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  • Volkswagen team reveals first details for the upcoming Taos Basecamp Concept

    2022 Volkswagen Taos ConceptInspired by the mainly positive feedback of the 2019 Atlas Basecamp Concept and its accessories, Volkswagen team has created an unique concept vehicle that highlights the adaptability and the adventurous spirit of the Taos lineup.

    The Concept vehicle is manufactured by Volkswagen Design Team in Oxnard, California, and adopts neat fender flares, all-terrain wheels and tires, and an exclusive color scheme.

    “The Taos is a great compact SUV from the start,” says Reto Brun, Director of the Volkswagen Design Center California. “Following the design strategy we established with the 2019 Atlas Basecamp Concept, the Taos Basecamp Concept is refinished in Waimea blue paint with gloss black trim elements and a matte black hood and roof. Orange accents in the Basecamp badges, mirror caps and side decals were incorporated to punctuate the Basecamp design identity.”

    2022 Volkswagen Taos Concept

    Some of the mods to the Taos Basecamp Concept include a raised and fine-tuned suspension from H&R Special Springs LP, custom Traverse MX wheels wrapped in 225/65R17 Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail tires, and a custom Thule Canyon XT roof basket with integrated LED lights from Baja Design.

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    In terms of interior, the exclusive interior features a custom cargo divider and tons of additional features.

    VW team plans to debut the vehicle in Helen, Georgia in May this year.

    2022 Volkswagen Taos Concept

    Stick with us for further details.

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • New 2022 VW Taos comes with a modernized and functional interior design

    2021 Volkswagen Taos InteriorIn order to help the 2022 Taos succeed in the booming compact SUV market, VW team has decided to shape the interior with fun and elegance in mind.

    The interior design of Taos reflects the simple yet modern shape of the sculpted exterior,” says Dmitry Panov, Interior Designer for the Taos. “There’s a clean and recognizable theme, which harkens to other models in the Volkswagen SUV family.

    Based on MQB platform, the five-passenger Taos compact SUV is the smaller brother of the Tiguan and offers a mix of performance and utility for young drivers who want the substance of a large SUV in a smaller scale.

    What the designers did, is to create two separate levels on the dashboard.The top level features a glossy surface and the components are angled towards the driver foe ease of use and ergonomics. The lower level provides a soft-touch surface, which covers the width of the interior and continues through the door panels on each side surrounding the front passengers. Also, for some trim levels, a distinctive set of two-tone seats are included as a part of the standard equipment.

    You can choose between a cool color scheme with neutral grey and black, or a warm color scheme where black is paired with a French roast, says Clara Schober, Color & Trim Designer for the Taos, Across the trim lines, we added contrast stitching for an additional visual pop.

    Also, owners will have the chance to customize their Taos in many different ways. For example, a panoramic sunroof is available for SE and SEL trims, 10-color ambient lightning is also an option, just like the additional VW Digital Cockpit with a 10.25-inch display.

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • Volswagen reveals EPA-estimated ratings for 2022 Taos lineup

    2022 Volkswagen TaosVolkswagen of America announced the official fuel economy ratings for the 2022 Taos compact SUV. The entire Taos front-wheel-drive lineup comes with an 8-speed automatic gearbox and EPA-estimated ratings of 28 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined. Furthermore, all Taos models are tied for the best-in-class EPA-estimated highway fuel economy for internal combustion engines.

    The lineup also features a 4Motion AWD model with a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission and EPA-estimated ratings of 25 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined.

    We developed the Taos for North America with a balance of efficiency and drivability that we’ve rarely seen from competitors in the compact SUV space, says Hein Schafer, senior vice president of product and strategy for Volkswagen of America, We think customers will embrace a fun-to-drive, well-equipped SUV at a very competitive price point.

    All Taos models are powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged and direct-injection EA211 power unit, delivering a total of 158hp and 184 pound-feet of torque. Additionally, the vehicles are geared with variable geometry turbocharging and offer excellent performance to fuel economy ratio.

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    According to EPA,  the 2022 Taos FWD is capable of saving about $750 in fuel over five years compared to other brands, and the AWD version can save as much as $250.

    New Taos is expected to go on sale in June. The vehicle is positioned in the largest US segment, the compact SUV market, where about 4 million vehicles were sold in 2019, about 4 percent of the market.

  • Volkswagen reveals more details about the Taos compact SUV

    2021-Volkswagen-Taos-910Volkswagen of America announced details for the new 2022 Taos compact SUV, the brand’s affordable and spacious new option to the small sports utility market.

    The Taos will be offered in three trim levels, each available with either front-wheel or 4Motion AWD systems, both powered by an agile 1.5-liter turbocharged and direct-injected four-cylinder engine that generates a total of 158hp and 184 pound-feet of torque. The front-wheel-drive models are paired to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, while the 4Motion variants feature a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

    Designed to satisfy the market need for a compact SUV, the Taos comes with a clean and elegant design. It features an LED light signature borrowed from the Atlas Cross Sport, a grille that resembles the styling of the ID.4, and neat 17-inch aluminum alloys.

    The inside of the vehicle features automatic lights, push-button start and cloth seats, KESSY keyless access, leatherette-covered seats, dual-zone Climatronic, heated and ventilated front seats, and a premium BeatsAudio audio system. Also, the vehicle will offer the latest connectivity and infotainment technology. Volkswagen Digital Cockpit is present, along with VW Car-Net with in-car Wi-Fi capability.

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    In terms of safety, the IQ.DRIVE will feature Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Braking, Active Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist), Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Travel Assist and Emergency Assist. High Beam Control (Light Assist), the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), and Park Distance Control are also available.

    Taos is expected to reach dealerships this June.

    Source: Volkswagen