2026 Volkswagen Taos Features, Specs, Price – Volkswagen of America has revealed a number of Taos improvements that will enhance the vehicle’s economy and adaptability while adding a new design, greater power, and improved electronics. The Taos is an inexpensive, entertaining SUV.
New wheel designs, updated in-car technology, and improved engine improvements combine with updated external appearance and a wider range of paint options to create even more curb appeal for this well-presented little sport-utility vehicle. 2026 Volkswagen Taos Features
2026 Volkswagen Taos Redesign and Update Plan
Exterior & Interior
The exterior, which now has a more expressive front-end design, is where the changes start. Standard LED projector headlights with optional AFS, a revised grille with a light bar, and a new bumper design are among the modifications. The 2026 Taos has a unique, high-end look that is enhanced by connected taillights and an illuminated Volkswagen emblem at the back.
The visual palette is improved with the addition of three new paint colors: Monument Gray, Monterey Blue Pearl, and Bright Moss Green. For front-wheel drive S models, new 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels are available; for the front-wheel drive SE, new 18-inch alloy wheels are available; and for the SEL, new 19-inch wheels are available.
The SE Black trim, which debuted in 2024, keeps its distinctive wheels—18 inches for front-wheel-drive cars and 19 inches for 4Motion all-wheel-drive variants—as well as its black roof and trim.
Moving on to the interior, the 2026 Taos has fresh colors and materials as well as a redesigned dashboard. All versions come with an 8-inch floating infotainment display, while the SE trim level and above have touch control for the Climatronic HVAC system. Additionally, new acoustic dampening treatments aid in lowering noise levels within buildings.
While the SE and SE Black versions come with CloudTex and fabric materials (SE in two different two-tone variants and SE Black in all black, of course), the Taos S has two-tone black and gray cloth upholstery. Leather seats are standard on SEL versions, which come in a new eye-catching dark blue color or a two-tone black and grey combination. 2026 Volkswagen Taos Features
2026 Volkswagen Taos Specs
Engine & Performance
An upgraded version of the effective 1.5-liter EA211 turbocharged four-cylinder TSI engine powers the 2026 Taos. A new gasoline particulate filter, a bigger intercooler, a reworked turbo housing, and updated fuel injectors and piston rings are examples of hardware modifications.
With these modifications, the powerplant’s output increases from 158 horsepower in the outgoing model to 174 horsepower. On 4Motion vehicles, the seven-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission is swapped out with an eight-speed automatic transmission to further improve drivability.
2026 Volkswagen Taos Safety Features
All trim levels of the 2026 Taos are equipped with VW’s advanced IQ.DRIVE driving assistance system. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Go, Active Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System), Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance), Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring), and Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency).
Park Distance Control, which assists with direction while parking or in confined places, is now available in both the front and back.
2026 Volkswagen Taos Release Date & Price
By the end of this year, the updated 2026 Taos will be available at US showrooms; price details will be revealed closer to introduction. 2026 Volkswagen Taos Features
Note: The details included in this blog post are derived from pre-release material that was accessible when the article was written. If you want the latest information, you should check official sources or call your nearest dealership.
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