Compare VW Taos to Similar Models in Grand Rapids, MI

Learn About the Volkswagen Taos When Comparing It to Other Compact SUVs in Grand Rapids

Volkswagen recently announced that the all-new Volkswagen Taos will soon join the brand's lineup. This compact SUV fills a gap among Volkswagen SUVs by providing a modern style for a small SUV that is now the most affordable of the bunch. The Volkswagen Taos joins a compact SUV class that is starting to fill up, which means researching the compact SUV that is right for you. Well, below, we take the Volkswagen Taos details that we know already to compare this compact SUV with competitors from Ford, Kia, and Buick!

What Vehicle Class is the Volkswagen Taos Part Of?

The compact SUV class has grown in popularity and options, and it's clear why when looking at models like the new Volkswagen Taos near Wyoming, MI. Drivers love the added utility of these SUVs when compared to sedans and other cars, but you get more efficient engines and more affordable pricing than some of the other new SUVs for sale. The Volkswagen Taos stands out in this class thanks to the qualities that make this class unique, such as value and versatility!

Compare the Volkswagen Taos, Kia Seltos, Ford EcoSport, and Buick Encore

We've mentioned that the compact SUV class has more options than ever before, so the Volkswagen Taos has its work cut out for it. This new Volkswagen SUV for sale near Kentwood will compete with options such as the Kia Seltos, Ford EcoSport, and Buick Encore, but the combination of Volkswagen engineering and a well thought-out design help the Taos stand apart. Below, we highlight the differences between the Volkswagen Taos and those models to show why drivers will get more from their ownership experience with the all-new Taos.

Volkswagen Taos vs. Ford EcoSport

  • The Volkswagen Taos is a bit larger than the Ford EcoSport, but it doesn't feel bulkier in the city. That added size also means that the Volkswagen Taos has more cubic feet of passenger space, and that shows with the Taos having more rear-row legroom than this Ford SUV.
  • Need an SUV for carrying cargo? The Volkswagen Taos has a max cargo capacity of 65.9 cubic feet, which easily outclasses the Ford EcoSport and its 50 cubic feet of max cargo space. Plus, the Volkswagen Taos comes standard with roof rails, which the EcoSport does not.
  • Every Volkswagen Taos for sale near Holland will come with the same engine, which achieves 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The base engine of the Ford EcoSport only has 123 horsepower and 125 pound-feet of torque.
  • Even with the more powerful engine and larger design, the Volkswagen Taos has a higher EPA-estimated highway efficiency rating, up to 36 mpg highway, than the Ford EcoSport, up to 29 mpg highway.
  • As a new model, the Volkswagen Taos comes with many features, such as wireless connection of your smartphone to the infotainment system and a road sign reading system, that aren't available in the Ford EcoSport.

    • Volkswagen Taos vs. Kia Seltos

    • These compact SUVs have similar exterior dimensions, but the Volkswagen Taos makes cargo transport easier with more cargo room than the Kia Seltos and standard roof rails that the Kia SUV doesn't offer.
    • The 158-horsepower engine under the hood of every new Taos is more exciting than the 146-horsepower engine that comes standard in the new Kia Seltos. The Volkswagen SUV also has an 8-speed automatic transmission that provides a better driving feel than the Intelligent Variable Transmission standard in the Seltos.
    • The Volkswagen Taos comes with a new infotainment system for the brand. This system has upgrades ranging from multi-phone pairing to wireless connection to the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functions, which are not part of the Kia Seltos's infotainment system.
  • Both of these new compact SUVs come with advanced safety technologies, but the Volkswagen Taos offers Grand Rapids drivers IQ.DRIVE®, which includes semi-automated driving capabilities. The Kia Seltos has no such semi-autonomous driving system.

    • Volkswagen Taos vs. Buick Encore

    • The Volkswagen Taos even compares with luxury SUVs. Even with the more affordable starting price, the Volkswagen Taos comes standard with leatherette seats and offers features, like a heated steering wheel, that the Buick Encore does not.
    • Both of these SUVs have an engine that stays the same throughout the lineup, but the Volkswagen Taos provides more horsepower and torque than the lone engine of the Buick Encore.
    • You need all-wheel drive to handle trips with confidence, and this drivetrain is an option on every Volkswagen Taos trim level. Only the priciest Buick Encore trim level offers all-wheel drive.
  • The Volkswagen Taos and Buick Encore have similar exterior dimensions, but the Volkswagen SUV makes more of its cabin space with nearly 7 cubic feet more of passenger space and a max cargo capacity that has a nearly 20-cubic foot advantage over the Buick Encore.

    • Learn More Details of the Volkswagen Taos in Grand Rapids

    So, when the Volkswagen Taos arrives near Allendale, it will have some stiff competition. These other models may have been around longer, but the Volkswagen Taos offers a fresh feel in the compact SUV class. If you have more questions about this SUV or how the Volkswagen Taos compares to other models, even the Volkswagen Tiguan, we'd love to answer them for you. Give us a call today to learn more or to set up a Volkswagen Taos pre-order if you're sure that it's the one for you!

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