Is Volkswagen Taos AWD?

The all-new Taos is available with 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive as an option. You'll get the fun drive you crave with the 1.5L engine, while this AWD version of Taos also includes our DSG dual clutch transmission for lightning fast responses from the gearbox.

2022 VW Taos | Compact 5-Seater SUV

Q: When will the VW Taos be available in dealerships?

The VW Taos will be in dealerships in July 2021.

Q: Will all dealers sell the VW Taos?

You bet! All VW dealers will have the VW Taos.

Q: Does the VW Taos come in All-Wheel Drive?

Absolutely! The VW Taos will have available 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive so you can enjoy confidence in any condition.

Q: What is the story behind Volkswagen Taos model name?

The new Volkswagen Taos is named after a popular ski town in New Mexico—famous for it's wildly diverse landscapes, including snow capped mountains and vast, untamed deserts—making it the ideal inspiration and namesake for our fun-loving, adventurous new SUV.

Q: Does Volkswagen Taos Have Apple Car Play or Android Auto?

Yes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto both come standard in the all-new Taos.

Q: How Many Seats Does Volkswagen Taos Have?

The Taos is designed to comfortably seat up to 5 passengers, with 2 seats in the front and 3 in the rear. Better still, the Taos offers heated front seats as standard on all trims.

Show the world you’re always game with our newest compact SUVW.

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Small(ish) SUV. Big impact.

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Small(ish) SUV. Big impact.

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Highlights

Welcome the newest entry to our growing SUVW family, the all-new 2022 Volkswagen Taos. Our smallest compact SUV is more than big enough for all your adventures, with precise German-engineered performance and a wide range of distinctive features. Like you, no matter what life brings, Taos is always game.

4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive

Confidence in all conditions

To conquer whatever Canadian weather* throws at you, available 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive distributes power between the front and rear wheels as needed. Confidence comes easy in a Taos.

^{*Appropriate all-season or winter-weather tires are required for driving in cold, snowy or icy weather conditions.}

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

This is your command centre

It’s time you give your dash some flair. With available customization at your fingertips, you can choose what essential information you want displayed, and configure it to your needs. From speed and travel time to route guidance, assistance systems, and elevation, make the digital cockpit uniquely yours*.
^{* Do not drive distracted. Drivers must pay full attention to the road and safe driving at all times.}

Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto^TM*

Turbocharged Engine

Give your drive some attitude

The highly-advanced1.5L turbocharged engine in the Taos was designed to make compromise a thing of the past. You’ll get the fun drive you crave with its 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, as well as lightning fast response from the DSG dual-clutch gearbox – all while enjoying exceptional fuel economy. We could go into the details on how we made this possible, but you don’t need to know what ‘Variable Turbine Geometry’ means to know it’s a blast to drive. Get behind the wheel and find out for yourself

Design and comfort

This SUVW looks as great as it feels.

Exterior

Dressed to impress.

Clean styling and strong proportions make sure the all-new 2022 Taos looks ready for action. Standard LED headlights offer brilliant illumination and feature a distinct signature. Meanwhile, the sculpted side profile is punctuated by striking available 19” wheels. Whether you’re parked downtown or at the trailhead, Taos is sure to draw attention.

Interior

It’s nice in here.

German design and high-quality materials make sure the inside of the Taos is all about the details. A standard two-tone interior design with contrast stitching and available ventilated leather seats bring a layer of sophistication and comfort. And with adjustable ambient lighting, generous passenger space and plenty of cargo volume, you may find yourself wondering when’s the right time to move in.

Panoramic Sunroof

Illuminated grille and LED headlights

Safety

We didn’t go small on safety.

Front Assist with Autonomous Emergency Braking & Pedestrian Detection*

No surprises

If the vehicle senses an impending collision, Available Front Assist & Pedestrian Detection will warn the driver with an audible tone. The feature is also designed to automatically apply the brakes under certain conditions**, so if the driver doesn’t react, Taos can.

^{*Driver assistance feature. Drivers must continue to perform manual checks and pay full attention to the road and safe driving. Please review the owner’s manual for feature limitations.}

^{**Never rely on this feature to brake for you.}

Blind Spot Monitor*

Lane Assist*

Park Distance Control (Rear)*

Up your parking game

Take command of parking for good. Available Park Distance Control (rear) has sensors designed to help you back in or out of a parking spot. Visual and audio signals on the parking system display indicate how much space is detected behind the vehicle while parking. Maneuver Braking (included with Park Distance Control) can apply emergency braking force automatically in certain conditions** to help mitigate collisions and possibly prevent awkward parking lot confrontations.

^{*Driver assistance feature. Drivers must continue to perform manual checks and pay full attention to the road and safe driving. Please review the owner’s manual for feature limitations.}

^{**Never rely on this feature to brake for you.}

Technology and convenience

Drive like it’s 2022.

Wireless Charging

All charge. No wires

With available wireless charging for compatible devices, you can take ‘my battery is low’ out of your vocabulary. Now, you’ll always be charged and ready to go.

Remote Start

BeatsAudio®

Configure your Taos

Inventory is limited due to global supply chain issues. Supply chain disruptions can cause changes in available standard and/or optional equipment. The MSRP for a vehicle will be adjusted if specific equipment is not included. Please contact your dealer for latest inventory details.^‡

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Buyer's guide

The 2022 Taos buyer's guide can be downloaded here

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The right warranty coverage goes a very long way.

Volkswagens are covered for 4 years or 80,000 km (whichever comes first). That’s 1 year and 20,000 km more than what our competitors offer on average.

In short, a VW warranty is a longer-than-average warranty.

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The facts of owning a Volkswagen

Here are the facts: with Volkswagen, you get a vehicle that’s built to last, a longer-than-average warranty, and quality service designed to save you time and give you peace of mind.

Simply put, owning a Volkswagen might be more affordable than you think.

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FAQs

How do I pronounce “Taos” and where does the name come from?

“Taos” [tous/taʊs] rhymes with “house”[hous /haʊs]. Its name comes from a small, but sought-after town in New Mexico known for its picturesque natural beauty. Fun fact: Taos, New Mexico was also home of John Muir, who wrote “How to keep your Volkswagen alive.” First published in 1969, the book sold millions and became a phenomenon among VW owners for decades after it was first released.

How big is the Taos and where does it fit in the Volkswagen SUV line-up?

The Volkswagen Taos is our smallest SUVW yet, but ”small” in this instance is a relative term. Taos fits an impressive amount of space and versatility into a tidy footprint Taos has an overall length of 4,466 mm and wheelbase of 2,690 mm, while the larger Tiguan has an overall length of 4,701 mm and a wheelbase of 2,790 mm. This means that despite being 236 mm (9.3”) shorter than Tiguan, because only 100 mm comes from the wheelbase, Taos offers excellent passenger and cargo volume. A notable element exclusive to the Tiguan is its available third row seating.

When will the VW Taos be available in dealerships?

Will all dealers sell the VW Taos?

Does the VW Taos come in All-Wheel Drive?

What is the story behind Volkswagen Taos model name?

Does Volkswagen Taos Have Apple Car Play or Android Auto?

How Many Seats Does Volkswagen Taos Have?

Is Volkswagen Taos AWD?

Roll Up to Win™* an All-New 2022 VW Taos at Tim Hortons®

We’re excited to partner with Tim Hortons® and announce that the All-New 2022 Taos is a grand prize in this year’s Roll Up to Win™*³ contest. You could be one of 15 winners to drive the newest member of our SUVW family.

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