2025 Mazda CX-5 vs. 2025 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda
CX-5

MSRP*: $28,770 to $40,800
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos

2025 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $24,995 to $34,695
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MPG - City 22 - 26 MPG 25 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 30 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 58.1 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 174-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 - 227 hp 174 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.1 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 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
The Mazda CX-5 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 Mazda CX-5 and the Volkswagen Taos.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-5 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 Mazda CX-5 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Taos.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-5 is about the same width as the Volkswagen Taos. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mazda CX-5, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Taos.

Handling
The Mazda CX-5 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mazda CX-5 has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Mazda CX-5 and the Volkswagen Taos are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-5 and the Volkswagen Taos. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Mazda CX-5 as you will in the Volkswagen Taos.