2023 Volkswagen Taos Review | Interior, Safety, & Technology

The 2023 Volkswagen Taos SUV delivers big on style and modern amenities to appeal to today’s digitally savvy driver. Learn what the Taos can offer you in this review, then search our inventory at Vorderman Volkswagen in Fort Wayne, IN, to locate a trim you’d like to explore more. Stop by our dealership, contact us by phone at (260) 489-7900, or send us a text message if you have any questions or would like to schedule a test drive. View our hours and directions to plan your visit.

2023 Volkswagen Taos Interior Design & Cargo Space

Roomy comfort and a well-equipped, technology-laden cabin await you in the 2023 VW Taos SUV. Cruise around town or head out on a road trip with your favorite people. Everyone can stay connected to their world inside this cabin.

In terms of comfort, passenger volume on the 2023 Taos features a spacious 99.5 cubic feet. Five adults can relax and enjoy the ride in the VW Taos. And there’s plenty of cargo area, too. Cargo capacity behind the rear seats is 27.9 cubic feet ― 24.9 cubic feet with all-wheel drive (AWD) models ― and 65.9 cubic feet when you fold the rear seats down (60.2 cubic feet when equipped with AWD). 

Interior design reflects clean, contemporary comfort and ease. Enter with keyless access and get things rolling with remote start or in-cabin push-button engine start. Depending on the trim level you choose, also enjoy:

• Power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof
• Privacy glass
• Soft-touch material on dashboard and door panels 
• Ten-color ambient lighting system
• Climatronic® automatic climate control with advanced air filter
• Heated, leatherette-wrapped, multifunction steering wheel
• Leather-wrapped gear shift knob
• Cloth, CloudTex with cloth, or leather seating surfaces
• Gray and black, neutral gray and black, or French Roast and black two-tone seats with gray contrast stitching
• Heated and ventilated front seats 
• Eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar

2023 Volkswagen Taos Engine Specs & Fuel Economy

The powertrain that comes equipped on all 2023 Volkswagen Taos trims provides turbocharged performance while also delivering solid fuel economy numbers. Choose between front-wheel drive (FWD) or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD). The AWD system is paired with a smooth-shifting dual-clutch transmission to optimize efficiency. You’ll also have three drive mode selections ― normal, sport, and individual ― for enhanced drivability and feel with AWD.

Engine	1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine
Transmission with FWD	Eight-speed automatic transmission
Transmission with AWD	Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
Horsepower	158 HP
Torque	184 lb.-ft. of torque
Fuel Economy (city/hwyMPG)	28/36 (FWD); 25 /32 (AWD)

2023 Volkswagen Taos Safety Options & Technology

Discover both passive and active safety features on the 2023 VW Taos to help protect, inform, and support you when you’re backing up or on the road. Advanced technologies ― like ultrasound sensors, cameras, and radars ― are utilized by the IQ.DRIVE® advanced driver assistance system to help with lane centering or to alert you should you need to veer to the left or right when an obstacle appears. This feature comes standard on the SE and SEL trims and is available with the S trim.

Depending on the trim level you choose, also find these standard or available features:

• Rear view camera
• Auto-dimming rear view mirror
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
• Electronic stability control
• Forward collision warning
• Automatic post-collision braking system
• Rear traffic alert
• Volkswagen intelligent crash response system
• Front assist
• Travel assist
• Lane assist
• Light assist
• Emergency assist
• Adaptive cruise control 
• Park distance control
• Dynamic road sign display

Each of the 2023 VW Taos trim options comes equipped with either the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit or Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro, which are fully digital and customizable cluster displays that illuminate key information and provide easy-to-read route guidance to help make your job easier and more worry-free. The Pro upgrade on higher trims features a larger display and offers more views.

Depending on the trim level you choose, also enjoy these entertainment and connectivity features:

• Four-speaker stereo or eight-speaker, 12-channel, 400W BeatsAudio® system
• Volkswagen MIB3 infotainment system with 8-in. capacitive touchscreen display
• Navigation
• Bluetooth® technology
• HD Radio™ 
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio with 360L
• USB ports
• App-Connect® smartphone integration via wireless & USB 
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
• Wireless charging
• VW Car-Net® services - hotspot, Safe & Secure, Remote Access, Amazon Alexa

2023 Volkswagen Taos Color Options Available

• Pure Gray
• Pure White
• Cornflower Blue
• Deep Black Pearl
• Kings Red Metallic
• Dusk Blue Metallic
• Pyrite Silver Metallic
• Platinum Gray Metallic

2023 Volkswagen Taos Trim Levels

• 2023 Volkswagen Taos S ― starting at $24,155 MSRP
• 2023 Volkswagen Taos SE ― starting at $28,925 MSRP
• 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL ― starting at $34,535 MSRP

2022 VW Taos Review

If you’re looking for a small SUV that’s big on interior comfort, take a look at the 2022 Volkswagen Taos. You’ll find turbocharged performance, advanced tech conveniences, plus versatile seating that lets you expand the cargo space if and when you need it. You can learn about the list of features offered on the 2022 VW Taos by visiting our trims page.

Vorderman Volkswagen in Fort Wayne, IN, has a selection of new Taos SUVs that are ready for you to explore and test drive. Search our new inventory then stop by our dealership or contact us at (260) 489-7900 or via text or chat if you have any questions or would like to set up a test drive. View our hours and directions to plan your visit.

2022 Volkswagen Taos

Enjoyable to drive and refined in both visual appeal and riding experience, the 2022 VW Taos SUV boasts respectable fuel economy numbers ― particularly when equipped with front-wheel drive.

2022 Volkswagen Taos Interior

Enjoy roomy comfort for you and four more passengers inside the 2022 VW Taos. The modern, attractive interior begins with the impressive-looking VW Digital Cockpit, which displays key vehicle information using high-resolution graphics. You can customize the information you view to meet your needs.

Other interior features include:

• Panoramic power sunroof
• Remote start
• Volkswagen Car-Net® infotainment system 
• 6.5- or 8-in. color touchscreen display
• BeatsAudio®
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capable
• Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control
• Wireless smartphone charging with Bluetooth®
• Front and rear USB-C charging ports
• Cloth or leather seats
• Heated front seats
• Six- or eight-way power driver’s seat with power-adjustable lumbar support

2022 Volkswagen Taos Specs

You’ll find one capable turbocharged engine under the hood of all three trim levels offered with the 2022 Volkswagen Taos.

Engine	1.5L TSI turbo four-cylinder
Transmission	Eight-speed automatic (FWD) Seven-speed DSG automatic (AWD)
Drivetrain	FWD or optional 4MOTION AWD
Horsepower	158 HP
Torque	184 lb.-ft.
Fuel Economy (MPG)	28 city/36 hwy (FWD) 25 city/32 hwy (AWD)

2022 Volkswagen Taos Trim Levels

Choose a trim option that best meets your needs. You can learn about the features offered with each of the trim options by visiting our trims page. 

• 2022 Volkswagen Taos S - starting at $23,495
• 2022 Volkswagen Taos SE - starting at $27,895
• 2022 Volkswagen Taos SEL - starting at $32,090