Are you a city dweller who loves exploring downtown restaurants and eclectic shops? Are you a suburbanite with a cozy home and a love for the outdoors? Do you find yourself somewhere in between? The team at Andy Mohr Volkswagen has two models in mind to match your passion for both landscapes: the Volkswagen Taos and the Subaru Crosstrek!
These versatile SUVs are perfect for drivers in Avon, Indianapolis, and Plainfield, IN, who love to get out there and explore. Discover which model you’re taking home by reading the comparison below. Let’s go!
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You have many fun adventures on your bucket list, like visiting art museums and camping under the stars with your best friends. These adventures will bring you into the city and take you off the grid, which means you need a vehicle that can roll with the punches. Will the VW Taos or the Crosstrek keep up with you better?
Both SUVs will keep pace with your active lifestyle. However, the VW Taos has a bit of magic up its sleeve. Let’s take a closer look at their powertrain capacities to find out what charm the Volkswagen possesses:
- VW Taos: 1.5L engine produces 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque
- Subaru Crosstrek: 2.0L engine generates 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque
The Volkswagen’s torque value does all the talking here. With more torque, you’ll experience fewer gear changes, which allows the VW Taos to take off with a push of the accelerator. Hello, quick-footed acceleration! Plus, more torque enables more efficient and energy-saving driving, delivering the best of both worlds.
Speaking of efficiency, you’ll want a vehicle that keeps you away from the gas pump, especially with your packed itinerary! Which SUV offers better fuel efficiency?
- The VW Taos achieves an EPA-estimated 28 city/36 highway MPG rating*
- The Subaru Crosstrek achieves an EPA-estimated 27 city/34 highway MPG rating
The results are close; however, the VW Taos will shine on those highway-heavy ventures.
Adventure sure draws a crowd, so it’s crucial that your vehicle can seat your crew! The VW Taos and the Subaru Crosstrek can each seat up to five passengers, so they’ve got you covered there. What about cargo? Is one SUV more spacious than the other?
The VW Taos and the Crosstrek ensure your interior comfort. Both models are outfitted with supple cloth upholstery that you can sink into. The Volkswagen’s standard seating also comes with CloudTex fabric, an imitation leather that feels pillowy on your skin.
Creature comforts are available to enhance your drive, including power-adjustable driver’s seats and heated front seats. Only the Volkswagen grants you a standard heated steering wheel, helping you enjoy even more cold-weather driving! A similar feature is unavailable on the Subaru.
If you’re going camping for a week, you’ll need sleeping bags, coolers, tent equipment, firewood, and so on. The VW Taos and the Crosstrek have you covered; however, you can squeeze more into the Volkswagen.
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| 65.9 cubic feet | Cargo Capacity Behind First Row | 54.7 cubic feet |
| 27.9 cubic feet | Cargo Capacity Behind Second Row | 19.9 cubic feet |
Both models have 60/40-split folding rear seats, so you can customize your cargo space as you wish! Only the VW Taos offers a pass-through function, which lets you fold down the panel of the rear middle seat for long, thin cargo. Think kayak oars or a small-rolled rug that doesn’t fit in the trunk!
After a long day of adventuring, you’ll be eager to get back home and unwind. Whether you live in an apartment in the city, a townhome in the ‘burbs, or a renovated farmhouse, the VW Taos and the Subaru Crosstrek will help you get there unscathed.
The Volkswagen and the Subaru are equipped with standard safety suites that monitor your driving, other drivers, and the roads to help prevent accidents and keep you on course. They even have a few driving aids in common, including:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring
- Lane Assist
If you have to venture home after dark, you can confidently navigate pitch-black streets thanks to High Beam Control in either SUV. This feature automatically toggles your high beams when no oncoming traffic is detected so you can see clearly ahead. If traffic is detected, this feature will turn them back off just as quickly.
The VW Taos also has a Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert feature. These systems work in tandem to keep an eye on your blind spots, like the flanks and the rear side of your SUV. Next time you try to back out of a parking spot in a busy lot, this feature will alert you to any oncoming traffic. The same goes when you’re switching highway lanes!
A similar feature is available on the Subaru Crosstrek.
Whether you’re a city dweller or a suburbanite, the VW Taos and the Subaru Crosstrek will help you do what you love and check off your bucket-list adventures. After reading our comparison, do you know which SUV you’ll choose?
We believe the balanced performance, spacious cargo area, and additional driving aids make the Volkswagen the perfect model for you. If you agree, visit Andy Mohr Volkswagen near Avon, Indianapolis, and Plainfield, IN, for a test drive today!
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Shop Volkswagen Taos Value Your Trade Apply for Financing Schedule a Test Drive*28 city/36 highway MPG (2024 VW Taos 1.5L, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.