The 2025 Volkswagen Taos brings a meaningful refresh to one of the most popular German-engineered compact utility vehicles available today. Designed with Canadian drivers in mind, this latest iteration builds on the strengths of the outgoing model while addressing areas of improvement across the board. A revised exterior design adds visual appeal and distinction, while the interior benefits from a more premium layout, upgraded materials, and the integration of more intuitive technologies. Under the hood, the Taos receives more power from its proven turbocharged engine and smoother performance thanks to drivetrain refinements aimed specifically at enhancing everyday drivability and comfort.
Whether you're seeking a versatile daily driver with confident winter traction or a fuel-efficient VUS for your active lifestyle, the 2025 Taos offers an accessible price point with generous standard features across all trims. With available blacked-out styling, leather upholstery options, and advanced safety features throughout the lineup, the latest Taos evolves into a more complete and compelling option for Canadian families and commuters alike.
Volkswagen has significantly refreshed the exterior of the 2025 Taos with a cleaner, bolder design that elevates its presence among other compact SUVs. At the front, a redesigned grille and bumper provide a more sculpted and upscale look. On Comfortline Black Edition and Highline trims, an illuminated light bar stretching between the headlights adds a touch of modernity, while all versions now feature LED projector headlights as standard, replacing the older reflector units. The front lighting signature is crisper, more sophisticated, and aligns closely with the rest of the Volkswagen SUV family, including the larger Tiguan and Atlas.
Around back, the updates continue with redesigned taillights connected by a sleek horizontal element and a newly illuminated Volkswagen logo that adds a distinctive night-time signature. In terms of customization, Volkswagen introduces three new paint options--Serrano Green Metallic, Monterey Blue Pearl, and Alpine Grey--giving buyers more ways to personalize their vehicle. Wheel sizes now range from 17-inch to 19-inch alloys, with 19-inch Portland wheels wrapped in 235/45 R19 tires featured on the Comfortline Black Edition. These updates don't just improve curb appeal--they contribute to a more athletic and premium aesthetic, helping the 2025 Taos feel more upscale than its segment typically allows.
The cabin of the 2025 Taos is where drivers will notice some of the most significant day-to-day improvements. The redesigned dashboard introduces a cleaner horizontal layout that prioritizes ergonomics and simplicity. A standard 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system is now placed in a "floating" position at the centre of the dash, accompanied by intuitive haptic controls and physical toggles for HVAC and drive settings. Unlike more aggressive screen-dominant layouts seen in some competitors, the Taos maintains a sensible mix of analog and digital interfaces that will appeal to traditional and tech-savvy drivers alike.
Material quality sees a noticeable bump across the lineup. The base Trendline trim features durable, textured cloth upholstery and a leatherette-wrapped heated multifunction steering wheel. Step up to the Comfortline trim, and you'll get MicroCloud leatherette upholstery, an 8-way power driver's seat with power recline, and front/rear Park Distance Control. The Comfortline Black Edition adds exclusive interior ambient lighting with 10 selectable colours and a black headliner that reinforces its sporty theme. The top-tier Highline model offers full leather seating surfaces, with a new "Blue Night" option that blends elegance with subtle contrast stitching. Rear seat legroom and cargo capacity remain strong for the segment, and acoustic dampening improvements help reduce road noise, contributing to a quieter ride and more refined driving experience--especially useful during long highway drives or harsh Canadian winters.
Beneath the hood, the 2025 Volkswagen Taos continues with its familiar 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but refinements to its components give it a stronger, smoother character. Output rises from 158 horsepower to 174 horsepower, thanks to a series of mechanical upgrades that include improved fuel injectors, revised piston rings, a larger intercooler, and the addition of a gasoline particulate filter for reduced emissions and cleaner performance. These changes don't just enhance output--they improve drivability, throttle response, and real-world efficiency across a variety of driving scenarios.
All Canadian Taos models come with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive, paired with a new conventional 8-speed automatic transmission. This replaces the previous dual-clutch automatic that, while quick, lacked smoothness in stop-and-go traffic. The switch results in improved refinement during acceleration and better compatibility with Canadian road conditions, including snow, ice, and uneven rural surfaces. The system includes a Driving Profile Selection feature on mid- and upper-level trims, allowing drivers to choose between modes like Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow. Estimated fuel economy remains strong at 8.3 L/100 km in the city and 6.4 L/100 km on the highway, ensuring the Taos remains one of the most efficient AWD options in its class.
The 2025 Taos delivers a more advanced suite of technologies designed to enhance both convenience and peace of mind. Every version comes equipped with the new infotainment interface that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with a wireless charging pad available from the Comfortline trim upward. The Comfortline Black Edition and Highline include the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro--a fully configurable 10.25-inch instrument cluster that can display navigation, safety information, media, and vehicle diagnostics in vivid detail. Voice commands, steering wheel shortcuts, and improved menu logic make interacting with the system more intuitive, even while driving.
Safety also takes a major step forward, with Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE® suite available across the lineup. This includes Travel Assist--a semi-autonomous highway driving feature that combines Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Assist for smoother long-distance driving. Other standard or available safety features include Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking, Active Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Traffic Alert, Park Distance Control (front and rear), and Dynamic Road Sign Display. These technologies work together to provide 360-degree situational awareness and help reduce the likelihood of accidents in both highway and urban environments.
Volkswagen offers the 2025 Taos in five distinct trims tailored for Canadian drivers. The Trendline starts at $32,585 and includes LED lighting, a heated leatherette steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, and the 8-inch touchscreen. The Trendline 4MOTION adds AWD capability for $34,585 and includes 18-inch Kentucky alloy wheels. The Comfortline 4MOTION, priced from $38,085, builds on this with a power-adjustable driver's seat, Park Distance Control, and wireless smartphone integration. For those wanting a sportier look, the Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION ($39,785) introduces 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, illuminated exterior accents, and a black roof. At the top, the Highline 4MOTION ($41,785) adds full leather upholstery, advanced safety features, and refined visual upgrades, making it the most luxurious Taos trim available today.
The 2025 Taos is already available for sale at Volkswagen dealerships across the country. Customers can view and configure their models now, with inventory arriving in most regions and test drives available.
Pricing for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos begins at $32,585 for the Trendline with front-wheel drive and climbs to $41,785 for the fully loaded Highline 4MOTION. AWD is standard on all trims above the Trendline and optional on the base model. These prices exclude freight and PDI. All models include a turbocharged engine, standard LED headlights, and a well-equipped cabin.
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3 Financing offers available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, on select: (i) new and unregistered Volkswagen models; (ii) "certified pre-owned" used Volkswagen vehicles; and (iii) other used vehicles. Financing example: Finance a 2021 Tiguan 2.0T Trendline FWD with 8-speed automatic transmission, at an MSRP of $29,795 plus $1,950 freight and PDI, $10 fee for applicable provincial Motor Vehicle Industry Council, $499 dealer fees, $20 Tire Tax and $100 a/c levy at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $314.97. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $510 and first monthly payment are due at finance inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra.The total financing obligation in this example is $32,756.88 (excluding taxes). Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Financing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details.
Lease offers available through Volkswagen Financial Service, on approved credit, on select: (i) new and unregistered Volkswagen models; and (ii) ""certified pre-owned"" Volkswagen vehicles. Lease example: Lease a 2021 Tiguan 2.0T Trendline FWD with 8-speed automatic transmission, at an MSRP of $29,795 plus
$1,950 freight and PDI, $10 fee for applicable provincial Motor Vehicle Industry Council,
$499 dealer fees, $20 Tire Tax and $100 a/c levy at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $132.83. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $540 and first monthly payment are due at lease inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. Kilometre allowance of 16,000/year; charge of $0.15/km for excess kilometres. The total lease obligation in this example is $14,405.65 (excluding taxes and any excess wear and tear, late fees, or other similar fees or charges that may apply). Dealer may sell or lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Leasing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time. "Volkswagen," the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license.
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6 Financing offers available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, on select accessories in connection with the financing of new and unregistered Volkswagen models. Taxes, shipping, installation are excluded. Proper installation required. Professional installation may be recommended. See owner's literature and Volkswagen dealer for details. Financing example: Finance an accessory at an MSRP of $215 at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $2.09. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $510 and first monthly payment are due at finance inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. The total financing obligation in this example is $217.06 (excluding taxes). Dealer may sell for less. Financing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time.
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16 Certifed Pre-Owned Volkswagen vehicles undergo a comprehensive 112-point inspection. If something needs replacing, only genuine Volkswagen Original Parts are used. Every Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is covered by our Assurance Program. If the vehicle is within 5 model years or newer and less than 120,000 KMs, you can upgrade to the Premium Assurance program.
21 Depending on the province in which you live, you may be eligible to receive incentives. These include, but are not limited, to up to $4,000* from British Columbia's Go Electric BC Program (available on the ID.4 base trim only) or as much as $4,000 from Quebec's Roulez Vert program. The QC government has recently
announced that the program will be suspended as of Feb. 1, 2025. See About the Roulez vert Program for details. The Roulez Vert program also offers an additional rebate of $600 with the purchase of the Volkswagen 2-in-1 Charging Cable. If you live in BC in a single-family home, row home, or duplex, you could receive a rebate* of up to 50% of the purchase and installation costs of an eligible Level 2 EV charger, to a maximum of $350.◊◊
◊◊ Volkswagen Canada does not administer the incentives and is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the incentive programs. Incentive information is provided for informational purposes only and Volkswagen Canada makes no representations or warranties about the actual amounts or eligibility. Information about the incentives is based on the most current information provided by the applicable government agencies, but could change in the future. The amount of the incentive, terms and conditions of the incentive, and any eligibility or application requirements vary by province. As of January 13, 2025, the federal government has paused the Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program. See Question and answers for details. *BC's EV incentive amount is prorated based on annual income and only available to those earning <$100,000 with the full amount available to those earning <$80,000. BC's EV charger rebate has different eligibility criteria. Conditions apply. See your dealer for more details or contact the provincial or federal administrator.
Limited time finance offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2024 ID.4 Electric ID.4 PRO S AWD base with single-speed transmission having a starting price of $58,299.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,100 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $13 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payment. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Finance example: 60-month term at 0.00% APR equals a weekly payment of $225, after application of $10,000 credit. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in due at signing. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $58,299. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. Offers end January 31, 2025 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
$10,000 cash bonus available to be applied as a discount off MSRP, before taxes, on cash purchase, finance or lease (through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit) of new and unregistered 2024 ID.4 models
