2025 Kia Niro vs. 2024 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Niro

2025 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,990 to $35,390
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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 53 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 45 - 54 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 139 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 174.0 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro than in the Volkswagen Taos. The Kia Niro offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Taos, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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

Dimensions
The Kia Niro is about the same width as the Volkswagen Taos. When looking at overall length, the Kia Niro takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Taos.

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

Performance
The Kia Niro has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
The Kia Niro has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Taos, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Niro and the Volkswagen Taos. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Niro as you will in the Volkswagen Taos.