Model Year | 2023 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Taos | Ford Explorer | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 113.7 in | -7.8 in |
Length | 175.8 in | 193.4 in | -17.6 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 73.7 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 72.8 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3181 lb. | 4440 lb. | -1259 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 59.0 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.4 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.9 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 36.9 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.9 | 43.9 ft3 | -16 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
2023 Volkswagen Taos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2022 | Volkswagen's "bigger for Americans" strategy continues with the Taos. Even though the new crossover is the smallest VW offers in North America, its rear passengers enjoy a seat set comfortably high off the floor and plenty of room for their heads, shoulders, and legs. On their spec sheets the Kia Seltos and Chevrolet TrailBlazer offer more combined legroom, but I observed more space in the VW. The top two trim levels include rear air vents. Why, then, would someone spend a few thousand more for the Tiguan? Perhaps they occasionally need a third-row seat but don't want a crossover the size of the Atlas. The Tiguan's second-row seat isn't quite as roomy as the Taos's, but unlike the latter it can slide and recline. see full Volkswagen Taos review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos.
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |