The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 vs. the 2025 Volkswagen Taos: Electric vs. Gas Compact SUV

Your Volkswagen dealership is full of practical, high-tech, efficient vehicles. If you’re looking for an SUV ideal for your family, your top choices might be the 2025 Volkswagen Taos and the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4.

Engines

The Taos is a fun compact SUV with a 1.5L TSI® 16-valve DOHC turbo 4-cylinder engine that offers 174 horsepower, and the SUV is equipped with front-wheel drive standard. The ID.4, on the other hand is all-electric, has standard rear-wheel drive, and can generate 282 horsepower. 

Exterior

The ID.4 has 19-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires standard on the base trim, while the Taos has 17-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, so both models offer fair traction in all weather conditions. While the ID.4 is equipped with exterior features like automatic LED headlights and daytime running lights, the Taos has projector-style automatic LED headlights. 

Both models have standard roof rails to maximize utility. With roof rails, you can install cargo baskets or specific carriers for recreational gear. Each model also comes with rain-sensing front windshield wipers to ensure you have a clear view of the road when it rains. 

Interior

The Taos has premium cabin features like a leather-wrapped gearshift knob and a multi-functional leatherette-wrapped heated steering wheel, which allows drivers to toggle in-cabin settings without removing their hands from the wheel. The Taos has ample cabin storage with a storage compartment built into the front center armrest, as well as a 60/40 folding seat with a center pass-through space for extra-long cargo. 

The ID.4 rear bench seat can also fold flat with its 60/40 split fold-flat seats to extend the cargo area. This model has upscale features like Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and 10-color ambient lighting to set the cabin mood. 

Technology

The ID.4 comes with a 12.9-inch central display with integrated navigation. On the Taos, the central display is an 8-inch touchscreen standard. Both infotainment systems support smartphone integration via App-Connect®.

Signature safety tech like Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, and Light Assist is standard on both models.

Want to Learn More About These Volkswagen Models in Houston, TX?

Both the Volkswagen ID.4 and the Volkswagen Taos are excellent options thanks to great engineering, flexible cargo capacity, and standard safety tech. Ask DeMontrond Volkswagen in Houston, TX about model availability today. We would be happy to set you up in a test drive in your preferred model and start exploring Volkswagen financing options today!

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