2025 Volkswagen Taos: Sleeker Design, More Power

By Kevin Joseph September 12, 2024

Introducing the 2025 Volkswagen Taos: Reimagined to meet the interests of North American customers.

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Engine Enhancements: The Taos now has a 1.5-liter engine with updated components, which produces 174 horsepower.

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Torque Performance: Maintains 184 pound-feet of torque, indicating possible acceleration gains.

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New Transmission for AWD Models: The AWD Taos now has an eight-speed automatic gearbox for better shifting.

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Interior Refresh: A new light-coloured lower dash panel enhances the cabin, lessening its drabness.

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Material Upgrades: Door panels are coated in soft-touch leatherette with different stitching patterns depending on trim level.

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Standard 8.0-inch Touchscreen: All versions are compatible with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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Advanced Features in Higher Trims: Wireless phone mirroring, voice control, and satellite radio are featured.

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Enhanced Climate Control: Volkswagen's touch-sensitive temperature interface is now available on SE and SEL models.

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Exterior Updates: New front and back designs featuring a full-width light bar and shorter, linked headlamps.

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Lighting Improvements: S versions include LED projector headlights, while SE models get adaptive lighting and parking sensors.

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Fuel Efficiency Expectations: Expected to achieve or surpass 2024 fuel efficiency figures, including significant highway test performance.

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New Color Options: The palette now includes bright moss green, Monterey blue pearl, and monument grey.

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Availability and Launch Date: 2025 Taos will go on sale late this year, with pricing specifics to be disclosed closer to the debut date.

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Upcoming Models: The third-generation Tiguan will make its debut in 2025, with US-specific features released in November at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

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