Model Year | 2022 | 2018 | |
Model | Volkswagen Taos | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@1750 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 176 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 104.7 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 175.8 in | 183.5 in | -7.7 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 72.6 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 65.9 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3430 lb. | 3570 lb. | -140 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 | 57.3 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.6 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.4 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.9 in | -48.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.2 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.9 ft3 | 73.4 ft3 | -7.5 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.
2018 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Toyota RAV4.