Volkswagen of America Inc. introduced a variety of updates for the 2025 Taos that ship an up to date look, upgraded know-how, and extra energy.
New wheel designs be a part of the revised exterior, whereas upgraded in-car tech and powertrain refinements are featured within the newest mannequin yr compact SUV.
Below the hood of the 2025 Taos is an up to date model of the 1.5L EA211 turbocharged four-cylinder TSI engine. {Hardware} modifications embody:
- Revised piston rings and gasoline injectors
- Modified turbo housing
- Bigger intercooler
- New gasoline particulate filter
These modifications increase the powerplant’s output from the outgoing mannequin’s 158 hp to 174 hp. An eight-speed computerized transmission replaces the seven-speed DSG dual-clutch computerized on 4Motion fashions.
2025 Taos fashions will begin at an MSRP of $24,995 for the S front-wheel drive (FWD) mannequin and $26,695 for the S 4Motion all-wheel drive (AWD) mannequin. Different pricing consists of:
Trim | FWD | 4Motion AWD |
---|---|---|
SE | $27,895 | $29,595 |
SE Black | $30,145 | $31,845 |
SEL | N/A | $34,695 |
Drive Help with IQ.Drive
The 2025 Taos options VW’s suite of IQ.Drive driver help options throughout all trims, together with:
- Journey Help (semi-automated driving help)
- Entrance Help (Ahead Collision Warning and Computerized Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring)
- Lively Blind Spot Monitor
- Rear Site visitors Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Management (ACC) Cease and Go
- Lane Help (Lane Holding System)
- Emergency Help (semi-automated car help in a medical emergency)
Entrance and rear Park Distance Management are additionally now obtainable, which helps to supply steering when parking or in tight areas.
Tailor-made Interiors and New Tech
Transferring into the cabin, the 2025 Taos incorporates a new dashboard design, supplies, and colours.
An 8-inch floating infotainment show is customary on all fashions, whereas contact management for the Climatronic HVAC system is accessible on the SE trim and above. New acoustic dampening remedies assist to scale back inside noise.
Taos S options two-tone black and gray fabric upholstery; SE and SE Black fashions are geared up with CloudTex and fabric supplies — SE in two totally different two-tone choices and SE Black in all black. SEL fashions are outfitted with leather-based seats in both a two-tone black and gray mixture or a brand new darkish blue.
Refreshed Exterior and Wheel Design
The 2025 Taos exterior incorporates a refreshed entrance finish. Adjustments embody a brand new bumper design, a brand new grille with an obtainable gentle bar, and customary LED projector headlights with obtainable AFS. Related taillights and an illuminated Volkswagen badge had been added to the rear finish.
New wheel choices embody:
- 17-in. aluminum alloys for FWD S fashions
- 18-in. alloys for the FWD SE
- 19-in. wheels for SEL
The SE Black trim, launched for 2024, continues with a black roof, trim, and totally different wheels — 18-in. for FWD fashions and 19-in. for 4Motion AWD fashions.
The refreshed 2025 Taos will attain U.S. dealerships by the top of this yr.
Editor’s Observe: This story was initially revealed Oct. 4, 2024, and was up to date Oct. 11 with newly-released data on pricing.