The 2025 Volkswagen Taos has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 to 14.5 gallons (50–55 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 14.5 gallons, used on 4 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 475–479 highway miles or 363–370 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
020 gal40 gal
14.5 gal · Smaller than 80% of 2025 models we list.
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Drive
All 7 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
Trim
Engine
Drive
Tank
MPG city / hwy
Range city / hwy
S 4dr SUV1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWDMPG 28 / 36Range 370 / 475 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
28 / 36
370 / 475 mi
SE 4dr SUV1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWDMPG 28 / 36Range 370 / 475 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
28 / 36
370 / 475 mi
SE Black 4dr SUV1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWDMPG 28 / 36Range 370 / 475 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
28 / 36
370 / 475 mi
S 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWDMPG 25 / 33Range 363 / 479 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
14.5 gal55 L
25 / 33
363 / 479 mi
SE 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWDMPG 25 / 33Range 363 / 479 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
14.5 gal55 L
25 / 33
363 / 479 mi
SE Black 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWDMPG 25 / 33Range 363 / 479 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
14.5 gal55 L
25 / 33
363 / 479 mi
SEL 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWDMPG 25 / 33Range 363 / 479 mi
1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
14.5 gal55 L
25 / 33
363 / 479 mi
No trim matches all of these filters.
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.
How far a 2025 Volkswagen Taos goes on a tank
Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 28 MPG, a full 14.5-gallon tank covers about 406 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
14.5
479
363
3/4
10.9
359
272
1/2
7.3
239
181
1/4
3.6
120
91
1/8
1.8
60
45
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 536 gallons, roughly 37 full tanks.
Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.
At 14.5 gallons, the Taos's largest tank ranks fourth of the seven 2025 SUVs compared here. The Subaru Crosstrek carries the most (16.6 gal) and the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid the least (9.8 gal).
Picked by body style and size: other 2025 SUVs within about 5% of the Taos's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.
2025 Volkswagen Taos fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Delivery · Pressure sensorApr 22, 2026 · NHTSA 26V258000 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · 38,710 vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Taos vehicles. In the event of a rear-end crash, the fuel pressure sensor may dislodge or separate from the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel tank with a dislodged or separated fuel pressure sensor can leak fuel after a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fuel pressure sensor wiring harness extension, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97TH. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 29, 2026.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos holds between 13.2 and 14.5 gallons, depending on the trim. 14.5 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 13.2-gallon tank is on the S 4dr SUV.
How many gallons and liters does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos gas tank hold?
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos tank holds 50–55 liters, or 13.2–14.5 gallons in US gallons.
Which 2025 Volkswagen Taos has the biggest gas tank?
The 14.5-gallon tank is on the S 4dr SUV AWD, SE 4dr SUV AWD, SE Black 4dr SUV AWD and 1 other trim. The smallest tank, 13.2 gallons, is on the S 4dr SUV.
Does AWD change the 2025 Volkswagen Taos gas tank?
Yes. FWD: 13.2 gal; AWD: 14.5 gal.
How far can a 2025 Volkswagen Taos go on a full tank?
About 475–479 miles on the highway and 363–370 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
How many miles can a 2025 Volkswagen Taos go on a quarter tank?
About 120 highway miles or 91 in town from the 14.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.5-gallon tank from empty costs $61.91. It ranges from $53.65 in the Gulf Coast to $85.41 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2025 Volkswagen Taos?
About 90 pounds for the 14.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Taos have a bigger gas tank than the Mazda CX-30?
Yes. The 2025 Volkswagen Taos holds up to 14.5 gallons; the 2025 Mazda CX-30 holds up to 12.7.
Has the 2025 Volkswagen Taos had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos: 26V258000 (delivery · pressure sensor). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
Sources
Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, cross-checked against a second spec database. Updated October 2026.
MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.