2026 Volkswagen Taos SE FWD
The 2026 Volkswagen Taos SE FWD is a 174-hp turbocharged inline-4 with an 8-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $29,260 MSRP and is rated at 31 mpg combined.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $29,260 |
| MSRP with Destination | $30,735 |
| Destination Charge | $1,475 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Inline-4 16V turbocharged/intercooled TSI (EA211); front-mounted transverse; aluminum block and head |
| Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1750-4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC belt-driven; 4 valves/cyl; hydraulic lifters; variable intake and exhaust timing; variable intake-valve lift |
| Bore and Stroke | 74.5 x 85.9 mm (2.93 x 3.38 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | TSI direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.89 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.85 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.77 |
| 4th Gear | 1.37 |
| 5th Gear | 1.19 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.81 |
| 8th Gear | 0.66 |
| Reverse | 3.36 |
| Final Drive | 3.24 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 36 MPG |
| Combined | 31 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded recommended |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut-type; lower control arms; coil springs; telescopic dampers; anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam; coil springs; telescopic dampers |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Vented disc; power-assisted dual circuit |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.3 x 1.0 in vented |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.7 x 0.4 in solid |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7J x 18 in |
| Wheels Rear | 7J x 18 in |
| Tires Front | 215/50 R18 |
| Tires Rear | 215/50 R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175.9 in |
| Width | 72.5 in |
| Height | 64.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Front Track | 61.9 in |
| Rear Track | 60.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.5 in |
| Approach Angle | 17.5° |
| Departure Angle | 25° |
| Cargo Volume | 27.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,201 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 45.4 in |