2024 Volkswagen Taos vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Taos

2024 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $23,995 to $33,515
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2024 Volvo
XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $71,900 to $80,100
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MPG - City 24 - 28 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 64.1 ft3
Engine
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 175.8 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 72.5 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Taos than in the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid. The Volkswagen Taos offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). Clearly, the Volkswagen Taos is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Volkswagen Taos is much slimmer than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Volkswagen Taos, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Volkswagen Taos has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Volkswagen Taos has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Volkswagen Taos does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
The Volkswagen Taos has less seating than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Volkswagen Taos as you will in the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.