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2023 Volkswagen Taos and 2009 Kia Spectra Specifications
| Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Taos | Kia Spectra | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@1750 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,611 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,465 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1,735 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,443 kg | 1,320 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 55 L | -5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,331 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,087 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,369 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 899 mm | 64 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 790 L | 518 L | 272 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,866 L | 1,495 L | 0 L |
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 2009 Kia Spectra
| 2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
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