2025 Chevrolet
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 24 - 26 MPG | 25 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 - 29 MPG | 33 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.5 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 174 hp |
| Exterior Length | 183.2 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.9 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.9 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.2 in |
Front 39.5 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Chevrolet Equinox offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen Taos.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Chevrolet Equinox and the Volkswagen Taos.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Equinox as you will with the Volkswagen Taos, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Equinox is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Taos.
Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Equinox is much wider than the Volkswagen Taos, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Chevrolet Equinox, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Taos.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Equinox and the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Equinox does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Equinox and the Volkswagen Taos.
The Chevrolet Equinox has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Taos.