2026 Volkswagen Taos: real cost in Ontario
See the Taos on Volkswagen's site ↗Prices read 2026-11-05
Cheapest trim, Trendline · Toronto · age 35–59 · 6 years · 18,000 km a yearChange
Sticker$30,595the advertised price
Drive away$38,049with fees and HST
Loan payment$556/mo72-month loan at 6.5%, $5,000 down
True cost$972/moeverything, after resale
$38,049 to drive away + $46,924 to run it for 6 years − $14,992 back at resale = $69,982, or $972 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$38,049
Running it, 6 yrs+$46,924
Back at resale−$14,992
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$30,595Feesfreight $2,175 · dealer $750 · levies $152
+$3,077HST, 13%Ontario
+$4,377Fuel18,000 km a year at 7.4 L/100 km
+$12,388Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, Toronto
+$11,614Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$8,077Maintenanceestimate
+$7,805Loan interest6.5% over 72 months
+$6,951Registration and plates6 years in Ontario
+$91Resale after 6 years49% of MSRP, you get this back
−$14,992True cost $69,982 ÷ 72 months$972 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV4.47 m long
Seats5
Cargo790 Lbehind row 2
Ground clearance16–19 cm
Engine and fuel
Engine174 hp gas, FWD, AWD
0–100 km/h6.9 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel use7.4–8.4 L/100 kmNatural Resources Canada
TowingNot published
Tires17", 18" or 19"by trim
Safety and cover
US crash test4 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Insurance claimsAbout averagecollision 80 · theft 58 · injury 85 (100 = avg)
Warranty4 yrs / 80,000 kmpowertrain 5 yrs / 100,000 km
Resale at 6 years49% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 174 hp, 5 seats.| Trendline Trendline 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic | $30,595 | $38,049 | $69,982 | ✓ $972/mo | 7.4 L/100 km | — No | — No |
| Trendline 4MOTION Trendline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic | $32,595 | $40,309 | $75,016 | $1,042/mo | 8.4 L/100 km | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Comfortline 4MOTION Comfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic | $36,195 | $44,377 | $79,473 | $1,104/mo | 8.4 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic | $37,895 | $46,298 | $82,748 | $1,149/mo | 8.4 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Highline 4MOTION Highline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic | $39,895 | $48,558 | $84,043 | $1,167/mo | 8.4 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
TrendlineTrendline 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
✓ $972/mo
True cost
Trendline 4MOTIONTrendline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
$1,042/mo
True cost
Comfortline 4MOTIONComfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
$1,104/mo
True cost
Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTIONComfortline Black Edition 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
$1,149/mo
True cost
Highline 4MOTIONHighline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
$1,167/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
Trendline Trendline 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic$30,595
Trendline 4MOTION Trendline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic$32,595
Comfortline 4MOTION Comfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic$36,195
Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic$37,895
Highline 4MOTION Highline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic$39,895
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ from Comfortline 4MOTION Comfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from Highline 4MOTION Highline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ from Comfortline 4MOTION Comfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Wireless phone charging
✓ from Comfortline 4MOTION Comfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Power driver's seat
✓ from Comfortline 4MOTION Comfortline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ from Highline 4MOTION Highline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from Trendline 4MOTION Trendline 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Sunroof
+ $1,200
✓ from Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
Panoramic roof
+ $1,200
✓ from Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION Comfortline Black Edition 4MOTION 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free driving360° cameraHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsPower liftgateMemory seatWireless CarPlayPremium sound systemHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)Tow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the Trendline Trendline Trendline 1.5 TSI 174 hp 8-Speed Automatic (63 items)
- Bumperdillo Protection Plate- Black (+$92.3)
- Chrome Bumperdillo Rear Bumper Protection Plate (+$143.5)
- MuddyBuddy Floor Liner (+$236)
- Silver Bumperdillo Rear Bumper Protection Plate (+$147)
- Splash Guards (Front) (+$83.1)
- Splash Guards (Rear) (+$83.1)
- Base Carrier Bars (+$467)
- Cargo Box Carrier – Matte Black - 340L (+$654)
- Kayak Holder Attachment (+$479.95)
- Ski and Snowboard Holder (+$285)
- THULE Upright Bike Carrier Attachment (+$449.9)
- Dark Blue/Titan Black/Black/Storm Grey
- 17" Manali alloy wheels (All-season tires 215/55 R17 94H)
- Black exterior mirror housings
- Black roof rails
- Black window surrounds
- Compact spare tire (T145/85 R18)
- Dynamic headlights with cornering lights
- LED tail lights with illuminated rear emblem
- Tool kit and jack
- 4 speakers
- 8.0" touchscreen Infotainment System
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity
- Diversity antenna AM/FM reception
- Dual-zone electronic climate control
- Electronic parking brake
- Emergency Call Service
- Heated washer nozzles
- KESSY Go - Central locking system with push-start button
- MyVW mobile app with myVW+ connected vehicle services
- Power-adjustable, heated exterior mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Rearview camera with static guidance lines
- USB Type-C ports with fast charging performance
- Volkswagen Digital Cockpit (8.0" instrument cluster)
- Wireless App-Connect (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay)
- 6-way manually adjustable driver seat
- 60/40 split-folding rear seats with centre armrest and pass-through
- Cloth seating surfaces
- Heated front seats
- Leather gearshift knob
- Leatherette multi-function heated steering wheel
- 4-Cylinder, 1.5 TSI 174 HP, 184-lb-ft
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Speed-sensitive power steering
- Start/stop system with regenerative braking
- Airbag on driver and front passenger side, with automatic front passenger airbag deactivation
- Automatic detection system with audible and visual seat belt reminder
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front Assist - Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front and rear Side Curtain Protection with front side airbags
- Hill Hold Assist
- Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- LED projector headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights
- Pedestrian detection
- Side Assist - Active Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert
- Travel Assist - Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist, and Emergency Assist
- Vehicle anti-theft immobilizer
- 17" Gavia, Adamantium Dark Metallic (+$994)
- 18" Lagomera Wheel Black (+$2064)
- 18" Sebring Grey Metallic Alloy Wheel 7J x 18 (Accessory - tire extra) (+$1320)
Recalls in Canada
2 Transport Canada recalls for 2025 to 2027 Taos models. Most are fixed free by a dealer; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Fuel system2025, 2026 · 36,899 vehicles
On certain vehicles, the wiring harness to the fuel pressure sensor may be too short.Recall 2026202 at Transport Canada ↗Lights and instruments2025 · 8,040 vehicles
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster not to display when the vehicle is started.Recall 2026140 at Transport Canada ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 Taos in Ontario?
- $38,049 to drive away for the Trendline, from a $30,595 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $556 loan payment, about $999 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $972 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colours
Platinum Grey MetallicPyrite Silver MetallicDeep Black PearlPure WhiteSerrano Green Metallic+$500Monterey Blue PearlAlpine Grey+$500Cornflower BlueSerrano Green Metallic Deep Black Pearl+$1,000Monterey Blue Pearl Deep Black Pearl+$500Alpine Grey Deep Black Pearl+$1,000Cornflower Blue Deep Black Pearl+$500Pure White Deep Black Pearl+$500
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Prices from Volkswagen's Ontario build-and-price page, read 2026-11-05. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.