2024 Ford Escape vs. 2024 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Escape

2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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2024 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $23,995 to $33,515
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 158 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Volkswagen Taos. The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Taos, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Taos.

Handling
The Ford Escape has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Ford Escape has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape and the Volkswagen Taos. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Ford Escape as you will in the Volkswagen Taos.