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2023 Volkswagen Taos and 2007 Kia Rondo Specifications
| Model Year | 2023 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Taos | Kia Rondo | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@1750 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 106.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Length | 175.8 in | 179.0 in | -3.2 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 71.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 67.7 in | -3.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3181 lb. | 3333 lb. | -152 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 41.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -32.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 21.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.9 | 31.7 ft3 | -3.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.9 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos
| 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Rondo
| 2007 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
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