Volkswagen Taos Horsepower & Torque (2022 - 2025): Your Comprehensive Guide

The Volkswagen Taos is a compact crossover SUV introduced in 2020 for North America, South America, and Russia, positioned below the Tiguan in Volkswagen's lineup.

Powered by a 1.5L turbocharged engine, the Taos delivers between 158 horsepower (2024) and 174 horsepower (2025), with a consistent 184 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission options include a 7-speed auto-shift manual or an 8-speed automatic, paired with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (4MOTION, Volkswagen's AWD system).

By 2025, the Taos features an upgraded 8-speed automatic transmission for improved performance.

Scroll down to see the horsepower and torque data below.

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2025 Volkswagen Taos Horsepower

The Volkswagen Taos is equipped with a 1.5L engine producing 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, consistent across configurations.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) or front-wheel drive (FWD) drivetrain and utilizes an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2024 Volkswagen Taos Horsepower

The 2024 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with a 1.5L engine producing 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, consistent across configurations.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) or front-wheel drive (FWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2023 Volkswagen Taos Horsepower

The 2023 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with a 1.5L engine producing 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.

It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2022 Volkswagen Taos Horsepower

The 2022 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with a 1.5L engine producing 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, consistent across configurations.

It features a front-wheel-drive (FWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.