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2026 Volkswagen Taos: Fuel Economy Guide

A green 2025 Volkswagen Taos passes a dogwalking couple on a road with a green hill beside it. A circular building can be seen in the background.

New Volkswagen Taos at Taylor Creek Volkswagen

The 2026 Volkswagen Taos delivers performance you can count on with up to 174 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque on demand from its 1.5 L TSI Turbocharged engine, ensuring it gets the job done and feels good to drive without guzzling gas. Thanks to its intelligent 4MOTION AWD drivetrain and butter-smooth 8-speed automatic transmission, the 2026 Taos sips gas at only 7.4 L per 100 km on the highway, helping you go longer between pit stops. Keep reading to learn more from the automotive experts at Taylor Creek Volkswagen in Orleans, ON!

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An Energetic New Engine

The turbocharged 2026 Taos shows off its spirit despite its gentle fuel consumption rate, achieving a peppy 174 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque without spewing emissions left and right. When combined with its light build and small frame, you get a fairly nimble subcompact that can navigate city streets and backroads alike without seeming sluggish. It’s a great choice as a family vehicle, and quick enough to keep the drive engaging.

2026 Volkswagen Taos Engine Specs

Engine 1.5 L TSI Turbocharged Engine
Horsepower 174
Torque (lb-ft) 184

Combined Fuel Economy 

(L/100km)

7.4

Made 4MOTION

The 2026 Volkswagen Taos takes its performance to the next level with onboard All-Wheel Drive and 8-Speed Automatic Transmission. Included with this versatile system are a variety of situation-ready drive modes that you can switch between and select as the moment (or the mood) takes you, such as the environmentally-minded “Eco”, which adjusts your throttle response, shift patterns, and even climate control to cut your fuel consumption and emissions down to size, easily explaining how the 2026 Taos stays as economical as 8.3 L/100 km in the city, and a miniscule 6.4 L/100km on the highway.

A green 2025 Volkswagen Taos drives on a road that curves past a rugged cliff wall

Shop the 2026 Volkswagen Taos at Taylor Creek Volkswagen

If the 2026 Volkswagen Taos looks like your kind of SUV, then come on down to Taylor Creek Volkswagen in Orleans, ON and see it in person; you can even book a test drive with us for some hands-on experience behind the wheel! If you need to chat with our experts about anything from accessories to financing options, don’t hesitate to reach out today! Alternatively, keep reading about our wide range of new and used Volkswagen SUVs to find your perfect family vehicle.