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Volkswagen Taos (2023) vs. Lexus IS (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2023 Volkswagen Taos and 2014 Lexus IS specs.

2023 Volkswagen Taos and 2014 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2023 2014  
Model Volkswagen Taos Lexus IS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.9 in 110.2 in -4.3 in
Length 175.8 in 183.7 in -7.9 in
Width 72.5 in 71.3 in 1.2 in
Height 64.4 in 56.3 in 8.1 in
Curb Weight 3181 lb. 3461 lb. -280 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 17.4 gal. -4.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 38.2 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.5 in 55.9 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.3 in -54.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.1 in 44.8 in -4.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 36.9 in 2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.2 in 53.4 in 1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.0 in -54 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.9 in 32.2 in 5.7 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) 1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.9 ft3 10.8 ft3 17.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 65.9 ft3 10.8 ft3 55.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos

2023 Volkswagen Taos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Lexus IS

2014 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 Following the Germans' lead, many car makers have been fitting firmer and firmer seats. Cadillac might have once been known for seats you could sink deep into, but those in the ATS are the opposite, with too little give and contours that are far from form-fitting. No fear, Lexus hasn't done the same with the IS. Even the more heavily bolstered seats that are part of the F Sport package lack hard points, which helps them provide a slop-free fit for a wide range of body types. (Oddly, you'll find seats similar to these in some Chrysler people haulers.) Personally, I wouldn't mind a little firmer support, but then I also prefer a firm mattress. Notably, the lumbar support in the Lexus IS is only two-way and the spread of the side bolsters is not adjustable. For four-way lumbar support and adjustable side bolsters (plus somewhat firmer support) you need to step up to the larger Lexus GS. see full Lexus IS review
 

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