Volkswagen Taos vs Tiguan

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Volkswagen Taos vs. Volkswagen Tiguan

VW Taos vs. VW Tiguan: Which New Volkswagen SUV Best Suits New Jersey Drivers?

Volkswagen SUVs come in many shapes and sizes. The new Volkswagen Taos and the new Volkswagen Taos can serve as errand runners, road trip vehicles, and more. Before you explore the selection of new Volkswagen SUVs for sale in Clifton, NJ, see how the VW Taos and VW Tiguan compare. Gensinger Motors, Inc. has compiled a side-by-side comparison, making it easier to identify the differences between the VW Taos and VW Tiguan.

Interior

Each VW SUV seats five passengers, as the Volkswagen Tiguan is now exclusively offered as a two-row model. From supermarket runs to weekend road trips, both Volkswagen SUVs offer plenty of cargo space. The VW Taos offers 28 to 66 cubic feet of cargo space, while the VW Tiguan can expand from 38 to 73 cubic feet. Passenger volume for the VW Taos is 100 cubic feet, while the VW Tiguan provides more than 101 cubic feet. While both Volkswagen SUVs have 40 inches of front-row legroom, the back row of the VW Tiguan offers an additional inch of legroom.

New Volkswagen Tiguan SUVs now feature a premium interior designed to elevate the in-cabin experience. Genuine American walnut wood décor and upgraded Savona leather interiors create an upscale feel within the VW Tiguan. Each SUV offers ambient interior lighting. Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control is standard for the VW Tiguan and is included on all but the base trim level for the VW Taos.

Technology

A new central infotainment system makes the Volkswagen Tiguan more advanced. While there is an 8-inch floating infotainment touchscreen within the VW Taos, the VW Tiguan features a 12.9-inch display with an exclusive Driving Experience Dial. Each Taos configuration includes VW Digital Cockpit, but the Volkswagen Tiguan provides the upgraded 10.25-inch VW Digital Cockpit Pro. Wireless charging and Wireless App-Connect® smartphone integration are offered by both Volkswagen SUVs.

Safety

The Volkswagen Tiguan has added four new airbags for a total of 10, compared to the six within the VW Taos. Each Volkswagen SUV comes with the IQ.DRIVE® suite of driver assistance features to enhance safety. Shared safety features for the Volkswagen Taos and Volkswagen Tiguan include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist, Travel Assist, Active Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Front Assist, and Emergency Assist.

Performance

Both new Volkswagen SUVs benefit from a power boost. The new Volkswagen Taos gets a 19-horsepower jump, while the Volkswagen Tiguan increases its output by 17 horsepower. New Volkswagen Tiguan SUVs work with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated for 201 horsepower, while the new Volkswagen Taos churns out 177 horsepower through a 1.5-liter turbocharged  four-cylinder engine. Both Volkswagen SUVs offer 4MOTION® all-wheel drive. For superior fuel economy, choose the new VW Taos, which earns 28/36 (city/highway) miles per gallon. Although final EPA ratings are pending, Volkswagen says the Tiguan will benefit from improved fuel economy, as previous models earned 22/29 miles per gallon.

Test Drive the Volkswagen Taos & Volkswagen Tiguan at Gensinger Motors, Inc.

Family-owned since 1950, Gensinger Motors, Inc. offers a family-friendly experience as your crew shops for new Volkswagen SUVs available to finance or lease. The new Volkswagen Tiguan and new Volkswagen Taos are both exceptional SUVs. The VW Tiguan is the best-selling Volkswagen SUV. Test drive both options from our new VW inventory to know you're riding in the perfect fit for your lifestyle.

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