Volkswagen Taos Annual Fuel Cost
Running a 2027 Volkswagen Taos costs about $2,000 per year in fuel, based on 15,000 miles of driving at average U.S. fuel prices.
Latest model year (2027):
The Volkswagen Taos costs an estimated $2,050/year in fuel (297 g CO₂/mi).
Volkswagen Taos Fuel Cost — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Fuel | MPG Comb. | Annual Cost | CO₂ (g/mi) | GHG Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 315 | 5 |
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 297 | 6 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 318 | 5 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 287 | 6 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 287 | 6 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 318 | 6 |
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 329 | 5 |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 286 | 6 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 322 | 6 |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 286 | 6 |
| 2022 | Auto 7-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 323 | 6 |
| 2022 | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L | 4 1.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 286 | 7 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Volkswagen Taos Fuel Cost FAQ
How much does it cost to fuel the Volkswagen Taos?
The estimated annual fuel cost for the Volkswagen Taos is $2,000 per year, based on 15,000 miles of driving and average fuel prices. Costs vary by trim and engine.
How much CO₂ does the Volkswagen Taos produce?
The Volkswagen Taos produces approximately 287 grams of CO₂ per mile. Lower numbers mean fewer emissions. See the table for per-trim details.