Used 2023 Volkswagen Taos for Sale nearLaval, QC

How much does the 2023 Volkswagen Taos cost?

Prices have softened 16.64% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 694 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2023 Volkswagen Taos a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Volkswagen Taos earns a 5/5 user rating and a 6.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Form and function.

It stands out as a small crossover that gives you available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility. That makes it a practical fit if you want SUV versatility in a compact footprint, and the 2023 update adds more standard safety features and equipment.

The trade-offs are clear: the drivetrain is irritating and underpowered, and the infotainment system user experience is a weak point. Value for the money is also questionable, especially when you compare it with stronger rivals on power and refinement.

With 28.8% of listings marked as good or great deals, you may find some attractive opportunities if you shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Volkswagen Taos reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Taos is presented as a practical, comfort-focused small SUV with a roomy cabin and useful packaging, which supports the case for everyday dependability. Its expert assessment also points to a vehicle that is easy to live with in urban and suburban use when you can adapt to its quirks.

The performance notes do, however, highlight a powertrain that can be inconsistent and a dual-clutch transmission that can behave abruptly, so long-term ownership risk for used buyers is more about drivability and refinement than outright durability.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Volkswagen Taos?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Trendline, Comfortline, and Highline each build on the last, with the lower trims missing some of the upscale look and feel you get higher up. The Highline adds the most premium presentation, including leather seats, a more upscale cabin, and standard LED headlights.
• Powertrain: Every Taos uses a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine with 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive uses an eight-speed automatic, while AWD models use a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic; the AWD setup also brings a multi-link rear suspension.
• Safety package: Front Assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Trendline. Comfortline adds Lane Assist, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, and active blind-spot monitoring. Highline adds parking sensors with automatic braking and road-sign recognition.
• Infotainment: Trendline gets a 6.5-inch touchscreen and Bluetooth. Comfortline and Highline add an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L, Car-Net connected services, an added USB port, and wireless smartphone charging. Highline also gets a 10.25-inch digital display and native navigation.
• Fuel efficiency: AWD models are rated at 8.5 L/100 km in combined driving, while FWD models are expected to average 7.6 L/100 km. The test vehicle averaged 8.8 L/100 km.

Which 2023 Volkswagen Taos trim should I buy?

The 2023 Volkswagen Taos is offered in 3 trim levels: Trendline, Comfortline, and Highline.

Here's the short version:

• Trendline: This is the entry point if you want the Taos’ space, utility, and standard safety equipment at the lowest price. It gives you the core package, but it is the least richly equipped version, so it suits you best if value and basics matter more than convenience features.
• Comfortline: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the key driver-assistance upgrades, wireless smartphone connectivity, and a more complete everyday feature set without jumping all the way to the top trim.
• Highline: Choose this if you want the most upscale Taos, with the strongest visual presentation, the larger digital display, native navigation, premium audio, and the most complete equipment list.

The safety package is strongest as you move up the range, with Comfortline and Highline adding more advanced driver-assistance features than Trendline.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Volkswagen Taos?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you should be able to shop with some leverage if you compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 28.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 694 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 16.64% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $24,103 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Volkswagen Taos's resale value?

The current average of $24,141 CAD sits slightly below last year's $28,960 CAD.

That decline suggests the market has become more favourable for buyers, but it also means future sellers may need to price more competitively to stand out. If you buy at the current average or below, you may have less room for depreciation pressure than someone who bought when prices were higher.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Volkswagen Taos safe?

The 2023 Volkswagen Taos earns decent but imperfect crash-test results from NHTSA and IIHS.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Volkswagen equips the Taos Trendline with Front Assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Comfortline adds Lane Assist, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, and active blind-spot monitoring, while Highline adds parking sensors with automatic braking and road-sign recognition. Travel Assist is described as excellent, and Lane Assist is calm rather than intrusive.

The main caveat is that the crash-test picture is not perfect, so you should pay attention to the specific safety equipment on the trim you are considering.

Should I buy a 2023 Volkswagen Taos or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 28.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 16.64% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 adds more standard safety features and equipment.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $22,368 CAD, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $24,141 CAD average.
• It offers a useful middle ground for buyers who want extra space and utility without moving up to a larger crossover.

The bottom line: If you want the better-equipped version with more standard safety content, the 2023 is the stronger pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2022 remains the value play, especially if you mainly want the Taos’ space and practicality.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.