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Volkswagen Taos facelift 2024 1.5 TSI (174 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic
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Volkswagen Taos:
The Volkswagen Taos is a compact crossover SUV marketed by Volkswagen. It was first released in October 2018 as the Volkswagen Tharu in China, while the Taos was released in October 2020 as a restyled version of the Tharu for the North American, South American, and Russian markets. In the brand's lineup, the vehicle is positioned below the Tiguan, and in South America and China above the T-Cross. It is not marketed in core European market.
The Taos is named after Taos, New Mexico. The Tharu name is derived after the eponymous Tharu people, an ethnic group indigenous to Nepal and Northern India....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2024 Overview:
Volkswagen Taos (facelift 2024). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1562 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 TSI (174 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers the same strong performance as the FWD 1.5 TSI, complemented by enhanced traction and stability from the 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system.
Fuel Economy
Highest fuel consumption among the lineup at 8.4 l/100 km combined, due to the added weight and friction of the AWD system, a trade-off for superior grip.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Fuel-efficient 1.4 TSI option for urban driving
- • Spacious interior and generous trunk capacity for its class
- • Available 4MOTION all-wheel drive for enhanced traction
- • Modern infotainment and advanced driver-assistance features
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys
Cons:
- • Higher fuel consumption for 4MOTION AWD models
- • No higher-performance engine variant for enthusiasts
- • Rear suspension is a torsion beam, which can be less refined than independent setups
- • Some markets might find interior materials less premium compared to competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Taos: 2021 - 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Taos |
| Generation: | facelift 2024 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 TSI (174 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | October, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 174 Hp @ 5500-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 116.2 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA211 evo2 More details about the engine EA211 evo2 |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 111.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1561-1564 |
| Max. weight: | 2090 |
| Max load: | 526-529 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1705 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 705 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.4° |
| Length: | 4467 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 1841 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1654 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2680 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2097 mm |
| Front track: | 1569 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1544 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 193 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 19.7° |
| Departure angle: | 25.8° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 312x25 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 272x10 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R18; 235/45 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18; 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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