New Volkswagen Taos Interior Space Guide at Bytek Volkswagen
For 2026, the Volkswagen Taos offers up to 1,866 L of cargo space fit for groceries, gym bags and sports gear, or moving boxes for families embarking on an exciting new chapter. Additionally, the Taos’s cozy cabin seats up to 5 and retains 790 L of its cargo space behind the second row with all seats in use, making it a great choice for families who prefer a smaller SUV with big utility. Keep reading to find out why the automotive experts at Bytek Volkswagen recommend the 2026 Taos for city living, and test drive yours today in Ottawa, ON!
Why the 2026 Volkswagen Taos Feels Bigger on the Inside
What are the Interior Dimensions of the 2026 Volkswagen Taos?
Save your passengers from bumping their heads with the 2026 Volkswagen Taos’s approximate 40 inches of head room for the front and second row, and give them up to 40 inches of leg room to stretch out in. As well, around 56 inches of shoulder space and up to 53.9 inches of hip room in the front room ensure you won’t feel squashed in. That means no bickering in the back row or accidentally elbowing your front row passenger! The main difference is the front row’s access to heated seats, but with the Taos’s standard dual-zone climate control to keep everyone cozy, it’s no big deal if you miss out on calling shotgun.
2026 Volkswagen Taos Passenger Space (mm / inches)
Row
Front Row
Second Row
Max Head Room
No Sunroof: 1,033 / 40.6
Sunroof: 1,003 / 39.4
No Sunroof: 1,011 / 39.8
Sunroof: 986 / 38.8
Shoulder Room
1,435 / 56.4
1,403 / 55.2
Hip Room
1,370 / 53.9
1,153 / 45.3
Leg Room
1,019 / 40.1
963 / 37.9
How Much Cargo Space Does the 2026 Volkswagen Taos Have?
Make use of the 2026 Volkswagen Taos’s generous 790 L of cargo space (perfect for backpacks or overnight bags) with all 5 seats in use, or drop the second row completely for up to 1,866 L of cargo space for groceries or a dog crate. Alternatively, get the best of both worlds and accommodate bulkier items like furniture flatpacks with the back row’s 60:40 split, which still leaves a seat free for someone to ride in the back.
