Happy Friday everyone! We were pleasantly surprised at how much we liked the Taos compared to its larger Tiguan. It handles so much better than its two bigger siblings... now if only VW would give this thing GTI power... it would be the perfect SUV for those of you needing more space versus your GTI. A Taos GTI... make it happen Volkswagen! Like this comment if you agree :)

@Poe-007

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud

@Erin-Thor

3 жыл бұрын

I need to work on my reading skills... I read the title as Volkswagen Tacos. 😁

@eronan03

3 жыл бұрын

A baby Tiguan R that doesn’t cost the equivalent €60k. Yes.

@autusfl155

3 жыл бұрын

VW went with the Jetta GLS instead of GTI. Perhaps it could be part of VW's plan to offer a Taos R for the U.S in the near future.

@theredline

3 жыл бұрын

@@Erin-Thor That's okay. Its almost lunch time in our area and we're hungry too!

I like that VW didn't followed the other manufacturers by " gluing " a tablet on top of the dashboard.

@ryanblazi9303

2 жыл бұрын

Right?! What is it with that trend??

@Randolf010

2 жыл бұрын

Then take a look to the german models like ID.3, ID.4 or Golf 8 😂😂

@Terrysoddy

2 жыл бұрын

Yea I told my wife the same thing, that VW is the only manufacturer that I know of now that are still putting the backup camera in the dash

@JM-cx6ze

2 жыл бұрын

@@Terrysoddy yuck for the in dash radio

@chewsir

2 жыл бұрын

@@Terrysoddy backup camera in the dash? Shouldn't it be mounted on the rear of the vehicle?

I bought the front wheel drive sel. So far, I like it. I'm a realtor and I drive a lot. It has met all my current needs for work. Space for clients, gas mileage, style and comfort. A plus is that it comes with wifi comparability for my office work on the road.

@BuRNingFLaN

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats with the new Taos SEL! Does the WIFI Hotspot provide a generally solid connection? Also looking to get a Taos! Thanks!

@inanewtongue2881

2 жыл бұрын

how often do you fill ur gas in a week if u dont mind me asking?

@paoladangelo9058

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to ask how much you spend a month for Gas?

@nd9834

27 күн бұрын

I'm a realtor as well. Glad I found this comment two years later lol

Sofyan, I have always enjoyed your videos, but I am really loving the camera upgrade and new intro. Well done!!!

Your reviews are thorough and fairly unbiased. I like that.

@Jessica-nz1zv

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

Audi Q3 starts at $34k and has everything (and more) what fully loaded VW Taos has that costs near $35k. And Q3 has the same amazing GTI engine drives and looks so much better than VW's entry level SUV. Near basic Taos at ~$25k makes sense but whoever buys a fully loaded Taos at $35k needs their head examined.

@jest403

3 жыл бұрын

same thought here. Both cars require regular gas. Q3 is definitely more fun to drive and a lot more luxurious.

@goni274

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t believe so. It the Audi base doesn’t have everything and all that the top Taos has. Price the highest trim Audi Q3 to this Taos and in Canada at least the Audi after taxes is $4-6000 more. That’s because if you want all the safety you get nickel and dimed to get it. What disappoints on the VW website and the Audi website is that the pricing of the top trims price beginnings, “exclude” the delivery charge. For the American viewers I thought the Taos in Canada delivery charge was high at $1950. The Audi’s $2250. Ouch. Audi Q3 apparently is made in Hungary. I’d say that is and it is hungry!

@westnash

3 жыл бұрын

@@jest403 Nope premium fuel recommended for GTI and Q3.

@ahsanmalik1013

3 жыл бұрын

@@westnash Not anymore. Gti engine doesn’t need premium anymore but premium can liven the engine for sure. It is good old regular 87 from top brands. We have one in Atlas. And it says on fuel cap.

@westnash

3 жыл бұрын

Check out the HP on the new Audi and you see it had dropped like a stone.

My Girlfriend bought one of these this past weekend. I am amazed with the space and value for money. She got an SE and it's very impressive.

I just saw one of these for the first time, and it was good looking. I was always a fan of the original Tiguan, so this seems just right.

You drive by some beautiful homes Sofyan!

Beautiful house/yard in the summary at the end. Hopefully they make a version in the future with the EA888

I really like the front grill setup. I really like the interior. Nice engine and I'm glad they didn't use a stupid CVT. The VW 1.8L was the best engine VW ever made, but the 1.5L is one of the best engines in the world. I like the turbo. It probably drives very well on the highway.I had a VW DCT in previous 2008 golf, and it was cool to drive, but a little clunky.

@Redline Reviews, that 4K quality looks insanely nice. I appreciate that a lot! Keep up the great work!

I just bought the AWD SE! I wish I would’ve known that the SEL came with cooled seats but i’m loving the panoramic sunroof

I’ve been eyeing this car since before it came out I cannot wait

@powertools2375

2 жыл бұрын

Just got one , se trim and really like it

Another good and helpful review. Thank you!

If it only had no less than 200 HP or at least the Tiguan with 200 HP it will be a no brainer to get them

I buy the new 2022 Volkswagen Taos 3 weeks ago and I am impressed with the Taos super economic In gas and fell great to drive

At 17:00 you nearly hit a boat !! LoL ! Excellent video, btw.

Just bought my 2022 taos 4 motion and I love it so much.

If this thing had the 2.0 EA888 it would be one of the most fun and well rounded suvs or cuvs out there. Will have to wait for next year model when like typical premium features trickle down to lower trims and see if an R-line model pops up. Q3 with this engine is much more tempting and not that far away in pricing if you dont load it up with features

One good thing about the whimsy horn is it’s less intimidating, at stoplights, thus less likely to cause road rage. My Atlas sounds about the same.

I like it. Looks like a mixture of Tiguan and Atlas.

Me and my girlfriend are in the market for this, a few months ago you posted a quick review of this car and I was immediately intrigued. After this in depth review this is at the top of our list. Seems super spacious and roomy for our pets and its jammed packed with features. Plus it's super classy looking and awd is a must where I'm at. Thank you for always providing KZread with quality videos!

@DJPleasureSeekingMissle

3 жыл бұрын

If you value your money/sanity, I’d highly recommend going to a different brand. Mazda or Toyota would be solid.

@braetonwilson4296

3 жыл бұрын

DJ Pleasure is right. Buy a Mazda or Toyota SUV instead.

@tahsin28

3 жыл бұрын

At this stage of life ones gets a coupe with rear seats. If tht doesnt work they choose sdn/hatch/wgn. But u man have increased ur age by 20, height by 2 feet and width by 1 feet, cuz u want such a vechicle.

@yankeedoodle6293

3 жыл бұрын

do yourself a favor and stay away from this pile of crap. Classy it’s not, that I could tell you.

@Jessica-nz1zv

2 жыл бұрын

You need the car!! The Mazda and Toyota doesn’t feel as roomy up front.

I was curious of the exact dimensions as I think the US spec Tiguan got too big. The 1st gen was a great size for me. Turns out, the Taos is within an inch of the 1st gen Tiguan which I think is great!

So I have a 2021 RAV4 PRIME and the 2022 TAOS. I honestly would say this vehicle is very similar to the Toyota RAV 4! Super sporty and the handling feel. Not as fast, I do love the sport mode and it feels a little roomier up front. I do wish this had a little bit more storage in the car for sunglasses or something like that. The lights are sexy on the inside and outside. Definitely reminds me of a Audi. It could have a better back up camera in my opinion and a new horn sound lol. Overall I love my TAOS and I prefer driving it over the RAV4 right now. I haven’t drove my Taos in the snow yet but my rav 4 definitely CLIMBS up ice without hesitation. So I’m excited to see how the Taos does.

Love VW products! Nice review thanks for sharing!

Love the new intro!

You are so very good at this!

This one is the prefect size for us. Subcompacts tend to be narrower with smaller rear seat legroom while many compacts have went the oposite way. This is prefect for a single person, couple or family with 1 or 2 children. Enough room without going overboard. I only wish they offered a higher performance model and increase the top end screen size. 8" for the loaded trim is very 2018, 8" is most other manufacturers base size.

I have been waiting to get a 2022 Tiguan but now this certainly has my attention. When will you be reviewing the new tiguan? Interested in how they compare and the thoughts

I love the scenery behind you. where was this filmed?

Excellent review. Thank you!

Update! I tried the launch control of the 7 speed DCT on the Taos it works like charm, can't belive they advertise this vehicles as a 8.4 second 0-60 when in reality it can do 6.9 secons using regulat 87 gas when using launch

I bought a Taos earlier this month and am very happy with it! It handles great and the base FWD model w/ IQ.Drive is loaded with great features. I love that it has automatic transmission vice CVT like so many cars now. The 1.5L with turbo delivers plenty of power for Hawaii driving with exceptional gas mileage. It looks great (mine is platinum gray with black rims!), is solidly built and is a great value for the money. There are two design features, however, that I really wish VW would change or perhaps offer aftermarket solutions. First, you have to pry off a small piece of plastic on the driver's door handle to access the mechanical lock. This probably isn't a big deal for most people, but is a PIA for watermen/women that need to take a mechanical key with them out on the water. Second, the rear seats do not fold flat with the cargo area and the cargo area is about 6” lower than the hatch sill. To me, a large flat cargo/folded down rear seat area is one of the biggest reasons to buy a SUV - if the seats don’t fold level with the cargo area it’s pretty useless for loading and transporting large gear and sports equipment. This really should be redesigned! Maybe make the rear seat bottom flip forward so the seat back can fold down lower? I’m going to try and build the cargo area up 4 inches with foam/wood to make it only a couple inches below the hatch sill, but the folded rear seat back will still be about 4 inches higher. (A friend of mine, thinks that because the Taos is a short Tiquan, the low cargo area may be a design artifact of the third row of seats in the Tiquan.) I hope there will be some aftermarket solution for the 2022 Taos someday - perhaps with storage under a raised platform.

@emilygracebrunson5387

2 жыл бұрын

Did you get an S, SE, or SEL?

@DF-oe7qf

2 жыл бұрын

@@emilygracebrunson5387 The S model. The car is great. I'm just finding it really hard to live with a cargo area that isn't level when the seats are folded down! I need to be able to slide things in! They should have included one of those platforms so you can adjust the cargo area height.

Great review. I think I am a new fan of the Taos

Very well done. Thank you.

I think the actual interior space of the Tao’s can absolutely compete with RAV4 CRV in the compact SUV segment. And dimensions of Taos Almost the same as Q3 only 90mm shorter than CRV.

@reshiaminggia651

2 жыл бұрын

Hello

Excellent, as always, review. As an owner of the original Tiguan, the Taos is worth a look! Thanks!!!!

Not bad! I like the overall design!

Just test drove this today. I love it. My wife loves it. We can't wait. I do agree with the power though and wonder why they'd not put the GTI engine but I guess that's the q3 either way

@hitman74

2 жыл бұрын

Then it would cost to much

Enjoyed your review. Nice SUV.

18:34 how sofyan laugh about the horn😂😂

I saw a Volkswagen Taos yesterday in Fredericksburg, Texas yesterday at the car show.

My wife and I just bought a 2021 jeep renegade limited. Led light package , lane keep assist package and panoramic sunroof. It's basically loaded and snickered for 34,000. Minus jeeps discounts we got it for 29,000-30,000. And even these cars get ripped a little bit its really been great . And the 1.3 turbo engine is way way better than the 2.4 engine . The 1.3 turbo puts out 177 HP and 210 ft lbs of torque. Way more than this thing puts out

This is really nice. I like all the features and styling. I like it just as it is, sans the panoramic sunroof. I would prefer a N/A non turbo/GDI engine, like the Honda Civic N/A 2.0L that should have been offered in the HR-V Sport. Lots of storage room, but the HR-V has the magic seats for more cargo flexibility. Never knew Beats and Fender are making OEM automotive audio. And the wireless charging, Apple Carplay and Android Auto is a win. The price is expected for the included equipment, power and acceleration is decent to me. Very nicely done. Great review. 👍

Very solid review, Shared this with my brother that is looking to go from his Jetta to the Taos. I will test drive it as well to see how it feels compared to my VW Alltrack. Creating a GTI version of this would be really cool to see, but I also want the Alltrack to come back since they redesigned it and kept it in Europe this time around.

@stephenhendricks103

3 жыл бұрын

Not a chance in hell that VW will try to resurrect the extremely slow selling Alltrack wagon in the US. The mainstream wagon for sale in the US is the Outback and Subaru does everything they can to disguise the fact that it's a lifted wagon.

@DesertMav

3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenhendricks103 I do agree that they will never bring it back here, but it is actually not dead yet. They did redesign it to match the Mk8 Golf, but it will be yet more forbidden fruit.

@DJPleasureSeekingMissle

3 жыл бұрын

Going from a Jetta to this is like going from the frying pan into the fire. He should look to a different brand if he values his money/sanity.

@nanalala3902

3 жыл бұрын

@@DJPleasureSeekingMissle you have any mental issues dude? maybe not everybody keeps their car for 100 years.

looks amazing

Upgraded camera & upgraded graphics 😆 nice nice niceee. No complaints about the VW, I feel like it will sell tremendously well. Would’ve liked to see some B roll footage of the headlights/tail lights tho

I have a 2019 Jetta SEL and I've always wanted wireless apple carplay and a heated steering wheel. For as small as the engine is I think it drives pretty nice and doesn't seem sluggish. I just might have to get this Taos. I'm shocked they didn't include a power liftgate.

@braetonwilson4296

3 жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that the Taos is several hundred pounds heavier than the Jetta so you may very well find the Taos to be sluggish, especially under full load.

@tahsin28

3 жыл бұрын

Um.. I dont see any advatage the Taos has over the perfect jetta.

@loganknupp9034

3 жыл бұрын

just get a base q3 or keep your jetta

EXCELENT REVIEW!!!!!!!!⭐️

I can't imagine a car with this weight having the performance on the highway I'd expect with just the 1.5 TSI. The weight of the Taos is within 100 lbs of the original Tiguan, which came with a 200hp, 200ft/lb 2.0TSI similar to the current Tiguan

@ltdasilva93

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Drove a 4motion Tiguan as a loaner and it was an absolute drag. Don't even get me started about being in eco mode, what a safety liability.

Like you for your honest reviews

Yeah. This is by far, the best looking from the bunch.

I just got one and the car drums even when I’m not pushing it

MKBHD of car reviews))) Hi I’ve had this product for a week and here’s what i think about it))) First person to review this car ? Thank you Sir !

The GTI version is the Cupra Ateca with 300hp, it used the platform of the Taos, but is made in Spain, US market is not receiving it so far, I hope that VW made that version of the Taos.

Relatively solid sounding thunk!

We are moving up from an Alltrack. Engine is smaller yet matched the torque output and weight is similar. However, the old Alltrack has more HP , paddle shifters and premium sound. A bigger engine will be perfect.

@DavGreg

3 жыл бұрын

If you are trading an Alltrack for this you are trading down. This thing reeks of Jetta cheapness in materials and switchgear.

Got the tiguan sel r-line!! Can't go wrong with it!! Have had it for about 4 months and average 35mpg highway and 30mpg city!! And it's much bigger

I love it! Yea for pano roof 👍🏽

I actually really like these from the videos I've seen so far. But I've gotten so spoiled by my Kia Niro's 45-50mpg. I kinda wish the Taos had either a hybrid to be comparable, or a sportier 2.0L model to be more fun. Especially since it replaced the Golf.

@Strat94able

3 жыл бұрын

The engine choice is really odd. I'd have expected something like a 2.0 or 2.4 liter and it's a shame that there is no traditional hybrid available.

The trim that you should buy is the SE that is good value for the money that you would pay.

Great looking car. And thorough video as always . Do you know what ground clearance is? I like the Tiguan but my biggest complaint is it's sits too low..

@theredline

3 жыл бұрын

Ground clearance is low for the segment. VW told us after filming it was around 6.7”.

Great review of this SUV.

I love your videos

How is this compare to 2018 VW X1? Great video

Looks nice and is bigger than other sub-compacts.

Volkswagen - The Brand People Trust Without Any Hesitation 👉💯😍

As a 2017 Gti owner, I appreciate the shout out as someone who is looking for a bigger, more practical vehicle. I wish the cargo space was a touch bigger, like the Tiguan. But if this retains the nice handling characteristics that underpin the gti, at least in awd guise, it sounds like its worth a look. The last Tiguan I drove was nice but a handling was NOT where it was at.

I have Taos 2022 and I really loved👍

Great presentation

Would you suggest the fwd or Awd version?

I recently went from a Tiguan SE to a Taos S FWD with the IQ drive and convenience packages. The Taos definitely feels peppier despite having a smaller engine. It must be down on weight and I feel like the transmission tuning seems better when starting and stopping. Especially for when you want to not quite stop completely at a stop sign. I kind of miss the larger screen and keyless entry from the higher trim lines, but overall I am very happy with it. *Edit I have fwd not awd

@abygaylestephens5101

2 жыл бұрын

I am buying the awd s trim as well, how is the gas mileage?

@adamrutledge396

2 жыл бұрын

@@abygaylestephens5101 sorry, I meant to say that I have the front wheel drive. It will not be as efficient as FWD since the AWD has the DSG automatic transmission instead of the regular automatic and there are efficiency losses with awd. I drive very conservatively and mostly highway and can get around 40 mpg. I will have to check the average long term mpg in the car and let you know. I do still wish I went for the AWD, though for the few times when I go snowboarding.

@abygaylestephens5101

2 жыл бұрын

@@adamrutledge396 thank you, I appreciate it.

@atozisnotme

Жыл бұрын

I come from a 2019 Tiguan SEL r line and it doesn't have the same power from Tiguan but it makes up in it's overall performance, right off the bat the handling was surprising with how tighter it was compared to the Tiguan

@barbz_zayne

Жыл бұрын

We went to CarMax yesterday and drove a 2022 Taos 4Motion SEL back to back with a 2022 Tiguan SE R-Line Black Package, and the Taos was better in almost every aspect. Peppier, smoother ride, quieter on the road, more room in the backseat, it was so much better than the Tiguan.

hi, what cameras do you use?

What is with being upset at the tailgate? I agree it should be an option for those who want, many don't want the added expense and complexity for something so simple. Complaining about these gimmicks is why new cars are so expensive.

I currently have a VW Jetta, but I really like the look and size of the Tous.

3:17 - The taillights remind me of the Audi Q5 TSI just a bit.

Very nice little SUV. I’m with you that VW should have a more powerful engine in perhaps a GTI line.

I have a good feeling there's a GTX version coming with the GTI motor.

This is one of your better reviews with very few of the reviewer not-picky comments. PS I prefer standard shifting to paddles. I like the car, but would want to wait a few years for them to work out any kinks. (Buy the Audi to get an "enthusiast" --i.e., care reviewer-- experience. PS The horn does need to be made louder. That's a real safety issue.

VW do have performance focused SUVs just not in the US market. There's the T-Roc R, Tiguan R and Toureg R.

I like it, from most reviews I've seen it definitely needs an optional engine with more power, but the engine it has now is probably good for most people.

@abruegger007

2 жыл бұрын

Right, and most people are sheep.

I actually like the horn, I troll people with my atlas’ horn. People always get caught off guard

Awesome explanation, however @ 10:55 the reason the floor is not flat is because the car is a 4motion I mean it needs that hump to run a transmission bar to the rear wheels under it. Thanks for the vid.

Bought a SEL 4Motion about 6 months ago and think its an okay little SUV But really wish I woulda went with a Mazda CX30 Turbo instead for a little less money and WAY more SUV....

This looks good and I like the size for price. This who class though has some slow engines. It’s clearly the biggest way to cost cut.

16:30 I agree 100 %

This was definitely one of the best car reviews I have seen! Super informative and unbiased and thank you for not shouting at us. I am wondering how cargo space stacks up to the RAV4 as that was my top choice but is feeling out of budgetary range. I am also wondering how much poorer you think the Taos would perform off-road compared to the cross trek since this is something you mentioned - we do a lot of camping and things. Lastly, when you sat in the back and had the cup tray open, it looked like there was another trap door in the opening, what’s in there!?!

@MultiFabar

2 жыл бұрын

FYI this can’t tow but the crosstrek can. The second hatch in the back behind the cup holder is to open that whole areas so you can fit a snowboard or such through that back seat. I am also looking into getting a crosstrek or a Taos, good luck on your search

@enziojones5152

2 жыл бұрын

​@@MultiFabar what did you end up getting?

@MultiFabar

2 жыл бұрын

@@enziojones5152 Taos SEL

Thanks for this great smart review. I like the car! ...Check also the new blue colour!

Gorgeous!!

I immediately noticed the Audi lines. Very pretty vehicle.

I noticed, this is missing the auto hold by the parking brake. Am I wrong?

No power liftgate is a major plus for me. They're slow as hell and they break.

@leyae5958

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Opening a lift gate is not that difficult lol

@savancleveland7756

3 жыл бұрын

I 100% agree! In the rain, it is very beneficial to not have to wait for the power tailgate to open.

@TheVwboyaf1

3 жыл бұрын

You don't push the button on the fob as you walk up to the car?

@jjacob25101

3 жыл бұрын

Unless you really like all the bells and whistles, or get a top trim model that comes with it, sometimes you save money and don't have problems with the basics. A good example is the Honda HR-V Sport. Has the nice styling and big wheels/tires and Sport tuned suspension, but no sunroof, more secure, old school ignition key, analog instrument panel gauges, manual adjust seats, manual single zone A/C and no Honda Sense if you're a more experienced and attentive driver. Less things to go wrong, with complicated and expensive repairs.

@kromahj

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheVwboyaf1 technology making people lazy asf, can't ever buy a car with out power lift gate . Sad

I am not a fan of the rims but I like that it has a spare tire.

I haaaateeee SUVs....but this one looks boyishly cute...like a fully loaded rouge sport especially with the 19 /20 inch wheels

I have the FWD model for a rental right now and am pretty surprised by it. Coming from my 2010 Forester this thing feels pretty good. I wish we could get something in this size that has a lot of HP.

I’m curious on your thoughts vs the Audi Q3 (price aside). An off lease Q3+extended warranty is the same price as a new Toas in my area. 🧐

My next lease probably

Next time test the fwd model please

I'm looking for a video like this