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The 2023 Volkswagen Taos is a compact SUV. It’s the smallest SUV that VW offers and it’s based on the Jetta sedan platform. The Taos was introduced for the 2021 model year. The main competitors of the Taos are other compact SUVs like the Chevy Trax, Jeep Renegade, Mazda CX-3, and Honda HR-V.
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos is a capable vehicle. It has competitive towing and payload capability. In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos.
How much can the 2023 Volkswagen Taos tow?
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos can tow up to 1,000 pounds when properly equipped. The manufacturer does not recommend towing with this vehicle.
Please note, the towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s towing capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2023 Volkswagen Taos Payload Capacity
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos has a payload capacity of up to 1,193 pounds.
As with towing capacity, payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with certain features. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2023 Volkswagen Taos Tow Package
A tow package is not standard on the 2023 Volkswagen Taos but it is available as an optional extra. If you are planning to do any towing with your Taos, we recommend equipping your vehicle with the tow package.
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos tow package includes a trailer hitch and wiring harness. It also includes a transmission cooler and an upgraded radiator.
Towing Capacity By Engine and Drivetrain
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos comes standard with a 1.5L Turbocharged Engine which produces up to 147-horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard. All-wheel drive is optional on all but the base trim level.
1.5L Turbocharged Engine Towing Capacity: 1,000 pounds
Towing Capacity By Trim Level
The towing capacity of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by trim level below:
2023 Volkswagen Taos S Towing Capacity: 1,000 pounds
2023 Volkswagen Taos SE Towing Capacity: 1,000 pounds
2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL Towing Capacity: 1,000 pounds
As you can see, all trim levels of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos have the same maximum towing capacity of 1,000 pounds. Volkswagen does not recommend towing with the Taos.
Taos Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos offers decent towing capability for its class. Let’s take a look at how the 2023 Volkswagen Taos stacks up against its direct competitors.
2023 Volkswagen Taos Towing Capacity: 1,000 pounds
As you can see, there are better options for towing.
2023 Volkswagen Taos Models Towing Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2023 Volkswagen Atlas | 5,000 |
| 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 5,000 |
| 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1,500 |
| 2023 Volkswagen Taos | 1,000 |
| 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 | 2,700 |
| 2023 Volkswagen Golf R | 1,000 |
| 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI | 1,000 |