Interesting Facts About the Volkswagen Taos
The Volkswagen Taos entered the market as a restyled version of the Chinese‑market Tharu in October 2020, following the Tharu’s debut two years earlier. Since its launch, the model has undergone a notable redesign for the 2025 model year and minor updates heading into 2026.
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From Tharu to Taos – A Quick Evolution
The vehicle was first released in October 2018 as the Volkswagen Tharu in China, and two years later, in October 2020, it was introduced globally as the Volkswagen Taos, featuring a restyled design.
2025 Redesign and 2026 Tweaks
The Taos entered its first generation in 2022 and received a full redesign for the 2025 model year, with further slight changes for 2026 that include wireless app connectivity.
Spare‑Part Supply Challenges
Because the Taos is a relatively new model, owners have reported supply constraints on spare parts, with backorders sometimes lasting from a week up to six months.
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