 34.8 ft | 14.5 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P215/55R18 |
| SE Black | 3,201 lb | 175.8 in | 64.5 in | 105.9 in | 6.5 in | 35.1 ft | 13.2 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P215/50R18 |
| SE Black 4MOTION | 3,441 lb | 175.8 in | 65.1 in | 105.5 in | 7.6 in | 34.8 ft | 14.5 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P235/45R19 |
| SEL 4MOTION | 3,441 lb | 175.8 in | 65.1 in | 105.5 in | 7.6 in | 34.8 ft | 14.5 gal | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 937 lb | P235/45R19 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 Volkswagen Taos trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | S | S 4MOTION | SE | SE 4MOTION | SE Black | SE Black 4MOTION | SEL 4MOTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||
| Adaptive headlights | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Anti-theft alarm | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | – | Std | – | Std | – | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| IPod interface | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Opt |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48914Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 | N/A |
| 48941Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
4 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2025 Volkswagen Taos versus the 2024 Volkswagen Taos?
Model year
Against the 2024 Volkswagen Taos: Transmissions no longer listed: Automatic (AM-S7). Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 29.0 to 29.5 MPG/MPGe.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02What size wheels does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos have?
Wheels and tires
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the S, 18 inches on the S 4MOTION, SE, SE 4MOTION and SE Black and 19 inches on the SE Black 4MOTION and SEL 4MOTION. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03How do the 2025 Volkswagen Taos trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 7 trims share the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) making 174 hp. The S 4MOTION has AWD instead of FWD and heated front seats, heated mirrors and hill-descent control as standard equipment over the S. The SE has FWD instead of AWD and adaptive headlights, an anti-theft alarm, front and rear climate zones and 8 more as standard equipment over the S 4MOTION. The SE 4MOTION has AWD instead of FWD and hill-descent control as standard equipment over the SE. The SE Black has FWD instead of AWD and roof rails as standard equipment over the SE 4MOTION. The SE Black 4MOTION has AWD instead of FWD and hill-descent control as standard equipment over the SE Black.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04What does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos run from $26,920 for the S to $36,620 for the SEL 4MOTION, across 7 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
This model year’s federal safety record
2 federal recall campaigns are on file for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos name electrical system, fuel system. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2025 Volkswagen Taos is affected.
The 2022 Volkswagen Taos carries 6 recall campaigns and 310 owner complaints, against 9 here: 4 more recalls than the 2025.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Volkswagen Taos.
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