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The VW Taos MPG is an EPA-estimated 28/36 MPG (City/Highway)1 compact SUV with standard FWD, making it as affordable to drive as it is to buy or lease. Plus, the Taos only requires regular 87-octane gasoline, letting you enjoy turbocharged power without the typical premium-fuel needs of a turbo engine. After reading our guide, visit Gunther Volkswagen Fort Lauderdale to experience the Taos from behind the wheel through a tour and test drive.
As previously mentioned, the Taos has a turbo engine, which means it only requires regular gasoline. The engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine; it makes 174 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, sending the lightweight Taos up to speed with vigor. You can choose between standard FWD or available 4MOTION AWD, and this choice is what will cause the 2026 Volkswagen Taos MPG rating to vary.
The Taos FWD model delivers an EPA-estimated 28/36/31 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1
Meanwhile, the AWD option results in an EPA-estimated 25/33/28 MPG (City/Highway).2
The VW Taos gas tank size also depends on the drivetrain: FWD models have 13.2 gallons, while AWD variants can hold 14.5 gallons. The 4MOTION AWD model's larger gas tank allows it to perform at a similar driving range.
Combined MPG ratings take into account how drivers spend time on both city streets and highways. Multiplying the 31 MPG Combined1 of the VW Taos FWD by the 13.2-gallon fuel capacity creates 409 miles of combined range.3 Doing the same with the AWD model's 28 MPG Combined2 and 14.5-gallon tank results in a nearly identical 406 miles of combined range.3
When you buy a new VW Taos, you get a competitive compact SUV in every sense. Its starting price and standard features help make it a strong player in its segment, and the VW Taos MPG takes it to the next level. The Taos SUV's EPA-estimated 28/36 MPG (City/Highway)1 is more than most other pure-gasoline small SUVs can offer.
For starters, there's the new Honda HR-V. This model delivers up to an EPA-estimated 26/32 MPG (City/Highway),4 falling short of the Taos entirely. The Nissan Kicks is a similar vehicle, but it similarly can't match the Taos: the Nissan Kicks, at its best, provides an EPA-estimated 28/35 MPG (City/Highway).5
Similarly, the Mazda CX-30 earns up to an EPA-estimated 24/31 MPG (City/Highway),6 which isn't enough to compete with the VW Taos MPG ratings. With the Chevy Trax delivering a maximum EPA-estimated 28/32 MPG (City/Highway),7 the Taos remains on top; the Buick Envista is the same as its Chevy counterpart, delivering up to an EPA-estimated 28/32 MPG (City/Highway)8
Meanwhile, the Ford Escape has a standard EPA-estimated 27/34 MPG (City/Highway)9 with FWD, and the Hyundai Kona can't do better than an EPA-estimated 28/35 MPG (City/Highway).10 The Kia Seltos delivers up to an EPA-estimated 28/34 MPG (City/Highway),11 putting it in line with the Taos SUV's other competitors.
While there are plenty more examples, we'll end on the Jeep Compass, which can only provide an EPA-estimated 23/31 MPG (City/Highway).12 The Taos is affordable and efficient, and with our Taos lease deals, it gets even easier to drive one home.
The 2026 Volkswagen Taos MPG ratings are impressive, and so is the rest of this compact SUV. The same goes for used Taos; the 2025 Taos also delivers up to an EPA-estimated 28/36 MPG (City/Highway),13 making it an excellent choice for drivers seeking more value from their SUV.
Stop by the Gunther Volkswagen Fort Lauderdale showroom to explore our Taos inventory, get a deal on your next car through our rotating incentives, or to ask our knowledgeable sales experts anything about the Volkswagen Taos.
No, the VW Taos does not need premium gas: it only requires regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 to run properly. This makes the VW Taos MPG even more appealing, letting you take advantage of high efficiency while using more affordable gasoline. Plus, the Taos has a 1.5-liter turbo engine that makes 174 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque to add fun to the mix.
The Volkswagen Taos is actually fuel-efficient for an affordable non-hybrid SUV. It delivers an EPA-estimated 28/36 MPG (City/Highway)1 with FWD or 25/33 MPG (City/Highway)2 with 4MOTION AWD, while also only requiring regular gasoline. The Taos engine is a strong performer in spite of its efficiency, offering 174 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque for a fun time on the road.
The VW Taos gas tank is large for such a small SUV, holding 13.2 gallons of fuel if the car is configured with FWD, or 14.5 gallons if you select 4MOTION AWD. The second option's larger capacity balances the lower AWD VW Taos MPG rating, letting both setups deliver similar EPA-estimated Combined range: 409 miles with FWD,3 or 406 miles with AWD.3
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128 city/36 highway mpg (2026 Taos 1.5L FWD, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
225 city/33 highway mpg (2026 Taos 1.5L AWD, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
3Estimated ranges provided are subject to variation based on factors such as fuel levels, driving habits, road conditions, and individual vehicle performance. These estimates should be used for comparison purposes only and shall not be solely relied upon.
4Based on 2027 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, and other factors.
52026 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. 28 City MPG / 35 Highway MPG / 31 Combined MPG for Kicks FWD. 27 City MPG / 34 Highway MPG / 30 Combined MPG for Kicks AWD. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.
6EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results will vary.
7EPA-estimated 28 city/32 hwy 1.2L 3-cyl engine.
8Based on EPA city estimate 28 / highway estimate 32 / combined estimate 30. Your range may be less.
9EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.
10All figures are EPA estimates and for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle’s condition.
11Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and your vehicle’s condition. See https://www.fueleconomy.gov.
12EPA-estimated 23/31 city/hwy MPG with 2.0L 4-cyl engine and 8-speed automatic transmission. Actual mileage may vary.
1328 city/36 highway mpg (2025 Taos 1.5L FWD, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.