[akselahituv]

Recently visited a dealer for a certified pre owned 2022 Taos SE FWD that was only at 4000 miles, priced at 26000$, which sounded like a good deal. When asked the dealer told me that the auto start stop problem was affecting only the AWD versions of the vehicle and the stop sale didn't apply to FWDs. But I'm still a little hesitant after reading some of the posts, would I be getting myself into some trouble if I were to buy a 2022 SE FWD?

There's a brand new 2023 SE FWD available as well, he said he could get the price down to something similar to the certified pre owned one thats at 26000$. I think they can't seem to sell it because of the color (it's cornflower blue)... Also is the auto start stop problem fixed in the 2023 model, haven't seen any posts about that.

What do you think is a safer option and better deal?

Also I live in the bay area so thinking of doing trips in the winter to Tahoe area, any recommendations whether the FWD with snow tires would be good enough or should I opt for the AWD version for sure.

Thanks a lot for any advice and recommendationns

 

[CRVW]

1. Any 2022 AWD sold at a VW dealer would have had the recall, even used.
2. Yes, it did not apply to 2022 FWD.
3. The start/stop fix was applied at the factory for late 2022 models and will certainly be on any 2023.
4. What the heck is wrong with Cornflower Blue? It's awesome!

 

[CRVW]

Also, FWD with winter tires is pretty good (I have been running the GTI in winter with Michelin X-Ice and it's fine), but AWD is just a little bit nicer. The real difference is getting traction to get moving when it's really slippery, like ice on an uphill gradient. Snow is not too bad with FWD.

 

[akselahituv]

1. Any 2022 AWD sold at a VW dealer would have had the recall, even used.
2. Yes, it did not apply to 2022 FWD.
3. The start/stop fix was applied at the factory for late 2022 models and will certainly be on any 2023.
4. What the heck is wrong with Cornflower Blue? It's awesome!

I did like the Cornflower Blue color too, I was just weirded surprised when the guy offered it to me for almost the same price as a 2022 certified pre owned car. The MSRP on the 2023 new cornflower blue is almost 31000$, why would he be offering it to me at such a discount...

 

[Sunburst]

I did like the Cornflower Blue color too, I was just weirded surprised when the guy offered it to me for almost the same price as a 2022 certified pre owned car. The MSRP on the 2023 new cornflower blue is almost 31000$, why would he be offering it to me at such a discount...

2023 SE FWD for $26K seemed to be a great price.
I don't know about your area, but it's impossible to purchase any brand new vehicle for less than MSRP in my area.
Any Feature Delete on that vehicle?
VW issued $450 credit for our 2023 SE FWD not equipped with Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert due to chip shortage.

 

[scmills59]

2023 SE FWD for $26K seemed to be a great price.
I don't know about your area, but it's impossible to purchase any brand new vehicle for less than MSRP in my area.
Any Feature Delete on that vehicle?
VW issued $450 credit for our 2023 SE FWD not equipped with Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert due to chip shortage.

That's exactly what I was going to say you should check - remember there's no such thing as a free lunch - if they're offering you a deal there'll be a reason - software/safety omissions due to global supply chain issues are a classic corner to cut and would have been a deal breaker for me. Make sure you do your homework.

 

[Ins]

If you're in Bay Area check out Dirito Bros in Walnut Creek. They have over 20 available and they discount well too.

 

[EsVW]

As long as you like the color, I'd take that deal if they can get a new model close to the asking price for the CPO. The stopping issue was fixed a while ago. I bought my SEL in June and haven't had a single issue so far.
If there are any missing features because of supply issues at the factory, it should be listed as a credit on the window sticker. When I was shopping for mine, I saw a few SELs that didn't have cooled seats and it was mentioned on there along with a dollar amount deduction. Just make sure the '23 has all the features you're expecting if you go that route but either car will be safe.

 

[flygras39]

Recently visited a dealer for a certified pre owned 2022 Taos SE FWD that was only at 4000 miles, priced at 26000$, which sounded like a good deal. When asked the dealer told me that the auto start stop problem was affecting only the AWD versions of the vehicle and the stop sale didn't apply to FWDs. But I'm still a little hesitant after reading some of the posts, would I be getting myself into some trouble if I were to buy a 2022 SE FWD?

There's a brand new 2023 SE FWD available as well, he said he could get the price down to something similar to the certified pre owned one thats at 26000$. I think they can't seem to sell it because of the color (it's cornflower blue)... Also is the auto start stop problem fixed in the 2023 model, haven't seen any posts about that.

What do you think is a safer option and better deal?

Also I live in the bay area so thinking of doing trips in the winter to Tahoe area, any recommendations whether the FWD with snow tires would be good enough or should I opt for the AWD version for sure.

Thanks a lot for any advice and recommendationns

Recently visited a dealer for a certified pre owned 2022 Taos SE FWD that was only at 4000 miles, priced at 26000$, which sounded like a good deal. When asked the dealer told me that the auto start stop problem was affecting only the AWD versions of the vehicle and the stop sale didn't apply to FWDs. But I'm still a little hesitant after reading some of the posts, would I be getting myself into some trouble if I were to buy a 2022 SE FWD?

There's a brand new 2023 SE FWD available as well, he said he could get the price down to something similar to the certified pre owned one thats at 26000$. I think they can't seem to sell it because of the color (it's cornflower blue)... Also is the auto start stop problem fixed in the 2023 model, haven't seen any posts about that.

What do you think is a safer option and better deal?

Also I live in the bay area so thinking of doing trips in the winter to Tahoe area, any recommendations whether the FWD with snow tires would be good enough or should I opt for the AWD version for sure.

Thanks a lot for any advice and recommendationns

I own a 2022 TAOS AWD with the 7 dual clutch tranny. My dealer tells me that the option to disable the start/stop button is not available. It must be manually pressed whenever the car is started.
My next car will be a ****......

 

[EsVW]

I own a 2022 TAOS AWD with the 7 dual clutch tranny. My dealer tells me that the option to disable the start/stop button is not available. It must be manually pressed whenever the car is started.

@flygras39 This will disable the start/stop by defaut - Taos Start/Stop Solution

 

[Ins]

I own a 2022 TAOS AWD with the 7 dual clutch tranny. My dealer tells me that the option to disable the start/stop button is not available. It must be manually pressed whenever the car is started.
My next car will be a ****......

They have to say that for the liability purposes. I am pretty sure it can be turned off via VCDS. The dongle would be my second option.

 

[CRVW]

They have to say that for the liability purposes. I am pretty sure it can be turned off via VCDS. The dongle would be my second option.

The only way to do it with VCDS is to set one of the thresholds (min battery voltage for example) to an unreasonable value so that it is never available.
I think this causes the indicator in the instrument cluster to light up showing it's unavailable (but turned on).
The dongle is nice because it reverses the function of the button, so on startup it is turned off.

 

[Nimbus2000]

VW issued $450 credit for our 2023 SE FWD not equipped with Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert due to chip shortage.

Same for my 2022 SE FWD. It looks like I don't have a blind spot monitor in my brain as well b/c I found that feature removed only when I was already in the process of finalizing the purchase. I simply couldn't imagine that this could happen since I was specifically looking for a trim with a driver assistance package. It was a big surprise that advertising the Taos loaded with that package didn't mean that the package was actually installed in full.

 

[Sunburst]

Same for my 2022 SE FWD. It looks like I don't have a blind spot monitor in my brain as well b/c I found that feature removed only when I was already in the process of finalizing the purchase. I simply couldn't imagine that this could happen since I was specifically looking for a trim with a driver assistance package. It was a big surprise that advertising the Taos loaded with that package didn't mean that the package was actually installed in full.

Deletion of Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert seemed to be very common on SE.
Any feature deletion and the credit amount should be clearly indicated on the Window Sticker.

 

[EsVW]

They have to say that for the liability purposes. I am pretty sure it can be turned off via VCDS. The dongle would be my second option.

For me, using VCDS (and I believe OBDEleven) means it's never available. There are instances where I know I'll be sitting in place for a while and actually turn the start/stop back on. The cable gives us that option.

 

[unclegrandpa5144]

I have 22 awd. The start n stop works all by its self. I can turn it off but I let it do it's thing. It's strange but works.