Model Year | 2022 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Taos | Scion xB | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@1750 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 102.4 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 175.8 in | 167.3 in | 8.5 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 69.3 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 62.6 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3175 lb. | 3086 lb. | 89 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.7 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 54.7 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.7 in | -46.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.0 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 21.7 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.9 ft3 | 69.9 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
2022 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 2022 Volkswagen Taos.
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room for the driver and passenger. Easy to slide and adjust both seats. see full Scion xB review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room, comfortable, great access to controls, good visibility all round. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. Great for kids. see full Scion xB review |
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
1) Center console is too wide - not enough room for me to stretch out. 2) Seat can be raised and lowered (good) but at its lowest position it feels like the cushion leans down making me feel like my body slips forward. 3) Arm rest on door too high. see full Scion xB review |