Everything to Know About the 2022 Volkswagen Taos

The 2022 Volkswagen Taos is a practical and affordable subcompact SUV that is also fun to drive and well equipped.

The mechanicals

The 2022 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with a new turbocharged 1.5L four-cylinder engine that is both efficient and powerful. This unit is paired with either an eight-speed automatic transmission, or a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission on models equipped with the 4Motion all-wheel drive system. This powertrain produces 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque at only 1,750 RPM, which gives the Taos strong accelerations and a peppy feel that makes driving in the city more pleasurable, since you never have to work the engine hard to keep up with traffic. The addition of all-wheel drive improves the capabilities, especially in the winter, when slippery roads make driving dangerous and difficult. The engine’s power and its firm suspension allow the Taos to live up to Volkswagen’s reputation for building fun to drive cars that handle very well and provide the driver with a feeling of being totally in control.

The features

The 2022 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with all of the features you want in your new SUV. For instance, the entry-level Trendline comes standard with Volkswagen’s Digital Cockpit which replaces the gauge cluster with a customisable screen. In addition, the heated front seats, the Keyless entry system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the cruise control and the 6.5-inch infotainment display are all standard. The Comfortline model adds wireless Apple CarPlay, blind spot monitoring and leatherette upholstery among other details. The top-of-the-range Highline version adds such premium features as the navigation system, the Climatronic dual-zone automatic climate control and the panoramic front and rear sunroofs and the ventilated front seats. A wireless charging pad, a Beats Audio sound system and the leather seats are also part of the standard features on the Highline.