2025 · Small SUV · Gas
2025 Volkswagen Taos MPG & fuel economy
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos is a small SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 31 MPG combined (28 city / 36 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 28 to 31 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2024 model. Among 133 small SUVs rated for 2025, it ranks 54th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,500 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 28 | 11.9 | 8.4 |
| Highway | 36 | 15.3 | 6.5 |
| Combined | 31 | 13.2 | 7.6 |
How it ranks among 2025 Small SUVs
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Taos MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic Taos |
Gas | 28 MPG | 36 MPG | 31 MPG | — | $1,500 |
| AWD · 1.5L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic Taos 4motion |
Gas | 25 MPG | 33 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 100 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 28 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 287 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 6/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
2025 Volkswagen Taos vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
Up to 31 MPG combined (28 city / 36 highway); ratings range from 28 to 31 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2025 Volkswagen Taos per year?
About $1,500 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.00 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.