2024 Volkswagen Taos AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
S 4MOTION AWD vs S FWD
AWD adds $2,340. Costs $184 more a year in fuel.
$3,441more over 6 years
- 27 vs 31 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S FWD S 4MOTION AWD | $23,995 $26,335 | $2,340 | 31 mpg 27 mpg | $1,239 $1,422 | $3,441 | +249 lb |
| SE FWD SE 4MOTION AWD | $28,165 $29,615 | $1,450 | 31 mpg 27 mpg | $1,239 $1,422 | $2,551 | +249 lb |
| SE Black FWD SE Black 4MOTION AWD | $30,365 $32,015 | $1,650 | 31 mpg 27 mpg | $1,239 $1,422 | $2,751 | 0 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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