DecodedCars2027 Volkswagen Taos
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 27 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Volkswagen Taos is a small SUV offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 35 highway), 2% better than the 2027 small SUV average of 29.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Taos — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Taos →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 35 / 30 | +2% | $2,250 | 297 |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | +9% | $2,400 | 315 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Volkswagen Taos.
Similar 2027 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Volkswagen Taos (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Seltos | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Sportage | 41 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe | 36 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Sorento | 37 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Volkswagen Taos.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Volkswagen Taos is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Volkswagen Taos in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Taos years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volkswagen. How we calculate this →