Dec 22, 2023
Five Key Features of the 2024 VW Taos
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A compact SUV like the 2024 VW Taos at your local VW dealership strikes the perfect balance between the ample cargo space of an SUV and the small stature of a sedan. A compact SUV is an ideal vehicle for commuters, suburban drivers, and people who live in the city.

1. Turbocharged Engine

All five trim levels of the 2024 Taos come with a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder direct injection engine, which can produce 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The S FWD and SE FEW models have an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic technology. The S 4MOTION, SE 4MOTION, and SEL models have a seven-speed automatic transmission. 

2. Alloy Wheels

Alloy wheels have a lighter weight but better durability than steel wheels. The base S FWD model has 17-inch silver painted alloy wheels with all-season tires. The S 4MOTION trim has 18-inch alloy wheels, while the SE FWD has 18-inch two-toned machined alloy wheels. The SE 4MOTION trim also has two-toned 18-inch machined alloy wheels. The SEL trim has 19-inch two-toned machined alloy wheels. 

3. Comfort Seating

All trim levels have a three-passenger rear seat with a 60/40 split-folding function and a fold-down center armrest. The top three trims have a power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support. Heated front seats are standard on every trim except for the base model. Actively ventilated front seats are standard for the SEL trim.


As for seating surfaces, the bottom two trims have cloth seating, while the next two upper trims have CloudTex & Cloth upholstery. The SEL model has standard Vienna leather seating material. 

4. Lighting

There are plenty of exciting lighting features for the 2024 Taos. In the cabin, drivers can enjoy an illuminated and carpeted cargo area, front-row reading lights, and illuminated vanity mirrors. The SEL model is equipped with a 10-color adjustable ambient lighting feature. 


The standard exterior lights for all trims are LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and LED front turn signals, as well as LED taillights and an LED light for the rear license plate. The SEL model has projector headlamps, an adaptive front lighting system with dynamic cornering headlights, and an integrated front grille light bar. 

5. Driver Assistance

The 2024 Taos also comes with standard safety features for all trims, such as light assist and hill hold control. For 4MOTION models, hill descent control is a standard feature. The bottom two trims have a rear camera system, while both of the SE trims have a rearview camera system with dynamic guidelines. The SEL comes with park distance control and dynamic road sign display. 


The 2024 Taos is one of the most impressive compact SUVs on the road. To take a closer look at this marvelous SUV, drop by Valley Auto World today.