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Volkswagen · model year 2027
2027 Volkswagen Taos
SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Where it places
- 59 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #59 of 479 - 98 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #98 of 521 - 521 2027 cars and trucks
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Ordered by fuel a year #302 of 2,158
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The CarCody take
The 2027 Volkswagen Taos is a small 2WD sport utility vehicle with front-wheel drive, a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA ratings are 27 MPG city, 35 MPG highway, and 30 MPG combined. EPA annual fuel cost is $2250, with tailpipe CO2 of 297 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 35 MPG highway rating
- 30 MPG combined EPA rating
- 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine
- Automatic S8 transmission
- Front-wheel-drive SUV body
Watch for
- 27 MPG city rating
- $2250 EPA annual fuel cost
- 297 grams of CO2 per mile
- Gasoline-only powertrain
- No alternate drive layout listed
Who it suits. Highway-focused SUV driving Buyers wanting front-wheel drive Drivers comparing small gasoline SUVs
The Taos fits drivers seeking a compact SUV layout with a turbocharged gasoline engine and straightforward front-wheel drive. Highway commuters get its highest EPA figure, 35 MPG, while mixed driving is rated at 30 MPG. Frequent urban trips bring the lower 27 MPG city number into play. EPA’s $2250 yearly fuel estimate and 297 grams of CO2 per mile give this gasoline model a practical cost and emissions baseline.
What it is
The 2027 Taos is a small sport utility vehicle that runs on gasoline. It has front-wheel drive, a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an automatic S8 transmission. See more Volkswagen cars.
The numbers
The figure to use first is 30 MPG combined. EPA rates the Taos at 27 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. That means stop-and-go trips use more fuel than steady highway travel.
What it costs to run
EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2250. Tailpipe emissions are rated at 297 grams of carbon dioxide per mile.
How it compares
The Taos gives shoppers a 30 MPG combined benchmark in the small, front-wheel-drive SUV class. When comparing fuel-efficient SUVs, check whether another model's city, highway, and combined ratings fit your driving pattern better.
Who it suits
It suits a buyer who wants an SUV body with front-wheel drive and a gasoline powertrain, while putting more miles on the highway than in city traffic. Its 35 MPG highway rating is the strongest of its three EPA figures.
Trade-offs
The Taos uses gasoline and produces 297 grams of CO2 per mile. Its 27 MPG city rating is lower than its highway figure, and its EPA annual fuel cost is $2250. Front-wheel drive is the only drive layout listed here.
Verdict
Choose the Taos if a small SUV shape, front-wheel drive, and a 35 MPG highway rating match your routine. The 30 MPG combined result gives it a clear running-cost reference, while the $2250 annual fuel estimate shows what EPA expects for fuel use. City-heavy drivers should focus on the 27 MPG rating and the stated emissions before deciding.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 30 MPG
- City MPG
- 27 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 35 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,250
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 297 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Volkswagen Taos MPG?
EPA rates it at 27 MPG city, 35 MPG highway, and 30 MPG combined.
How much does the Taos cost in fuel each year?
EPA lists an annual fuel cost of $2250.
What engine is in the 2027 Taos?
It uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine.
Is the 2027 Taos front-wheel drive?
Yes. The listed EPA class is a small sport utility vehicle with 2WD, and the drive is front-wheel drive.
What transmission does the Taos use?
The Taos has an automatic S8 transmission.
How much CO2 does the Taos emit?
Its tailpipe rating is 297 grams of carbon dioxide per mile.
Is the Taos good for highway driving?
Its 35 MPG highway rating is higher than its 27 MPG city rating, so highway trips use its stronger EPA figure.
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