2023 FIAT 500X vs. 2024 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2023 FIAT 500X

2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Taos

2024 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $23,995 to $33,515
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MPG - City 24 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 39.8 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 158 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 167.2 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Taos than in the FIAT 500X, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the FIAT 500X and the Volkswagen Taos.

Convenience
With the Volkswagen Taos, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the FIAT 500X, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 FIAT 500X is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Taos.

Dimensions
Since the FIAT 500X is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Taos, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the FIAT 500X, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Taos.

Handling
The FIAT 500X has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The FIAT 500X has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the FIAT 500X transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Taos.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the FIAT 500X and the Volkswagen Taos. The FIAT 500X has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Taos.