2025 Volkswagen Taos — Full Specifications
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The 2025 Volkswagen Taos is an SUV powered by a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 37 mpg (UK) / 31 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 34–37 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Volkswagen Taos workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2024 Volkswagen Taos: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 37 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 4★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 100 cu ft (2,832 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 28 cu ft (793 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 37 combined / 34 urban / 43 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 31 combined / 28 city / 36 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 178 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 6 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,150 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos, all with the 1.5L 4-cyl turbo engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 28 to 31 mpg (US), or 34 to 37 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 34 | 28 (25/33) | 198 | $2,400 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 | 31 (28/36) | 178 | $2,150 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 100 cubic feet (about 2,832 litres) and luggage volume at 28 cubic feet (about 793 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos
Running Costs: 2025 Volkswagen Taos
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2025 Volkswagen Taos at 37 mpg combined, expect roughly 983 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,150 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2025 Volkswagen Taos Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Volkswagen Taos (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Fuel system — campaign 26V258000, reported 22 April 2026. Risk: A fuel tank with a dislodged or separated fuel pressure sensor can leak fuel after a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Electrical system — campaign 26V185000, reported 25 March 2026. Risk: An instrument panel that does not display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Volkswagen Taos. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (5), Forward collision avoidance (3), Engine (3). Complaints include 2 reported crashes. That is well below the median of 55 complaints across the 5 Volkswagen Taos model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 5 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Fuel system (1 recall campaign) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Driver-assist sensors (3 owner complaints) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
- Engine (3 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Volkswagen Taos compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 37 mpg figure is 10 mpg better than that average. Its 178 g/km CO₂ figure is 75 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Volkswagen models in our database average about 33 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2025 Volkswagen Taos's 37 mpg is 4 mpg above that make average. Its 178 g/km CO₂ figure is 35 g/km lower than the 213 g/km Volkswagen average.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos have?
It's fitted with a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
The most efficient configuration returns around 37 mpg (UK) combined, or 31 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 34 to 37 mpg.
How much does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,150 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Volkswagen Taos (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
Among the 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (5 complaints), Forward collision avoidance (3 complaints), Engine (3 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 100 cubic feet (about 2,832 litres) and luggage volume at 28 cubic feet (about 793 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Volkswagen Taos's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 37 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.