Hands down, this may be the most useful video about the Taos on CZcams. Thank you for the in depth details. SO much easier than trying to read about the different trim levels. Great job!
I bought the base model because all the auto journalists I reviewed, said the same thing across the different trim levels, that the base model offers the best value at that price point where as the upper trim levels are competing against whole lot of other cars which you might want to consider.
We are still shopping and comparing the Taos and the Honda HR-V. I agree the S is a great value and they have them on the lot, but the thing we can't get past is the weird, cheap, shiny, plastic interior paneling at 5:04.. that alone is the deal breaker.
Just came across your channel. I recently purchased a Taos S with 4motion. I love it. And I love how very informative you were between all 3 Taos models. You have a new fan, my friend.
i have been looking a DOZENs of videos and articles.. this by far is THE BEEEESTTTT VIDEO.... very thorough but quick... This is extremely helpful . thanks for your efforts . Wish you were in Texas so I can buy from you
I just got a blue Taos SE, unfortunately my dealer here in Arkansas didn't have an SEL and it was out of stock around the area as well. But those ventilated seats are something I wanted (as my dream SUV was an Audi Q7 with ventilated, but a new Taos beats a used Audi in maintenance costs any day of the year!). It would be great to upgrade later on, or also if aftermarket ventilated seats could be installed in my SE (as a supported VW accessory upgrade). One thing I would also like to see on Taos versions in the future is a towing hitch. I think its unofficially rated for 1500 pounds, but since VW didn't complete the required testing on the US, its not listed as a towing capable vehicle at all.
This was exactly the information I needed! Thank you so much for taking the time to record and post this. Merry Christmas to you and your happy helper there!
@Reese Sells Cars Volkswagen Guru Thanks to your video, I had all the info I needed to buy my new 2022 Taos SEL 4motion in Cornflower Blue, on the 20th. Bought from Findlay VW in Flagstaff, AZ. Great dealership! (They owe you a comission check haha) Thanks again!
This was a great video! I have the S, it's great to actually SEE what's different in the higher models rather than read about them... maybe next time i'll go for the SEL! Thank you!
I have the base/S model ...learned tonight while driving in the rain at night that the side view mirrors are not heated. Water droplets stay on the mirrors, which made it dangerously difficult to see properly to switch lanes. Any suggestions on a solution?
Driving assistance. If you have IQ Drive, that will bring up Lane Assist, ACC, Side Assist, etc. There is also a button on the tip of the turn signal stalk.
I learned this tonight. Pouring rain and at night makes it dangerously difficult to switch lanes. Came here looking for suggestions on what to do about it
Good video but you guys never have any cars for sale on ur lot. U have them on ur site saying they r in stock but once I get to ur lot u don’t have them. Especially the Taos.
I am going to get the SE model. The SEL has a few additions that are nice, but the price savings over the SEL seems to be the sweet spot. Reese, what do you think: SE vs SEL?
@@vwguru I am just trying to decide if the extra 5k or so is worth it or not. Thats roughly $80-$100 a month more. I like the SEL and the additional features, but the price on the SE is very attractive.
I hope that this video helps you make a choice on your next vehicle.
Hands down, this may be the most useful video about the Taos on CZcams. Thank you for the in depth details. SO much easier than trying to read about the different trim levels. Great job!
Thank you very much!
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Thank you so much for this video, and thank you for not wasting my time, fast and efficient. Payton has a great dad, and what a great kid!
Thank you!
Gotta be one of the best comparison videos I’ve ever watched. Thanks a lot! This helped so much
I bought the base model because all the auto journalists I reviewed, said the same thing across the different trim levels, that the base model offers the best value at that price point where as the upper trim levels are competing against whole lot of other cars which you might want to consider.
Congratulations on your choice. You will love it.
We are still shopping and comparing the Taos and the Honda HR-V. I agree the S is a great value and they have them on the lot, but the thing we can't get past is the weird, cheap, shiny, plastic interior paneling at 5:04.. that alone is the deal breaker.
got the base model too and it's awesome and very roomy
Just came across your channel. I recently purchased a Taos S with 4motion. I love it. And I love how very informative you were between all 3 Taos models. You have a new fan, my friend.
Welcome to the channel!
@@vwguru thank you kind sir.
Thanks, You gave more info than others do about where & what the buttons do. I needed that info. Thanks again. Just bought the SE & happy with it.
Thank you for watching and I am glad that I could help!
Your reviews have been so helpful! Thank you!!!
Thank you. I am so glad that I could help!
i have been looking a DOZENs of videos and articles.. this by far is THE BEEEESTTTT VIDEO.... very thorough but quick... This is extremely helpful . thanks for your efforts . Wish you were in Texas so I can buy from you
Well come on up! I have sold cars to a nimber of people in Texas!
I just got a blue Taos SE, unfortunately my dealer here in Arkansas didn't have an SEL and it was out of stock around the area as well. But those ventilated seats are something I wanted (as my dream SUV was an Audi Q7 with ventilated, but a new Taos beats a used Audi in maintenance costs any day of the year!). It would be great to upgrade later on, or also if aftermarket ventilated seats could be installed in my SE (as a supported VW accessory upgrade).
One thing I would also like to see on Taos versions in the future is a towing hitch. I think its unofficially rated for 1500 pounds, but since VW didn't complete the required testing on the US, its not listed as a towing capable vehicle at all.
This was exactly the information I needed! Thank you so much for taking the time to record and post this. Merry Christmas to you and your happy helper there!
Thank you! Merry Christmas!
@Reese Sells Cars Volkswagen Guru Thanks to your video, I had all the info I needed to buy my new 2022 Taos SEL 4motion in Cornflower Blue, on the 20th. Bought from Findlay VW in Flagstaff, AZ. Great dealership! (They owe you a comission check haha) Thanks again!
Congratulations! Enjoy the new ride! Not many people know about my videos...
Great video. Appreciate the fact that you went into some of the menu options on the head unit.
Thank you for watching!
This was a great video! I have the S, it's great to actually SEE what's different in the higher models rather than read about them... maybe next time i'll go for the SEL! Thank you!
How do you like your S? We're trading in an older car for a SE next week
Come see me when you do!
Thank you for this!! Please keep making these honest informational videos!
Thank you! I will!
Thank you for this video. I was thinking about trading my Tiguan for a Taos but I def have more in my Tiguan hahah
Any time!
Really thank you .. you are the best video, And we love your daughter .
Thank you!
5 star review 👏
Every comparison video should be like this.
Thank you.
@@vwguru thank you! Wish I could’ve bought the SE from your dealership. I had just bought one yesterday from a dealership in south Texas.
Congratulations!
Great video,,,,,,I just bought one.
Hope you enjoy it!
Great video - super knowledgeable and good description for the differences. Thanks!
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Great video thank you!
You are welcome!
thank you. good job
Thank you.
The mark up is like 5K above msrp here. Wish I could buy from ya 😂
I'm worth the trip.
Such a great review man! Thanks SEL it is lol
Great video, I appreciate how much detail you gave about each model.
Great video!!! 🥳🎈
Thank you!
wait on my s trim from the port. cant wait. first volkswagen
Can you do a comparison video with the Tiguan s se and sel
Working on it!
I just traded my Passat with 2022 Taos Highline ♥️.
Beats audio not an additional option with the se trim?
No, it only comes on the SEL.
U did really good brother nice
Thank you!
I have the base/S model ...learned tonight while driving in the rain at night that the side view mirrors are not heated. Water droplets stay on the mirrors, which made it dangerously difficult to see properly to switch lanes. Any suggestions on a solution?
Try putting Rain-X on the mirrors. Otherwise, not really.
Great video -
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Awesome video!
Doesn’t blind spot monitoring come standard on the SE model?
It does. I'm not sure what I said in the video but it comes on the SE.
I have the normal Taos s what’s the button under the cruise control button it has the circle around the car
Driving assistance. If you have IQ Drive, that will bring up Lane Assist, ACC, Side Assist, etc. There is also a button on the tip of the turn signal stalk.
Hey. The mirrors aren’t heated on the base Taos, just an FYI
I learned this tonight. Pouring rain and at night makes it dangerously difficult to switch lanes. Came here looking for suggestions on what to do about it
is there a sport mode in base model?
Yes, all trims have a "Sport " mode.
Good video but you guys never have any cars for sale on ur lot. U have them on ur site saying they r in stock but once I get to ur lot u don’t have them. Especially the Taos.
taos s does not have keyless entry?
I love my sel. Wish the the tail gate was power.
It is a great vehicle. They may decide to add a power liftgate to later models.
I am going to get the SE model. The SEL has a few additions that are nice, but the price savings over the SEL seems to be the sweet spot. Reese, what do you think: SE vs SEL?
@@usa4life71 I'm a gadget guy, so I like the SEL but you can get an SE with the IQ Drive package and it is a game changer!
@@vwguru I am just trying to decide if the extra 5k or so is worth it or not. Thats roughly $80-$100 a month more. I like the SEL and the additional features, but the price on the SE is very attractive.
Buy a year old sel with low miles.
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