Not every trip to Los Angeles calls for a full-size SUV. If you want something nimble enough for West Hollywood side streets, efficient enough to keep fuel costs low, and spacious enough to fit a week’s worth of luggage the Volkswagen Taos hits that mark cleanly.
At 24Seven Rent A Car, we offer Volkswagen Taos rentals from our Inglewood location at 9020 Aviation Blvd, less than two miles from LAX terminals. You avoid the airport concession fees that inflate on-site rental rates, skip the long counter queues, and get behind the wheel faster with our complimentary shuttle connecting you directly from your arrival terminal to our lot.
If you’re looking for a practical, comfortable compact SUV rental near LAX without overpaying, this is the page you’ve been looking for.
What Is the Volkswagen Taos and Why Should You Rent It?
The Volkswagen Taos is VW’s compact crossover SUV, slotting between the smaller Volkswagen Tiguan and a standard sedan. It launched in the US in 2022 and quickly found an audience among travelers and daily drivers who want genuine German engineering without the luxury-car price tag or the parking headaches of a larger SUV.
What makes it particularly well-suited to Los Angeles travel is its size. At just over 175 inches long, it’s noticeably more maneuverable than a Jeep Grand Cherokee or Ford Explorer in traffic, tighter parking structures, and narrow Westside streets without sacrificing meaningful cargo room or passenger comfort.
It’s the kind of rental car you stop noticing after the first ten minutes, which is exactly what you want. It just works.
Vehicle Specs at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
| Seating capacity | 5 passengers |
| Cargo space | 27.9 cu ft / 65.9 cu ft (seats folded) |
| Engine | 1.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder, 158 hp |
| Drivetrain | FWD standard / AWD available |
| Fuel economy | 28 city / 36 highway mpg |
| Technology | 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Safety | Blind-spot monitoring, rear traffic alert, lane assist |
| Best for | Solo travelers, couples, small families, budget-conscious renters |
The Taos delivers 36 mpg on the highway one of the better figures in the compact SUV class. If you’re planning longer drives out of the LA area, that fuel efficiency adds up quickly at California gas prices.
Why Pick Up in Inglewood Instead of Renting at LAX?
This is the question worth answering clearly, because a lot of travelers don’t know about airport concession fees until they see their final bill.
When you rent a car from a counter inside LAX terminals, the rental company passes on a concession fee typically 10 to 13 percent of your total that they pay to the airport for operating on airport property. On a week-long rental, that can easily add $50 to $80 to your final cost for exactly the same vehicle you’d pick up elsewhere.
Our Inglewood lot at 9020 Aviation Blvd sits just outside that fee zone. It’s a 10-minute shuttle ride from your arrival terminal, and the shuttle is completely free. The moment you land, text us your terminal number and we’ll dispatch pickup. Most renters are in their vehicle and on the road within 20 minutes of leaving baggage claim.
We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you’re arriving on a 6 AM connection from Chicago or a midnight red-eye from New York, your reservation holds and your Taos is ready.
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Pricing & Rental Options
The Volkswagen Taos sits in our compact SUV category, making it one of our more affordable SUV options. Rates vary by season, availability, and rental duration:
- Daily rental: ideal for short stays, airport transfers, or day trips
- Weekend package (Fri–Mon): best rate structure for 3-day trips
- Weekly rental: the best per-day value great for longer LA stays or California road trips
- Extended rental: available for stays beyond two weeks, including monthly options for relocations or insurance replacement situations
All rentals include unlimited mileage within California. The free LAX shuttle is included with every booking. Debit cards are accepted. International renters are welcome with a valid foreign driver’s license and passport.
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Who Rents the Volkswagen Taos at 24Seven?
The Taos attracts a specific kind of renter practical, value-conscious, and clear on what they need from a vehicle. Here’s who tends to book it most:
- Solo travelers and couples flying into LAX for a week of LA exploration. They don’t need seven seats or a truck-sized cargo hold, but they do want an elevated seating position, a comfortable ride, and enough space for two suitcases without playing luggage Tetris.
- Budget-aware families with one or two children. The Taos fits a family of four without the rental price of a mid-size SUV. The rear seating area has enough legroom for adults, and the trunk handles a stroller and two carry-ons comfortably.
- International visitors from the UK, Australia, and Europe who are comfortable with automatic transmission and want a compact European-style SUV at American rental rates. The Taos’s VW DNA feels familiar to drivers who grew up with Golf or Polo, just in a taller package.
- Business travelers doing multiple-day client visits across the LA basin. The Taos is professional-looking without being flashy, easy to park at any office complex, and economical enough that you’re not thinking about fuel stops between meetings.
If you need more cargo room or passenger capacity, our team can recommend an upgrade to the Jeep Grand Cherokee or another SUV in our fleet but for most single-destination LA trips, the Taos is more than enough.
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Driving the Volkswagen Taos in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a city that rewards drivers who know their vehicle well, and the Taos is forgiving enough to be that vehicle on day one. A few things that stand out in LA specifically:
- On the freeway, the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine has more than enough power for merging on the 405 or 10. It doesn’t feel strained keeping pace with California freeway traffic, and the highway fuel economy means fewer stops on longer interstate stretches.
- In city traffic, the Taos’s compact footprint pays dividends. Parallel parking on Melrose Ave, navigating the narrow lanes of the Hollywood Hills, pulling into a Silver Lake coffee shop with a tiny lot all of it is easier in the Taos than in a larger SUV. The backup camera and blind-spot monitoring give you the extra confidence you’d want in an unfamiliar city.
- On coastal roads, the Taos rides smoothly without the floaty feel some budget SUVs have. Pacific Coast Highway from Santa Monica to Malibu is a genuinely enjoyable drive in this vehicle composed through the curves, quiet at cruising speed, and just pleasant to sit in for an hour.
Best Places to Visit from Inglewood in a VW Taos
The Taos is especially well-matched to the kinds of day trips that make up a great LA visit. Here are some worth planning around:
- Santa Monica and Venice Beach 20 minutes west. The beach parking lots along Ocean Ave can be tight on weekends, and the Taos’s compact dimensions help. Park once and walk between both beaches easily.
- Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Hills 30 minutes north. The winding road up to Griffith can feel daunting in a large vehicle. The Taos handles it comfortably, and the views of the LA basin from the top are worth every switchback.
- The Getty Center 25 minutes north via the 405. Free parking, free museum entry, and one of the best city views in Los Angeles. The Taos will fit in any of the Getty’s standard parking spaces without the oversized-vehicle anxiety.
- Huntington Beach and Long Beach 30 to 40 minutes south. If you’re spending a full day at the beach with beach chairs, a cooler, and gear, the Taos’s 27.9 cubic feet of cargo space handles it easily. Fold the rear seats and you’ve got nearly 66 cubic feet.
- Malibu via PCH 45 minutes northwest. El Matador Beach, Point Dume, and Paradise Cove are all strung along Pacific Coast Highway. The Taos makes this drive relaxed and economical you’ll use less than a quarter tank on the round trip.
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How to Book Your Volkswagen Taos Rental
Booking through 24Seven is straightforward:
- Click Reserve Now and enter your pickup and return dates
- Select the Volkswagen Taos or compact SUV category
- Add your flight details for shuttle coordination
- Pay with a credit card to confirm your reservation
You’ll receive a confirmation email immediately with our Inglewood address, shuttle instructions, and a direct contact number to text when you land. No counter upsell, no surprise charges, no waiting in a queue behind fifty other travelers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen Taos a good car to rent in Los Angeles?
Yes. Its compact size makes it easy to handle in city traffic, parking structures, and on coastal roads. The elevated seating position and modern safety features give you visibility and confidence in an unfamiliar city. It’s one of the most practical compact SUV choices available near LAX.
How far is your Inglewood lot from LAX?
Our lot at 9020 Aviation Blvd is approximately 1.5 miles from LAX terminals a 10-minute complimentary shuttle ride. Text us your terminal number when you land and we’ll coordinate your pickup.
Does the Volkswagen Taos fit large suitcases?
Yes. With 27.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, it fits two full-size checked bags comfortably. With the rear seats folded, cargo space expands to 65.9 cubic feet enough for a surfboard bag, camping gear, or significant luggage for a group of two.
Can I rent the Volkswagen Taos with a debit card?
No. We accept only all major credit cards. A hold may be placed at pickup contact us before your reservation date if you have questions about the credit card process.
Is the Taos fuel efficient for California road trips?
Very. At 36 mpg on the highway, it’s one of the more fuel-efficient non-hybrid SUVs you can rent. A round trip from LAX to San Diego uses roughly 2.5 gallons. Even a Las Vegas run is around half a tank each way.
Do international travelers need a special license to rent near LAX?
Most valid foreign driver’s licenses are accepted, along with a passport and a payment card. If you’re unsure whether your country’s license qualifies, contact us before booking and we’ll confirm.
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Reserve Your Volkswagen Taos in Inglewood Today
24Seven Rent A Car is an independent, locally owned rental agency with locations in Inglewood and West Hollywood. We’re open around the clock, don’t charge airport concession fees, and make the pickup process as quick as possible so you can get on the road and into Los Angeles.
The Volkswagen Taos is ready when you are.