Volkswagen Taos (2023) vs. Subaru WRX (2016) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2023 Volkswagen Taos and 2016 Subaru WRX specs.
2023 Volkswagen Taos and 2016 Subaru WRX Specifications
| Model Year |
2023 |
2016 |
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| Model |
Volkswagen Taos |
Subaru WRX |
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| Engine |
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| Transmission |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
| Wheelbase |
105.9 in |
104.3 in |
1.6 in |
| Length |
175.8 in |
180.9 in |
-5.1 in |
| Width |
72.5 in |
70.7 in |
1.8 in |
| Height |
64.4 in |
58.1 in |
6.3 in |
| Curb Weight |
3181 lb. |
3267 lb. |
-86 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity |
13.2 gal. |
15.9 gal. |
-2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 |
40.7 in |
39.8 in |
0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
56.5 in |
55.6 in |
0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 |
0.0 in |
52.2 in |
-52.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 |
40.1 in |
43.3 in |
-3.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 |
39.8 in |
37.1 in |
2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
55.2 in |
54.2 in |
1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 |
0.0 in |
53.1 in |
-53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 |
37.9 in |
35.4 in |
2.5 in |
| Total Legroom |
78 in (over 2 rows) |
78.7 in (over 2 rows) |
-0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum |
27.9 ft3 |
12.0 ft3 |
15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum |
65.9 ft3 |
12.0 ft3 |
53.9 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Taos
| 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 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2015 |
The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark.
If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX.
see full Subaru WRX review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2016 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4
6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs.
see full Subaru WRX review |
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