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2024 VW Taos: Changes, Interior & Release Date – The Volkswagen Tiguan is about ten inches longer than the Volkswagen Taos, making the Tiguan the smallest SUV in the series. The Volkswagen Taos is the smallest SUV that Volkswagen offers. Although it has only been available in the United States since 2022, the Taos has quickly established itself as our top pick in the class of subcompact SUVs. We do not anticipate any significant alterations for the year 2024; nevertheless, there are photographs of the almost similar Volkswagen Tharu that is offered in China, and these images hint that our headlights and taillights may be redesigned.
Changes
The Volkswagen Taos was just released in the United States a year ago; however, the subcompact crossover has been available for purchase in China since 2018, where it is marketed under the name Tharu.
Recently, a prototype for an improved Tharu was discovered, which most likely hints at changes that would be implemented in the Taos in the United States. Next year should see the entrance of revised versions of both crossovers, which will translate to their arrival in the United States during the 2024 model year.
Based on the prototype, there will be new fascia designs, a new grille, and altered designs for the lighting at both ends of the vehicle. There will also be a new grille. It is probable that the inside may also get some modifications, such as an upgraded information and entertainment system.
The VW crossover with the lowest footprint does not endure a great deal of change for 2024, but it does get a few improvements to the standard equipment. All trim levels of the Volkswagen Passat get standard equipment driver assistance technologies such as frontal collision warning with automated emergency braking and pedestrian monitoring, blind spot monitor, and rear traffic alert. These functions are designed to aid the driver in the event of an accident. On all-wheel-drive vehicles, the basic S trim comes with wheels 18 inches in diameter rather than 17 inches. Last but not least, the SEL trim level now comes standard with a beautiful panoramic sunroof.
Because it offers the most bang for your buck, the SE model, which is in the middle of the range, comes highly recommended. It has wheels that are 18 inches in diameter, blind-spot monitoring, front seats that are heated, a remote starter, and wireless charging as standard equipment. We would recommend spending the additional $1450 to get all-wheel drive, mostly due to the fact that it upgrades the rear suspension from the front-drive variant to a more complex and independent one. The IQ is also our first choice. Drive and SE Convenience options provide additional features such as adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlights, a heated steering wheel, lane-keeping assist, and rain-sensing windshield wipers.
Engine
At this time, we do not anticipate any changes to occur within Taos’s powertrain area. The crossover is only available with a 1.5-liter turbo-4 engine that is capable of producing 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. cars with front-wheel drive come standard with an 8-speed automatic transmission, while cars with all-wheel drive come with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. In China, buyers of the Tharu may choose between turbocharged engines with displacements of 1.2, 1.4, and 2.0 liters as part of a more varied lineup of available powertrains.
The 2024 VW Taos is propelled by VW’s newest engine, a turbocharged four-cylinder displacing 1.5 liters. It has a horsepower rating of 158 and a torque rating of 184 pound-feet. The front-wheel-drive vehicles come standard with an eight-speed automatic gearbox, while the all-wheel-drive variants come with a dual-clutch seven-speed automatic transmission. Both the front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions of the Taos feature distinct rear suspensions.
The front-wheel drive version uses a torsion-beam configuration, while the all-wheel drive version has a more complex multilink design. During our testing, the difference in acceleration between the two alternative drivetrains was minor. The front-wheel-drive Taos was just a tenth of a second faster than the all-wheel-drive 4Motion in reaching 60 miles per hour. Wheels with a diameter of 17 inches come as standard, while 18 and 19-inch wheels are also available as options.
The Taos model with front-wheel drive is rated to get 28 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, while the Taos model with all-wheel drive is rated to achieve 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the interstate. On our motorway fuel-economy test at 75 miles per hour, the front-wheel-drive Taos scored an impressive 40 miles per gallon, while the all-wheel-drive 4Motion Taos only managed 33 miles per gallon.
Interior
On the inside, the Taos has nothing that stands out as particularly remarkable. The styling and materials are reminiscent of the contemporary appearance of other Volkswagen models. Every dashboard has a completely digital instrument cluster installed in it, and the basic seats have fabric upholstery and come in two different colors. On the other hand, leatherette and genuine leather are also options for the upholstery. In addition, there is an abundance of popular choices available.
The inside of the Taos may be outfitted with a wide variety of optional features, including programmable ambient lighting, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, dual-zone temperature control, an eight-way power driver’s seat, and a panoramic sunroof. The Taos has rear-seat legroom that measures 37.9 inches, which is just 0.8 inches less than what the two-row Tiguan offers. In addition, the Taos includes a cargo area that is 28 cubic feet behind the rear seatbacks and 66 cubic feet when those seatbacks are folded down completely.
Every Taos comes standard with a slick-looking infotainment system that also includes a Wi-Fi hotspot that requires a subscription. The usual size for the touchscreen is 6.5 inches, and customers have the option of upgrading to an 8.0-inch display. In addition to these features, the system is also compatible with SiriusXM satellite radio, BeatsAudio audio with eight speakers, and wireless charging for compatible smartphones.
Release Date and Price
At the Volkswagen facility in Pueblo, Mexico, the production of Taos destined for the United States is managed. In the previous year, the automobile achieved a good 31,682 sales total in the United States, and 2022, which will be the vehicle’s first full year on the market, is shaping up to offer an even better result.