2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2025 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

2025 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $32,600 to $40,905
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Taos

2025 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $25,495 to $35,195
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MPG - City 38 - 41 MPG 25 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 35 - 38 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.8 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 219-hp, 2.5-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 All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 219 hp 174 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.9 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 73.0 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 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
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Taos, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Volkswagen Taos.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Taos.

Dimensions
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is about the same width as the Volkswagen Taos. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Taos.

Handling
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Taos.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Volkswagen Taos. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Taos.