2026 Chevrolet
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 20 MPG | 25 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 - 26 MPG | 33 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 97.6 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 328 hp | 174 hp |
| Exterior Length | 204.5 - 204.7 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 79.6 - 80.0 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.6 in
Rear 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Traverse than in the Volkswagen Taos.
The Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Taos.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Traverse greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Traverse does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
The Chevrolet Traverse offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Taos, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Taos.