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2022 Ford
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2023 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 23 MPG | 25 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 29 MPG | 32 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 50.0 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 166 hp | 158 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 161.3 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 69.5 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.7 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.5 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Taos than in the Ford EcoSport, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Ford EcoSport will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Taos.
Convenience
The Volkswagen Taos requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford EcoSport, making it more convenient to drive.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford EcoSport will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Taos.
Dimensions
Since the Ford EcoSport 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 Ford EcoSport, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Taos.
Handling
The Ford EcoSport has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Ford EcoSport has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford EcoSport doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford EcoSport and the Volkswagen Taos.
The Ford EcoSport has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Taos.