2025 Mazda CX-30 vs. 2024 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Taos

2024 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $23,995 to $33,515
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MPG - City 22 - 26 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 45.2 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 227 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 173.0 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 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 Mazda CX-30, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Volkswagen Taos offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-30, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Taos requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-30, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Mazda CX-30 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Taos.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-30 is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Taos, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Mazda CX-30 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Taos.

Handling
The Mazda CX-30 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mazda CX-30 has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Mazda CX-30 and the Volkswagen Taos are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-30 and the Volkswagen Taos. The Mazda CX-30 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Taos.