Silko Volkswagen of Easton Trim Guide
2027 Volkswagen Taos Trim Levels
One 174-HP Turbo Foundation.
Five Ways to Prioritize Value, Style, Comfort, or AWD.
The 2027 Volkswagen Taos is the compact SUV in the Volkswagen lineup for shoppers who want an elevated seating position and flexible cargo space without automatically moving into a larger family vehicle. Its five-passenger layout, useful rear-seat-folding cargo area, and easy-to-place dimensions create a practical middle ground between a sedan and a larger family SUV.
That footprint suits Easton-area routines that can move from Brockton errands and Boston-area parking to groceries, sports gear, or a weekend headed toward the South Shore. The Taos stays manageable in town while offering more cargo flexibility than a sedan, and available 4MOTION gives winter-minded drivers an AWD choice without forcing a larger SUV.
Once the Taos itself fits, the trim decision is unusually straightforward because the powertrain does not change from S through SEL. The meaningful question is which changes you will notice repeatedly: factory styling, cabin comfort, technology, or the way you want AWD packaged.
Buyer-Fit Shortcuts
Start With the Taos Upgrade You Will Notice Repeatedly
Choose the routine that most closely matches how you expect to use the Taos. The result identifies a sensible starting trim and one neighboring version worth comparing.
Your Best Fit
Value & Compact-SUV Utility
2027 Volkswagen Taos S
Why It Fits
S covers the Taos essentials without forcing an appearance or comfort package, and 4MOTION can still be added if AWD matters.
Also Compare
Compare Sport when the new appearance package would make the Taos feel more personal without changing its core mission.
2027 Volkswagen Taos Trim Questions Answered in 60 Seconds
How many versions are in the 2027 Volkswagen Taos lineup?
Five: S, Sport, SE, SE Black, and SEL.
How much does each 2027 Taos trim start at?
Starting MSRPs are $26,500 for S; $27,400 for Sport; $29,290 for SE; $31,540 for SE Black; and $35,900 for SEL.*
Does engine output change as you move up the Taos lineup?
No. Output remains 174 hp and 184 lb-ft from S through SEL, using a turbocharged 1.5L four-cylinder and an 8-speed automatic.
Which 2027 Taos trims offer 4MOTION all-wheel drive?
S, Sport, SE, and SE Black offer 4MOTION as a configuration choice. SEL comes with 4MOTION standard.
What changed for the 2027 Taos lineup?
Volkswagen adds the Sport trim between S and SE. The S also gains Composition Media with satellite radio, voice control, six speakers, KESSY keyless access, and an enhanced rear-seatbelt reminder.
How much cargo space does the Taos offer?
The 2027 Taos provides up to 65.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the rear seats folded. Exact usable volume can vary with drivetrain and configuration.
Where does the Taos lineup begin adding substantial daily-comfort equipment?
SE. Sport is primarily a design-and-personality step, while SE shifts the emphasis toward heated and power-adjustable seating plus broader everyday convenience.
Decide Whether the Taos Itself Fits Before Chasing a Higher Trim
Every trim keeps the same five-seat compact-SUV mission, 174-hp turbo engine, and 8-speed automatic; equipment and drivetrain configuration are what change the ownership experience.
Start with the package that no trim can fundamentally rewrite: a manageable two-row footprint, five-passenger seating, and a flexible rear-seat-folding cargo area. If you routinely need the extra passenger room of a Tiguan, a higher Taos trim will not create it; if the Taos size is the reason you are here, the lineup gives you several ways to tune that same basic utility.
The second checkpoint is drivetrain. Front-wheel drive is the starting configuration on S, Sport, SE, and SE Black, while 4MOTION is available on each of those trims and standard on SEL. That means a shopper can prioritize AWD without automatically buying the top trim—and can prioritize premium equipment without pretending the engine becomes more powerful as the price rises. If substantially stronger acceleration or a larger passenger cabin is part of the brief, treat that as a model-level mismatch rather than a reason to keep climbing the Taos trim ladder.
Compare the Lineup
How Does Each Taos Trim Change the Ownership Experience?
All five trims share the same engine and basic compact-SUV packaging, so the meaningful differences are role, drivetrain choice, daily comfort, technology, and design identity.
Third-Party Perspective
Car and Driver
8.5 / 10
2027 Volkswagen Taos rating
Comfortable, Composed & Easy to Live With
Key Praise: Low-Speed Response, Ride Composure & Cabin Comfort
Car and Driver describes the Taos as more comfortable and practical than sporty, praising the turbocharged engine’s useful low-speed response, the eight-speed automatic’s unobtrusive operation, and the suspension’s composed road manners. That combination suits the Taos’s role as an everyday compact SUV rather than trying to give it a performance-focused personality.
The review also highlights the accommodating cabin, comfortable seats, and purposeful interior design. Those qualities provide useful context for the trim decision: S through SEL change the materials, comfort features, technology, styling, and AWD packaging, while the underlying Taos remains a practical and approachable small SUV.
Need One More Pass at the Lineup?
Review the detailed trim panels below, then use the Best-Fit Quiz if AWD, comfort, technology, and design still pull your shortlist in different directions.
Trim-by-Trim Guide
Follow the Taos Lineup From Core Value to Premium AWD
Each tab documents the next meaningful change in the lineup. Shared engine, dimensions, and core utility stay in the background so the step-up itself is easy to judge.
Ready for a Focused Test Drive
Use an In-Person Visit to Settle What the Tables Cannot
Bring the two trims still on your list and compare them back to back. Start with the things a table cannot settle well: seating position, outward visibility, cargo access, ride quality, and wind/road noise. Then test the one upgrade you would actually be paying for, whether that is the Sport design treatment, SE seat and climate comfort, the panoramic roof, SEL cabin materials and audio, or 4MOTION. Use the same loop through Easton surface streets and a faster highway stretch so each difference is easier to judge fairly.
Final Thoughts
Buy the Taos Trim That Solves a Recurring Need,
Not the Highest Badge You Can Reach
Because every 2027 Taos uses the same 174-hp turbo engine and 8-speed automatic, the lineup rewards disciplined shopping. Decide on FWD versus 4MOTION, then pay only for the design, comfort, or technology differences you will keep noticing after the novelty of a new vehicle wears off.
| Taos S or Sport? | Choose S when the improved 2027 base equipment already satisfies you. Sport earns the $900 move when its darker factory identity is something you will appreciate every time you approach the vehicle. |
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| Taos Sport or SE? | This is style versus comfort, not lower versus higher. Sport spends its premium on character; SE spends more of its premium on the cabin conveniences you interact with throughout a normal week. |
| Taos SE or SE Black? | SE is the practical comfort choice. Move to SE Black when the panoramic roof and darker factory design are worth $2,250 because you prefer that look, not because you expect a different engine or a new ownership mission. |
| Taos SE Black or SEL? | Choose SE Black for style; choose SEL for the complete premium/AWD package. SEL’s $4,360 step is most sensible when standard 4MOTION, leather, ventilation, navigation, premium audio, and the richer cabin all matter together. |
Interactive Trim Finder
Which Taos Belongs on Your Test-Drive Shortlist?
Answer five ownership questions and the finder will surface a sensible first trim to drive. Treat drivetrain as a separate choice on S through SE Black, since FWD and 4MOTION can both be available there.
Question 1 of 5
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Do you want standard 4MOTION plus leather, ventilated front seats, navigation, and premium audio as one complete package?
FAQ
A Few Taos Questions Worth Settling Before You Shop
Local Shopping & Ownership Support
One Point of Contact Through the Purchase, Then Local Ownership Support
Silko's family dealership history dates to 1962, and its Volkswagen operation is now based at 661 Washington Street in South Easton, where the current facility opened in January 2025 after years in Brockton. For longtime local shoppers, the location changed without losing the continuity of the multigeneration family business: Volkswagen sales and service now operate from Easton with the same broader Silko organization behind them.
The current Silko Way is built around one Client Advisor remaining the primary point of contact from the first conversation through vehicle selection, trade or appraisal questions, numbers, paperwork, delivery, and follow-up. Managers and specialists support the transaction behind the scenes, so the shopper does not need a separate finance-office handoff simply to keep moving forward.
The relationship can extend beyond the handoff. On qualifying vehicles, SilkoCare Plus may include complimentary car washes, lifetime powertrain coverage, and Buy One Get One Free oil changes under the current written program terms. The dealership’s Volkswagen service center provides a local path for maintenance, diagnostics, repair work, genuine Volkswagen parts, and the ownership questions that surface after delivery. That continuity is especially useful for shoppers coming from Brockton, the South Shore, the South Coast, or elsewhere in southeastern Massachusetts who want the buying and ownership relationship to stay in one place.
Disclaimers:
*Specifications, equipment, trims, packages, colors, pricing, incentives, and inventory can be revised without notice. Confirm the vehicle’s current configuration and selling terms before committing to a purchase.
*Starting MSRPs as of September 14, 2026: Taos S $26,500; Sport $27,400; SE $29,290; SE Black $31,540; SEL $35,900. Starting MSRP excludes taxes, title, accessory installation costs, and dealer charges; dealer sets actual price.
*Every 2027 Taos uses a 174-hp / 184-lb-ft 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is the starting configuration on S, Sport, SE, and SE Black; 4MOTION is available on those trims and standard on SEL. Current 2027 specifications list 27 city / 35 highway MPG for FWD and 25 city / 33 highway MPG for 4MOTION. Actual mileage varies with vehicle condition, weather, loading, and driving habits.
*Maximum cargo capacity is up to 65.9 cu. ft. with the rear seats folded. Cargo volume and floor packaging can vary by drivetrain, equipment, and measurement method; confirm the exact configuration when cargo capacity is a priority.
*Driver-assistance systems are supplemental aids; the driver remains responsible for safe vehicle operation. Availability, capability, and limitations vary by equipment and conditions; consult Volkswagen owner information for details.
*Third-party ratings and review impressions belong to their publisher and may change. Car and Driver’s 8.5/10 rating and summarized driving impressions are editorial judgments; see the linked review for full context.
*SilkoCare Plus, lifetime powertrain coverage, Buy One Get One Free oil changes, complimentary car washes, and related ownership benefits are subject to vehicle eligibility, maintenance requirements, exclusions, limitations, current program terms, and change. Confirm eligibility and complete terms with Silko Volkswagen of Easton.
*Inventory links are shopping/filter destinations and do not guarantee that a particular trim, drivetrain, color, option, or model year is currently in stock. Trim-specific links may return zero matching vehicles when that configuration is not presently available. Confirm current availability before visiting.