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The 2027 Volkswagen Taos adds a new Sport trim and upgrades the S trim with KESSY® keyless access and a six-speaker audio system. FWD models return an EPA-estimated 35 mpg highway on regular unleaded fuel. This page covers every trim, specification, and change, with current inventory available at Volkswagen of Milwaukee North.
The headline change for 2027 is the addition of a Sport trim, positioned between the S and SE in the lineup. Sport models arrive with 18-inch black wheels, roof rails, a rear spoiler, gloss-black mirror caps, and gunmetal exterior accents on the front bumper, rear skid plate, and exhaust tips. Inside, Sport adds yellow stitching, embossed black cloth seats, and privacy glass, giving buyers a more distinctive appearance without moving to the SE trim.
The S trim also receives several updates for 2027. It gains KESSY® keyless access, expanding on the previously included push-button start, along with a six-speaker audio system, satellite radio, voice control, and available Premium Speech with AI voice assistance. An enhanced rear seatbelt reminder rounds out the S updates.
The complete 2027 Taos trim order is S, Sport, SE, SE Black, and SEL.
The entry point to the Taos lineup arrives with a comprehensive selection of standard technology and driver assistance features. Every S includes LED projector headlights, an 8-inch floating infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through App-Connect®, Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, KESSY® keyless access with push-button start, six speakers, SiriusXM with 360L satellite radio, voice control, and IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology. FWD is standard, and 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is available.
New for 2027, the Sport trim adds distinctive black and gunmetal exterior details to the S foundation. Its unique features include 18-inch black alloy wheels, gloss-black mirror caps, gunmetal bumper and skid-plate trim, a black rear spoiler, yellow interior stitching, embossed black cloth seats, and privacy glass. Sport is available with either FWD or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive.
The SE adds heated front seats, a heated leatherette-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone Climatronic® automatic climate control, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support, remote start, wireless charging, front and rear Park Distance Control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated side mirrors, heated washer nozzles, and the 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro. A panoramic sunroof is available as an option. SE is offered with FWD or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive.
The SE Black builds on the SE with a coordinated black exterior theme. Details include a black roof and roof rails, gunmetal front and rear trim, a black spoiler, a black SE badge, gloss-black interior décor, and black scuff plates. SE Black is available with FWD or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive.
The most comprehensively equipped Taos in the lineup, SEL is available exclusively with all-wheel drive. It adds leather seating surfaces in available two-tone black and grey or dark blue, ventilated front seats, a standard panoramic sunroof, native navigation, Volkswagen Premium Audio with eight speakers, 10-color LED ambient lighting, and 19-inch machine-finished alloy wheels. An optional Black Wheel Package is available.
Every 2027 Taos is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four TSI® engine producing 174 hp at 5,500 to 6,000 rpm and 184 lb-ft of torque from 1,750 to 4,000 rpm. The engine uses Volkswagen’s version of the Miller cycle, closing the intake valves early in the induction stroke to help improve fuel efficiency. It has an 11.5:1 compression ratio and runs on regular 87-octane unleaded fuel. A standard eight-speed automatic transmission is paired with the engine across the lineup.
FWD models carry EPA-estimated ratings of 27 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. EPA fuel economy ratings Models with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive are rated at 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. Actual mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including driving habits and vehicle condition.
Volkswagen 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is designed to respond proactively as road conditions change, distributing up to 50 percent of torque to the rear axle through an electrohydraulic multi-plate clutch. When cruising under light loads, the rear axle can decouple to help conserve fuel. AWD models also gain Driving Mode Selection with Normal, Sport, and Individual settings. Active Control adds Snow, On-Road, Off-Road, and Off-Road Custom modes, along with Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist.
AWD models feature a multi-link rear suspension for additional wheel articulation, while FWD models use a torsion-beam rear axle. The front suspension across the lineup uses MacPherson struts with lower control arms and an anti-roll bar. Braking is handled by 12.3-inch ventilated front discs and 10.7-inch solid rear discs.
Drive modes and traction systems cannot overcome the laws of physics and are not substitutes for attentive driving. Drivers should always adjust their speed and driving behavior to road, weather, and traffic conditions.
The 2027 Taos seats five and provides 40.1 inches of front legroom and 37.9 inches of rear legroom. Total passenger volume reaches 99.5 cubic feet without the sunroof. FWD models provide 27.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, expanding to 65.9 cubic feet with the second row folded. AWD models offer 24.9 cubic feet behind the second row and 60.2 cubic feet with the row folded.
Standard comfort features across the lineup include automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, a heated leatherette-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, and acoustic dampening. SE and higher trims add heated front seats, dual-zone Climatronic® automatic climate control with touch controls, remote start, and an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support. SEL adds ventilated front seats and a standard panoramic sunroof.
Seat materials vary by trim. S and Sport feature cloth upholstery, with embossed detailing and yellow stitching in the Sport. SE and SE Black use CloudTex and cloth combinations, while SEL is fitted with leather seating surfaces. The SEL’s 10-color LED ambient lighting lets the driver personalize the cabin appearance.
Every 2027 Taos comes standard with an 8-inch floating infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through App-Connect®, Bluetooth, voice control, SiriusXM with 360L and a three-month Platinum Plan trial, and two USB-C ports in the center stack with 45-watt fast charging.
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit is standard across all trims. S and Sport models feature an 8-inch display with two views and customizable widgets. SE, SE Black, and SEL trims receive the 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro with up to four configurable views, including full-screen navigation.
SE and higher trims add a wireless charging pad. SEL includes native navigation with the ability to display a full-screen map in the digital instrument cluster and on the center display. SEL also adds Volkswagen Premium Audio with eight speakers, while S and SE models feature six speakers. Available Premium Speech with generative AI voice-assistant capability is offered on compatible trims.
Connected vehicle services through myVW+ include Remote Access, Safe & Secure, VW Vehicle Insights, and Wi-Fi hotspot capability. KESSY® keyless access and push-button start are standard on all 2027 Taos trims.
All 2027 Taos models include IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology as standard equipment. The system uses front and rear radars, a front camera, and ultrasonic sensors to support the following features:
Standard equipment also includes a rearview camera, Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control, and Light Assist automatic high-beam control. Available systems include front and rear Park Distance Control, which is standard on SE and higher trims, and Dynamic Road Sign Display. Six airbags are standard, including front and side airbags for front occupants and Side Curtain Protection airbags for outboard rear passengers. Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving. See the owner’s manual for important limitations and additional information.
Buyers considering compact SUVs such as the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-30, Subaru Crosstrek, or Toyota Corolla Cross will find that the 2027 Taos offers a broader lineup than before. The addition of the Sport trim gives style-focused buyers a black-accented option positioned below the SE.
Buyers coming from a 2026 model should note two specific updates. S models now include KESSY® keyless access and a six-speaker system, both of which previously required moving to a higher trim. The powertrain, which carries over from the updated 2025 engine, continues to produce 174 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. That is 16 hp more than the 2024 model produced.
For Glendale-area drivers who want added confidence during Wisconsin winters, 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is available across the 2027 Taos lineup, from the S through the SEL. The 7.6 inches of ground clearance on AWD models, compared with 6.5 inches on FWD models, provides additional clearance for uneven or snow-covered surfaces.
Volkswagen of Milwaukee North carries the 2027 Taos in Glendale, Wisconsin, serving drivers across the greater Milwaukee area. With trims ranging from the well-equipped S to the AWD-standard SEL, the lineup offers configurations suited to a variety of preferences and everyday needs. Browse current inventory online or visit the dealership to compare trims in person.
The 2027 Taos adds a new Sport trim positioned between the S and SE. It features 18-inch black wheels, a black spoiler, gloss-black mirror caps, gunmetal exterior accents, yellow interior stitching, and embossed black cloth seats. The S trim also gains KESSY® keyless access, a six-speaker audio system, satellite radio, and voice control as standard features.
FWD models are EPA-estimated at 27 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. Models with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive are EPA-estimated at 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. Both configurations run on regular 87-octane unleaded gasoline. Actual mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including driving habits and vehicle condition.
FWD models offer 27.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and 65.9 cubic feet with the row folded. AWD models provide 24.9 cubic feet behind the second row and 60.2 cubic feet with the row folded due to the AWD hardware beneath the cargo area.
Yes. 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is available on every 2027 Taos trim, from the S through the SEL. The SEL is available exclusively with AWD. The 4MOTION system can distribute up to 50 percent of torque to the rear axle and includes Active Control with Snow, On-Road, and Off-Road modes.
Every 2027 Taos includes IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology as standard equipment. Features include Front Assist with Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking, Active Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, Rear Traffic Alert, and Automatic Post-Collision Braking. A rearview camera is also standard on every trim. Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving.
Every 2027 Taos uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged TSI® inline-four engine producing 174 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The engine uses the Miller cycle, has an 11.5:1 compression ratio, and runs on regular unleaded fuel.
Yes. A panoramic sunroof with power tilt and slide is available as an option on SE trims and standard on the SEL.
