The VW Taos is a well-rounded compact crossover with roomy accommodations, lots of practicality, and a bold yet refined aesthetic. It offers comfortable seats, flexible cargo capacity, and numerous amenities and tech features. It's also enjoyable to drive thanks to its composed handling, quick-shifting transmission, and smooth ride. If you're shopping for a stylish, versatile, and nicely equipped SUV without imposing space requirements, check out the VW Taos at Ciocca Volkswagen of Flemington. Here's a look at a few highlights of the latest model year.
Performance
The 2024 VW Taos utilizes a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission helps optimize efficiency and responsiveness with smooth, precise gear changes, while the well-tuned suspension enables confident handling and a settled ride. Front-wheel drive is standard. However, if you're seeking extra grip for wintry Readington Township travels, you can get VW's 4MOTION® AWD system with Active Control as standard in the Taos SEL and optional in S and SE trims. All-wheel-drive Taos models upgrade to a sporty 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and multilink rear suspension.
Comfort and Practicality
The VW Taos is pleasantly accommodating despite being positioned between the subcompact and compact segments. The cabin makes excellent use of its interior space and is impressively spacious for its size, offering ample headroom and legroom for passengers in both rows. The Taos reserves 28 cubic feet behind the second row to carry your luggage, gear, or groceries. When your Hillsborough errands or outings call for more cargo capacity, you can fold the rear seats to reveal 66 cubic feet.
Numerous amenities are available for the 2024 Taos to enhance comfort and convenience, including:
- CloudTex (leatherette) or leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated mirrors
- Panoramic sunroof
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- KESSY® proximity keyless access
- Remote start
Infotainment and Safety Technology
The base-model Taos S includes an 8-inch digital gauge cluster and a 6.5-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Choosing the SE trim upgrades you to an 8-inch infotainment screen, plus cord-free connectivity via wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging pad. The top-tier SEL trim adds even more display real estate with a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro—a fully configurable instrument panel that lets you view vehicle status, driving metrics, infotainment details, turn-by-turn directions, and more without looking away from the road.
For the 2024 model year, Volkswagen has made the full IQ.DRIVE technology suite standard on all Taos models. These advanced driver aids monitor your surroundings, help you detect and avoid potential hazards, keep you centered in the lane, and optimize cruise control for a more relaxing drive on longer journeys. So, no matter what Taos tier you select for your New Brunswick travels, you'll get technologies like:
- Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Emergency Braking and Pedestrian/Cyclist Monitoring
- Active Blind Spot Monitor (blind-spot warning and intervention) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Travel Assist (semi-automated hands-on driving system)
- Safe Exit Warning System
- Lane Assist (lane-keeping system)
- Light Assist (automatic high beams)
- Emergency Assist (slows the vehicle to a safe stop if the driver appears unresponsive)
Test-Drive the 2024 VW Toas near Somerville and Bridgewater
Reach out to Ciocca Volkswagen of Flemington for more information about the latest VW models and their available features, financing opportunities, and reservation options. If you'd like to try out the 2024 Taos's accommodations, amenities, and drivability for yourself, we invite you to stop by for a test drive. We'll be happy to show you around.