2026 Volkswagen Taos AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
S 4MOTION AWD vs S FWD
AWD adds $1,700. Costs $133 more a year in fuel.
$2,496more over 6 years
- 28 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 | $26,500 $28,200 | $1,700 | 31 mpg 28 mpg | $1,239 $1,371 | $2,496 | +240 lb |
| SE FWD SE 4MOTION AWD | $29,260 $30,960 | $1,700 | 31 mpg 28 mpg | $1,239 $1,371 | $2,496 | +240 lb |
| SE Black FWD SE Black 4MOTION AWD | $31,510 $33,210 | $1,700 | 31 mpg 28 mpg | $1,239 $1,371 | $2,496 | +240 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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