2026 Jeep
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 17 - 20 MPG | 25 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 23 MPG | 33 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 - 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Manual | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 270 - 470 hp | 174 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 166.8 - 188.4 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.9 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 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 Jeep Wrangler, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Jeep Wrangler 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
The Volkswagen Taos requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Wrangler, 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). The Jeep Wrangler will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Jeep Wrangler is a little wider than the Volkswagen Taos, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
If you go with the Jeep Wrangler, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Taos.
Handling
The Jeep Wrangler has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Wrangler does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
The Jeep Wrangler has less seating than the Volkswagen Taos, making the Volkswagen Taos the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Jeep Wrangler has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Taos.