2023 Volkswagen Taos Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2023 Volkswagen Taos lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 5  Taos S 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 2 of 5  Taos S Sport Utility 4D | 3 of 5  Taos SE Sport Utility 4D | 4 of 5  Taos SE 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 5 of 5  Taos SEL 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $20,913 | $21,168 | $21,846 | $22,603 | $24,374 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | City 28/Hwy 36/Comb 31 MPG | City 28/Hwy 36/Comb 31 MPG | City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 158 @ 5500 RPM | 158 @ 5500 RPM | 158 @ 5500 RPM | 158 @ 5500 RPM | 158 @ 5500 RPM | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 60.20 cu ft | 65.90 cu ft | 65.90 cu ft | 60.20 cu ft | 60.20 cu ft | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline |
| Blind-Spot Alert | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Pedestrian Detection System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Engine Start | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Smartphone Interface | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Internet Access | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Voice Recognition System | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| iPod Interface | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Premium Radio | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Satellite Radio | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Heated Mirrors | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Not Available |
| Torque | 184 @ 5500 RPM | 184 @ 5500 RPM | 184 @ 5500 RPM | 184 @ 5500 RPM | 184 @ 5500 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Steering Wheel Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Headlights | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | ||
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | ||
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3437 pounds | 3181 pounds | 3181 pounds | 3437 pounds | 3437 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 13.2 gallons | 13.2 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40.7 inches | 40.7 inches | 40.7 inches | 40.7 inches | 40.7 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 40.1 inches | 40.1 inches | 40.1 inches | 40.1 inches | 40.1 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.6 inches | 6.4 inches | 6.4 inches | 7.6 inches | 7.6 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 175.8 inches | 175.8 inches | 175.8 inches | 175.8 inches | 175.8 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 937 pounds | 937 pounds | 937 pounds | 937 pounds | 937 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.5 inches | 56.5 inches | 56.5 inches | 56.5 inches | 56.5 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 37.6 feet | 37.6 feet | 37.6 feet | 37.6 feet | 37.6 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 105.5 inches | 105.9 inches | 105.9 inches | 105.5 inches | 105.5 inches |
FAQs
Is the Volkswagen Taos a 4 or 6 cylinder?
All trim levels of the 2023 Taos feature a 4 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2023 Taos specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Taos specs page.
Does the 2023 Volkswagen Taos have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2023 Taos trims have turbo engines: S 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter, S Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2023 Taos specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Taos specs page.
What features does a 2023 Taos have?
2023 Volkswagen Taos features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2023 Taos trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Taos specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2023 Taos have?
All 2023 Taos trim variations have 158 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2023 Taos specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Taos specs page.
Is the Volkswagen Taos underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 2023 Taos trim variations have 158 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2023 Taos specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Taos specs page.
Is the Volkswagen Taos fuel efficient?
The 2023 Taos comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the S 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D which gets 28 MPG, with 25 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2023 Taos specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Taos specs page.