2025 Subaru
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 19 - 20 MPG | 25 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 26 MPG | 33 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 174 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 196.8 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 76.0 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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
The Subaru Ascent offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Taos, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Subaru Ascent will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Taos.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Subaru Ascent 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 Subaru Ascent will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Ascent 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 Subaru Ascent, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Taos.
Handling
The Subaru Ascent has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Taos, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru Ascent greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Subaru Ascent does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Taos, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Subaru Ascent has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Taos.