2024 Land Rover
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 19 - 22 MPG | 24 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 26 MPG | 32 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 70.1 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 247 - 394 hp | 158 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,291 - 5,511 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 188.9 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 80.3 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 37.2 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.0 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Taos than in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Volkswagen Taos will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Convenience
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Taos, 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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is much wider than the Volkswagen Taos, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Taos.
Handling
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Volkswagen Taos.
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Taos.