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2024 Volkswagen

Taos

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo

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2024 Volkswagen Taos (photo 1 of 2)

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2025 photoAlexander MiglCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

HP
158
Power to weight
0.050 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.23
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
36 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG City
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG Comb
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,000EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
CO₂
286 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Real-world MPG
34.1 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 3.1 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
176 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
65 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
106 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,175 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
100 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Cargo Vol
28 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

206 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERVIN4APIN20260527

    Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; MIL on, engine runs rough with misfire faults; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a leak from the front of the vehicle

  • May 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERVIN4APIN20260519

    Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; MIL on, engine runs rough with misfire faults; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a leak from the front of the vehicle

  • May 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERV0026012081638_1

    Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERV9123032070941_3

    Update Programming of MIB Infotainment

  • May 7, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERVIN4APIN20260507

    Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; MIL on, engine runs rough with misfire faults; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states multiple driver assist lights on; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a leak from the front of the vehicle

  • Apr 13, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERVIN4APIN20260413

    Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Customer states transmission error on dash/unable to move shifter out of park; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states multiple driver assist lights on; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a leak from the fron

  • Apr 2, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGV9422012066639_6

    Condition is normal due to cold fresh air and humidity

  • Mar 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERVIN4APIN20260330

    Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Customer states transmission error on dash/unable to move shifter out of park; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a leak from the front of the vehicle

  • and 198 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.

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