2024 Lexus UX 250h vs. 2025 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus UX 250h

2024 Lexus
UX 250h

MSRP*: $35,540 to $44,370
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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 41 - 43 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 38 - 41 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 181-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 174-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 181 hp 174 hp
Exterior Length 177.0 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.1 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 35.0 - 37.3 in
Rear 36.3 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 Lexus UX 250h, 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 Lexus UX 250h.

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 Lexus UX 250h will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Lexus UX 250h is about the same width as the Volkswagen Taos. When looking at overall length, the Lexus UX 250h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Taos.

Handling
The Lexus UX 250h has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Lexus UX 250h has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus UX 250h and the Volkswagen Taos.