Volkswagen Taos performance summary
The 2026 Volkswagen Taos makes 158 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 8.4s, about 7.9s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 120 mph (193 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 16.19s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 29% of the cars in our database, with more power than 22% of them and a higher top speed than 34%. That works out to roughly 152 per horsepower at list price.
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Volkswagen Taos vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Taos | 158 | 8.4s | 193 km/h | 16.19s |
| Mazda Cronos | 160 | 8.5s | 190 km/h | 16.27s |
| Honda Civic | 158 | 8.5s | 200 km/h | 16.24s |
| Hyundai Elantra GT | 160 | 8.3s | 200 km/h | 16.09s |
| Mazda Astina | 140 | 8.5s | 190 km/h | 16.27s |
| Jeep Cherokee | 180 | 8.5s | 195 km/h | 16.25s |
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Volkswagen Taos FAQ
What is the Volkswagen Taos 0-60 mph time?
The Volkswagen Taos does 0-60 mph in about 7.9s, based on its 8.4s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Taos?
The listed top speed is 120 mph, or 193 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Taos have?
The Volkswagen Taos is listed at 158 hp with 250 Nm of torque.
What is the Volkswagen Taos quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Volkswagen Taos quarter-mile at 16.19s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Volkswagen Taos?
Similar performance rivals include Mazda Cronos, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra GT.