RESTON, Va. (September 12, 2024) – Today, Volkswagen of America Inc. announced a range of updates for the Taos that deliver a fresh new look, upgraded technology, and more power to complement the versatility and efficiency of this affordable, fun-to-drive SUV. Revised exterior styling and an expanded selection of paint options are joined by new wheel designs to deliver even more curb appeal, while upgraded in-car tech and powertrain refinements further elevate the appeal of this neatly packaged compact sport-utility vehicle.

The updates begin with the exterior, which now sports a more expressive front-end look. Changes include a new bumper design, a new grille with an available light bar, and standard LED projector headlights with available AFS. Connected taillights and an illuminated Volkswagen badge at the rear add to the distinctive, upscale appearance of the 2025 Taos. Three new paint colors—Bright Moss Green, Monterey Blue Pearl, and Monument Gray—enhance the aesthetic palette. New wheel offerings include new 17-inch aluminum alloys for front-wheel drive S models, 18-inch alloys for the front-wheel drive SE, and 19-inch wheels for SEL. The SE Black trim, introduced for 2024, continues with a black roof, trim, and unique wheels—18 inches for front-wheel-drive models and 19 inches for 4Motion® all-wheel-drive models.

Moving into the cabin, the 2025 Taos features a new dashboard design, along with new materials and colors. An 8-inch floating infotainment display is standard on all models, while touch control for the Climatronic® HVAC system is available on the SE trim and above. New acoustic dampening treatments help to reduce interior noise, too. Taos S features two-tone black and grey cloth upholstery; SE and SE Black models are equipped with CloudTex and cloth materials—SE in two different two-tone options and SE Black in all black, naturally. SEL models are outfitted with leather seats, available in either a two-tone black and grey combination or a new striking dark blue hue.

Under the hood of the 2025 Taos is an updated version of the efficient 1.5-liter EA211 turbocharged four-cylinder TSI® engine. Hardware changes include revised piston rings and fuel injectors, a modified turbo housing, a larger intercooler, and a new gasoline particulate filter. These changes raise the powerplant’s output from the outgoing model’s 158 horsepower to 174 hp. To further enhance drivability, an eight-speed automatic transmission replaces the seven-speed DSG® dual-clutch automatic on 4Motion models.

The 2025 Taos features VW’s sophisticated suite of IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance features across all trims. This includes Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance); Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring); Active Blind Spot Monitor; Rear Traffic Alert; Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Go; Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System); and Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency). Front and rear Park Distance Control are now also available and helps provide guidance when parking or in tight spaces.

The refreshed 2025 Taos will reach U.S dealerships by the end of this year and pricing will be announced closer to launch.