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2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION
Columbus, OH
43085
4.2
Expert
3.6
Consumer

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2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION Cost to Own
$49,907
A 2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION has a 5-year cost-to-own of $49,907. After 5 years a 2026 Taos S 4MOTION will depreciate $16,827 and have a residual value of $12,848. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $33,080.
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Average Costs
The 2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION is in the middle 26-75% for Cost to Own among all Subcompact SUV/Crossovers.
2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION 5-Year Depreciation: $16,827
2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$33,080
Fuel:
$10,084
Insurance:
$12,445
Financing:
$3,695
State Fees:
$2,243
Maintenance:
$3,424
Repairs:
$1,189
Total: $33,080
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$16,827
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$33,080
5-Year Cost To Own$49,907
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3441 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 99.5 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.7 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 40.1 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.6 inches | ||
Overall Length | 175.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.5 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 60.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 105.5 inches | ||
Payload Capacity | 937 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 82.6 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 25 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 33 mpg | ||
Combined | 28 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
8 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Descent Control | Available | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 174 @ 5500 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 184 @ 1750 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter |
Technology
Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Hands Free Phone | Available | ||
Internet Access | Available | ||
Push-Button Engine Start | Available | ||
Remote Engine Start | Port Installed | ||
Smartphone Interface | Available | ||
Touch Screen Monitor | Available | ||
USB Port | Available |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 10 years / 100000 miles |
2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION Standard Features
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2026 Volkswagen Taos
KBB.com Review
4.2
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Loads of tech. Traditional automatic transmission. Spacious cabin.
You May Not Like This Car If...
No hybrid.
2026 Volkswagen Taos
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
3.6
Consumer Rating
47 ratings
Value
3.6
Performance
3.3
Quality
3.3
Comfort
3.9
Reliability
3.4
Styling
4.2
2026 Volkswagen Taos S 4MOTION Safety
Safety Features & Technology
4.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
4.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0
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| Price | $29,675 | $34,245 | $35,385 | $22,910 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.2 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.8 | 4.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 25/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG | City 41/Hwy 38/Comb 39 MPG | City 42/Hwy 36/Comb 39 MPG | City 31/Hwy 36/Comb 33 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $49,907 | $48,441 | $54,131 | $45,957 | |
| Safety Rating | 4.0 | N/A | 5.0 | 4.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 174 @ 5500 RPM | 219 @ 5700 RPM | 192 @ 6000 RPM | 122 @ 6300 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
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