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Volkswagen's most affordable SUV: up to 36 mpg on the highway, a roomy back seat and available 4MOTION all-wheel drive. 2027 Taos models, including the new Sport trim, are in stock at Elk Grove Volkswagen.
This is Elk Grove Volkswagen's guide to the current Taos: the trims, what changes for 2027, the key specs, and links to our detailed guides on cargo, towing, colors and how it compares with the Tiguan.
Five trims for 2027, all with the same 174-hp turbo. Prices are 2026 starting MSRP before destination; 2027 pricing is very close.
From $26,500 (FWD)
Between S and SE
From $29,260 (FWD)
From $31,510 (FWD)
From $35,900 (4MOTION)
New Sport trim. The Sport sits just above the S and brings a sportier look for a small step up in price: black 18-inch wheels, gloss-black mirror caps and roof rails, gunmetal accents on the bumpers and exhaust tips, privacy glass, and embossed black cloth seats with yellow stitching.
A better-equipped S. The 2027 S gets an upgraded infotainment system with satellite radio and voice control and two more speakers. Keyless access, new optional premium audio and voice features, and an enhanced rear seatbelt reminder round out the updates.
The engine, transmission, size and fuel economy carry over unchanged. We have both 2026 and 2027 models on the lot.
| Front-wheel drive | 4MOTION all-wheel drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L turbo four, 174 hp / 184 lb-ft | 1.5L turbo four, 174 hp / 184 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| EPA mpg (city/hwy) | 28 / 36 | 25 / 33 |
| Cargo, behind rear seat | 27.9 cu ft | 24.9 cu ft |
| Cargo, rear seat folded | 65.9 cu ft | 60.2 cu ft |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Available on | S, Sport, SE, SE Black | All trims; standard on SEL |
| Warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi new-vehicle limited · 2 yr / 20,000 mi Carefree scheduled maintenance | |
Detailed guides on the questions Taos shoppers ask us most.
S, SE, SE Black and SEL compared feature by feature.
CargoBehind the rear seat and folded, FWD vs. 4MOTION.
TowingWhat Volkswagen says about towing with a Taos.
CompareWhich compact Volkswagen SUV fits your budget.
ColorsExterior paint and two-tone roof options.
SizeExterior size, interior room and garage fit.
SpecsEngine, transmission and feature details.
Step upMore power, more room and up to a 15-inch screen.
Every new Taos bought from Elk Grove Volkswagen includes our Knight4Life lifetime engine warranty, covering vital engine components for as long as you own it (terms apply), on top of Volkswagen's 4-year/50,000-mile warranty and 2 years/20,000 miles of Carefree scheduled maintenance. We're on W Stockton Blvd just off Highway 99, an easy drive from Sacramento, Lodi, Galt and Stockton.
The 2026 Taos starts at $26,500 MSRP for the S with front-wheel drive ($28,200 with 4MOTION). The SE starts at $29,260, the SE Black at $31,510 and the SEL, which comes standard with 4MOTION, at $35,900. 2027 pricing is very close to 2026, with the new Sport trim slotting between the S and SE. Prices exclude destination, taxes and fees.
A new Sport trim joins the lineup between the S and SE, with black 18-inch wheels, gloss-black and gunmetal styling details and black cloth seats with yellow stitching. The 2027 S gains an upgraded infotainment system with satellite radio and voice control plus two extra speakers, and keyless access is added.
The Taos is EPA-rated 28 mpg city and 36 mpg highway with front-wheel drive, and 25 city / 33 highway with 4MOTION all-wheel drive.
Yes. 4MOTION all-wheel drive is available on the S, SE and SE Black and standard on the SEL. Both front-drive and all-wheel-drive models use an 8-speed automatic.
Front-wheel-drive models hold 27.9 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 65.9 cubic feet with it folded. 4MOTION models hold 24.9 and 60.2 cubic feet. That is more than many subcompact SUVs, including the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek.
Volkswagen does not publish a towing rating for the Taos in the US, and we don't recommend using it to tow. If towing matters, look at the Tiguan or Atlas.
Choose the Taos if you want the lowest price and the best fuel economy in a VW SUV with a surprisingly roomy back seat. Choose the Tiguan for more power (up to 268 hp), more cargo space, a bigger screen and light towing capability.
2026 and 2027 Taos models are on the lot in Elk Grove, including the new 2027 Sport. Browse inventory or call and we'll have one ready to drive.
Elk Grove Volkswagen · 9776 W Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95757 · Sales 916-460-8489 · Serving Sacramento, Stockton, Folsom & the Central Valley
MSRP shown is manufacturer's suggested retail price for the 2026 model year and excludes destination, taxes, title, license, registration, dealer documentation fees and optional equipment; 2027 pricing may differ. Dealer price may vary; see dealer for current pricing, offers and availability. EPA estimates are for comparison only; actual mileage will vary. Specifications and features are based on manufacturer information available at the time of writing, vary by trim, model year and configuration, and are subject to change. Knight4Life benefits are provided by Elk Grove Volkswagen, not Volkswagen of America; see dealer for terms and exclusions. Driver assistance features are not a substitute for attentive driving.
