2025 Nissan ARIYA vs. 2025 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan ARIYA

2025 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,770 to $54,370
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos

2025 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $25,495 to $35,195
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MPG - City Info not available 25 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 33 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.7 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 174-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 214 - 389 hp 174 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 182.9 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 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 Nissan ARIYA, 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 Nissan ARIYA and the Volkswagen Taos.

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 Nissan ARIYA will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan ARIYA 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 Nissan ARIYA, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Taos.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan ARIYA greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
The Nissan ARIYA has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Taos, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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