The 2023 Volkswagen Taos is the newest SUV from VW and a great choice if you are looking for a small crossover that is practical and fun to drive.
Well equipped
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with all of the popular features you expect and many others. For example, the Taos comes standard with the 8-inch Digital Cockpit that replaces the usual set of gauges with a modern screen that lets you see all of the necessary information directly in your line of sight. Other standard features include the 6.5-inch infotainment system, the keyless entry and start system, the LED headlamps and taillamps, the heated front seats and the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. If you want more luxury, the Taos is available with a number of premium features, such as the ventilated front seats, the 8-inch infotainment screen, the Beats Audio premium sound system, the 10,25-inch configurable Digital cockpit, the remote start function, the panoramic sunroof, the automatic rain-sensing wipers and the dual-zone automatic climate control system.
On the road
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos upholds the brand’s reputation for making fun to drive vehicles due to its standard turbocharged engine and its refined suspension system. The new 1,5L TSI engine delivers 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque through one of two available transmissions, depending on your choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. If you choose the front-wheel drive model, the 8-speed automatic transmission takes place under the hood. If you instead opt for the 4Motion AWD system, the 7-speed dual-clutch DSG transmission is used. The 4Motion system makes the most of the available power by making sure that the engine’s output is directed to the wheels that have the most traction at all times. This is particularly useful in winter, when it helps make the Taos more stable on slippery or snow-covered roads.