Model Year | 2023 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Taos | Chrysler Pacifica | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@1750 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 116.3 in | -10.4 in |
Length | 175.8 in | 198.5 in | -22.7 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 79.3 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 66.5 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3181 lb. | 4388 lb. | -1207 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 60.8 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 60.5 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.9 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.9 in | -41.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.9 in | -29.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.9 | 43.6 ft3 | -15.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.9 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -13.6 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.
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |