Compare the Volkswagen Taos 2025 Highline 4MOTION VS Volkswagen Taos 2023 Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
MSRP: 38995$
MSRP: 37695$
Features
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Body
Suv
Suv
Doors
4
4
Fuel
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Engine
1.5-TSI 4-Cylinder
1.5-TSI 4-Cylinder
Emissions
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
G/km Of CO2 Emissions
208 (Est)
200
Transmission
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
-
0.71
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
5.20
5.20
First Gear Ratio (:1)
-
3.40
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
-
0.93
Reverse Ratio (:1)
-
2.90
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
-
2.75
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
-
0.64
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
-
0.76
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
-
1.77
Trans Description Cont.
Automatic w/OD
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Trans Order Code
SR
RT
Trans Type
8
7
Vehicle
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
EPA Classification
Small SUV 4WD
Small SUV 4WD
Interior Dimensions
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Front Head Room
39.5 (in)
40.7 (in)
Front Hip Room
53.9 (in)
-
Front Leg Room
40.1 (in)
40.1 (in)
Front Shoulder Room
56.5 (in)
56.5 (in)
Passenger Capacity
5
5
Passenger Volume
96.7 (ft³)
99.5 (ft³)
Second Head Room
38.8 (in)
39.8 (in)
Second Hip Room
45.4 (in)
-
Second Leg Room
37.9 (in)
37.9 (in)
Second Shoulder Room
55.2 (in)
55.2 (in)
Weight Information
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Base Curb Weight
3433 (lbs)
3437 (lbs)
Total Option Weight
0.00 (lbs)
0.00 (lbs)
Mileage
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
EnerGuide Estimate - City
9.9 (2024) (L/100 km)
9.5 (L/100 km)
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy
7.5 (2024) (L/100 km)
7.4 (L/100 km)
Engine
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Displacement
1.5 L/91
1.5 L/91
Engine Type
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
174 @ 5500
158 @ 5500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
184 @ 1750
184 @ 1750
Type
1.5-TSI 4-Cylinder null
1.5-TSI 4-Cylinder null
Suspension
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Front Tire Size
P215/55HR18
P225/50HR18
Rear Tire Size
P215/55HR18
P225/50HR18
Spare Tire Size
Compact
Compact
Wheels
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Front Wheel Size
18 X 7 (in)
18 X 7 (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size
18 X 7 (in)
18 X 7 (in)
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel Size
Compact (in)
Compact (in)
Steering
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
34.8 (ft)
37.6 (ft)
Brakes
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
12.3 (in)
12.3 (in)
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
10.7 (in)
10.7 (in)
Fuel Tank
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
55 (L)
55 (L)
Exterior Dimensions
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Height, Overall
65.1 (in)
64.6 (in)
Length, Overall
175.8 (in)
175.8 (in)
Min Ground Clearance
7.6 (in)
6.6 (in)
Track Width, Front
61.8 (in)
61.9 (in)
Track Width, Rear
60.8 (in)
60.8 (in)
Wheelbase
105.5 (in)
105.6 (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors
72.5 (in)
72.5 (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
65.9 (ft³)
60.2 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
27.9 (ft³)
24.9 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
27.9 (ft³)
24.9 (ft³)
Equipment
Mechanical
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
4630# Gvwr 430.0 Kgs Maximum Payload
5.20 Axle Ratio
55 L Fuel Tank
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 1.5-TSI 4-Cylinder
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Full-Time All-Wheel
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Permanent Locking Hubs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Regenerative Alternator
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Tiptronic Sequential Shift Control
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic -inc: ECO driving mode
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
425.0 Kgs Maximum Payload
5.20 Axle Ratio
55 L Fuel Tank
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 1.5-TSI 4-Cylinder
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Front Strut Rear Multi-Link Suspension
Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Full-Time All-Wheel
GVWR: 2,100 kgs (4,630 lbs)
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Permanent Locking Hubs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Regenerative Alternator
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Tiptronic Sequential Shift Control
Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic DSG w/Tiptronic
Exterior
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Cornering Lights
Deep Tinted Glass
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 215/55R18 95H All-Season
Wheels: 18" Fiji Alloy
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Cornering Lights
Deep Tinted Glass
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 225/50R18 95H All-Season
Wheels: 7J x 18" Katana Alloy
Entertainment
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
Radio: 8.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System -inc: AM/FM, wireless app-connect (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), USB Type-C ports w/fast charging performance, 6 speakers, myVW mobile app w/Car-Net connected vehicle services, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity, voice control, SiriusXM satellite radio, wireless charging (for compatible devices) and satellite navigation
Streaming Audio
Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
Radio: 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System -inc: AM/FM, wireless app-connect smartphone integration (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), USB type C port (x2) in front centre console, (x2) in rear w/increased charging performance 45W, Volkswagen Car-Net (remote connectivity), voice control, SiriusXM satellite radio, wireless charging, satellite navigation and BeatsAudio premium audio system w/6 speakers plus subwoofer
Streaming Audio
Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna
Interior
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
2 12V DC Power Outlets
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
6-Way Passenger Seat
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
8-Way Driver Seat
Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go
Air Filtration
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Dashboard Storage, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Start
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest w/Pass-Thru
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Glove Box
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Heated & Ventilated Front Seats -inc: 8-way power driver seat w/power recline and 2-way driver power lumbar support
Heated Leatherette Steering Wheel
Immobilizer
Interior Trim -inc: Coloured Instrument Panel Insert, Coloured Door Panel Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Console Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather Seating Surfaces
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Rigid Cargo Cover
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Trip Computer
2 12V DC Power Outlets
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
6-Way Passenger Seat
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
8-Way Driver Seat
Air Filtration
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Dashboard Storage, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Start
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest w/Pass-Thru
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Glove Box
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Heated Front Sport Seats -inc: 8-way power driver seat w/power recline and 2-way driver power lumbar support
Heated Leatherette Steering Wheel
Immobilizer
Interior Trim -inc: Coloured Instrument Panel Insert, Coloured Door Panel Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Console Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather Perforated Seating Surfaces
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Rigid Cargo Cover
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Trip Computer
Ventilated Front Seats
Safety
Volkswagen Taos 2025
Highline 4MOTION
Volkswagen Taos 2023
Highline 4MOTION
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind Spot Alert Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Keeping Assist
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Side Impact Beams
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) / Travel Assist
VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) Emergency Sos
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Cruise Control-Steering Assist
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Keeping Assist
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Side Impact Beams
VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) Emergency Sos