2025 Volkswagen Taos vs. 2025 Tiguan

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2025 Volkswagen Taos S

vs.

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan S
5

Seating Capacity

5
Available

4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive

Available
177

Max Horsepower

201
99.5 cubic feet

Max Passenger Volume

103.8 cubic feet
65.9 cubic feet

Max Cargo Volume

58.9 cubic feet

If you’re shopping around Temecula for a Volkswagen SUV, read our Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Taos comparison. Both the Tiguan and Taos are popular options in the VW lineup, delivering sporty performance, strong fuel economy numbers, roomy cabins, and spacious cargo bays. That said, they have a few differences. Compare the Volkswagen Taos vs. Volkswagen Tiguan specs and dimensions with Volkswagen of Murrieta. Then, contact us to schedule a test drive of both models at our Murrieta Volkswagen dealership. 

2025 Volkswagen Taos vs. 2025 Tiguan Dimensions

Compare the Volkswagen Tiguan vs. the Taos by size, and you’ll find that the more budget-friendly Taos is a compact SUV, while the Tiguan is a midsize SUV. If you’re looking for an SUV that’s easy to maneuver in dense traffic on your Fallbrook commute, the Taos is perfect. If your priority is hauling a large family around town, the Tiguan is an exceptional option. Review key dimensions for each SUV below: 

2025 Volkswagen Taos S Dimensions: 

  • Seating Capacity: 5
  • Legroom (front/rear): 40.1 inches / 37.9 inches
  • Hip Room (front/rear): 53.9 inches / 45.4 inches 
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 56.5 inches / 55.2 inches
  • Headroom w/ sunroof (front/rear): 39.5 inches / 38.8 inches
  • Headroom w/o sunroof (front/rear): 40.7 inches / 39.8 inches 
  • Cargo Volume (2nd row up/down): 27.9 cubic feet/65.9 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume (with/without sunroof): 96.7 cubic feet / 99.5 cubic feet

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan S Dimensions: 

  • Seating Capacity: 5
  • Legroom (front/rear): 40.2 inches / 40.2 inches 
  • Hip Room (front/rear): 54.4 inches / 53.3 inches
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 57.0 inches / 55.7 inches
  • Headroom w/ sunroof (front/rear): 38.2 inches / 38.4 inches 
  • Headroom w/o sunroof (front/rear): 39.5 inches / 39.7 inches 
  • Cargo Volume (2nd row up/down): 26.5 cubic feet / 58.9 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume (with/without sunroof): 100.4 cubic feet / 103.8 cubic feet

2025 Volkswagen Taos vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Specs

How do the Volkswagen Taos and Tiguan compare in terms of performance? Where the Taos is more efficient, the Tiguan is sportier. That said, the Taos has more than enough power for your Lake Elsinore joyrides, and the Volkswagen Tiguan gets impressive fuel economy numbers. Compare Volkswagen Taos vs. Volkswagen Tiguan specs below: 

2025 Volkswagen Taos S Engine Option: 

  • 1.5L TSI® 16-valve DOHC turbo 4-cylinder engine 
  • 177 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque 
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Optional with 4MOTION® 1.5T TSI with 8-speed automatic transmission 
  • 28 mpg city/36 mpg highway* 

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan S Engine Option:

  • 2.0L 16-valve turbo engine
  • 201 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque
  • 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® mode for manual shifting 
  • Optional with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive 
  • 26 mpg city/34 mpg highway*

Explore the VW Tiguan & Taos Near Lake Elsinore 

Now that you’ve read our comparison of the Volkswagen Tiguan vs. the Taos, experience the differences between these two SUVs for yourself with a test drive at Volkswagen of Murrieta. Head over to our dealership in Murrieta during our business hours to take both the Tiguan and Taos for a spin. If you have questions beforehand, call us at 833-465-0176. While you’re here, check out our online guides or save yourself some paperwork at the negotiating table by filling out a finance pre-approval online

Disclaimer:

*EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

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*1.9% APR, no down payment required, available on new, unused 2026 Tiguan models financed by Wells Fargo through participating dealers. Example: For 1.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1,000 you finance for 60 months is $17.48. Not all customers will qualify for credit approval or advertised APR. Subject to credit approval by Wells Fargo. Offer ends August 31, 2026. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. **Volkswagen of America, Inc. will apply a $2,500 Customer Bonus when you lease or purchase a new, unused 2026 Tiguan (excludes SEL trims) through participating dealers from July 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026. Bonus cannot be combined with discounted Volkswagen Financial Services Special Lease or Wells Fargo Special APR Programs, or on Fleet or Dealership Sale Program vehicles. Bonus applied toward lease or purchase and is not redeemable for cash. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc.***$279/mo. 36 months. $4,999 due at signing. Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. For well-qualified customers.Limited inventory available. Closed end lease financing available through August 31, 2026 for a new, unused 2026 Tiguan SE FWD, on approved credit to well-qualified customers by Volkswagen Financial Services through participating dealers in HI; CA; AZ and NV. Monthly lease payment based on MSRP of $33,605 and destination charges, less a suggested dealer contribution and application of a $700 Customer Bonus resulting in a capitalized cost of $30,132.39. Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. Amount due at signing includes first month's payment, customer down payment of $3,521, and acquisition fee of $699. Monthly payments total $10,044. Your payment will vary based on dealer contribution and the final negotiated price. At lease end, lessee responsible for disposition fee of $395, $0.20/mile over 30,000 miles and excessive wear and use. Customer Bonus applied towards lease contract when using discounted Volkswagen Financial Services Special Lease program only and is not redeemable for cash. A $395 fee applies if you purchase your lease vehicle. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. Example Vin: 3VVFR7RM3TM103267 Offer ends 8/31/2026

*3.9% APR, no down payment required, available on new, unused 2026 Taos models financed by Wells Fargo through participating dealers. Example: For 3.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1,000 you finance for 60 months is $18.37. Not all customers will qualify for credit approval or advertised APR. Subject to credit approval by Wells Fargo. Offer ends August 31, 2026. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. **Volkswagen of America, Inc. will apply a $1,500 Customer Bonus when you lease or purchase a new, unused 2026 Taos through participating dealers from July 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026. Bonus cannot be combined with discounted Volkswagen Financial Services Special Lease or Wells Fargo Special APR Programs, or on Fleet or Dealership Sale Program vehicles. Bonus applied toward lease or purchase and is not redeemable for cash. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc.***$279/mo for 36 months. $3,999 due at signing. Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. For well-qualified customers.Limited inventory available. Closed end lease financing available through August 31, 2026 for a new, unused 2026 Taos S FWD, on approved credit to well-qualified customers by Volkswagen Financial Services through participating dealers. Monthly lease payment based on MSRP of $26,500 and destination charges, less a suggested dealer contribution resulting in a capitalized cost of $24,036.63. Excludes tax, title, license, options, and dealer fees. Amount due at signing includes first month’s payment, customer down payment of $3,021, and acquisition fee of $699. Monthly payments total $10,044. Your payment will vary based on final negotiated price. At lease end, lessee responsible for disposition fee of $395, $0.20/mile over 30,000 miles and excessive wear and use. A $395 fee applies if you purchase your lease vehicle. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. Example Vin: 3VV5C7B26TM068147 Offer ends 8/31/2026

*3.49% APR, no down payment required, available on new, unused 2026 Jetta models (excludes GLI) financed by Wells Fargo through participating dealers. Example: For 3.49% APR, monthly payment for every $1,000 you finance for 60 months is $18.19. Not all customers will qualify for credit approval or advertised APR. Subject to credit approval by Wells Fargo. Offer ends August 31, 2026. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. **Volkswagen of America, Inc. will apply a $1,500 Customer Bonus when you lease or purchase a new, unused 2026 Jetta (excludes GLI) through participating dealers from July 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026. Bonus cannot be combined with discounted Volkswagen Financial Services Special Lease or Wells Fargo Special APR Programs, or on Fleet or Dealership Sale Program vehicles. Bonus applied toward lease or purchase and is not redeemable for cash. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. ***$239/mo. 36 months.$3,499 due at signing. Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. No security deposit. For well-qualified customers. Closed end lease financing available through August 31, 2026 for a new, unused 2026 Jetta Sport FWD, on approved credit to well-qualified customers by Volkswagen Financial Services through participating dealers in MA; CT; NH; RI; VT; MN; ND; MI; OH; DE; PA; NY; NJ; ID; WA; UT; HI; CA; AZ; NV; OR and CO. Monthly lease payment based on MSRP of $25,305 and destination charges, less a suggested dealer contribution and application of a $700 Customer Bonus resulting in a capitalized cost of $22,739.85. Excludes tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. Amount due at signing includes first month's payment, customer down payment of $2,561, and acquisition fee of $699. Monthly payments total $8,604. Your payment will vary based on dealer contribution and the final negotiated price. At lease end, lessee responsible for disposition fee of $395, $0.20/mile over 30,000 miles and excessive wear and use. Customer Bonus applied towards lease contract when using discounted Volkswagen Financial Services Special Lease program only and is not redeemable for cash. A $395 fee applies if you purchase your lease vehicle. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer for details or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW. ©2026 Volkswagen of America, Inc. Example Vin:3VWBW7BUXTM048877 Offer ends 8/31/2026

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Available on select new 2026 Volkswagen models. 0.9% APR financing available on approved credit through Wells Fargo on select 2026 Atlas models only. Customer bonus of up to $6,000 applies to new 2026 ID.4 models. Offers cannot be combined with other incentives unless specifically stated. Not all customers will qualify. See dealer for complete details. Offer ends 8/31/2026

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