Volkswagen Taos MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volkswagen Taos model year from 2022 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Taos has been offered with 1.5L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2026 (up to 31 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Volkswagen Taos fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 28–30 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $48,631 | 53 listings |
| 2026 | 28–31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $31,274 | 3,378 listings |
| 2025 | 28–31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $25,375 | 1,018 listings |
| 2024 | 27–31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $21,395 | 1,675 listings |
| 2023 | 28–31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $20,900 | 1,251 listings |
| 2022 | 28–31 MPG | 1.5L 4-cyl | $19,165 | 1,094 listings |
2027 Volkswagen Taos: engines & MPG
The 2027 Taos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 30 MPG. Used 2027 models currently list for a median of $48,631 on VehiSales (53 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
2026 Volkswagen Taos: engines & MPG
The 2026 Taos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 31 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $31,274 on VehiSales (3,378 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
2025 Volkswagen Taos: engines & MPG
The 2025 Taos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 31 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $25,375 on VehiSales (1,018 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
2024 Volkswagen Taos: engines & MPG
The 2024 Taos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 31 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $21,395 on VehiSales (1,675 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2023 Volkswagen Taos: engines & MPG
The 2023 Taos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 31 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $20,900 on VehiSales (1,251 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
2022 Volkswagen Taos: engines & MPG
The 2022 Taos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 31 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $19,165 on VehiSales (1,094 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taos | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Taos 4motion | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Volkswagen Taos get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Taos range from 30 to 31 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2026 model year.
What engines does the 2027 Volkswagen Taos have?
The 2027 Taos was EPA-rated with 1.5L 4-cyl engines — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volkswagen Taos require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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