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You have your bags packed and are ready to go on your next trip. Which SUV are you driving? If you have your eye on the convenience of a subcompact SUV, the VW Taos and Kia Seltos are enticing options.
To help you learn which is right for you, keep reading. The team at McDonald Volkswagen has prepared this 2022 VW Taos vs. Kia Seltos comparison for drivers near Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock.
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With more capability to drive on the path of your choosing, the engineering of the VW Taos is ready for your next vacation. Now, the question is: Just how much better is the performance of the 2022 Taos compared to the Seltos?
The 2022 VW Taos has more power than the 2022 Kia Seltos. Why does this matter? If you are driving an SUV, more power can help you reach new heights. Increased horsepower and torque provide greater ability to accelerate and climb hills.
When we peeked under the hood of the VW Taos, we found that its standard 1.5L 4-cylinder engine can reach 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.
This provides more muscle than the Kia Seltos. This SUV is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that produces 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque.
With better performance under the hood, the VW Taos is ready to hit the road with remarkable efficiency. Now, the question is: Which SUV lets you bring more with you?
Whether it is suitcases for an overnight getaway or bags for a camping trip in the wilderness, it’s easier to pack with the 2022 Volkswagen Taos. Why? The VW Taos has more cargo capacity than the 2022 Seltos:
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| CARGO CAPCITY (SEATS UP) | 27.9 cu. ft. | 26.6 cu. ft. |
| CARGO CAPCITY (SEATS FOLDED) | 65.9 cu. ft. | 62.8 cu. ft. |
When its rear seats are upright, the VW Taos sports 27.9 cubic feet of storage space. If you need more, you can fold down the second-row seats to access up to 65.9 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Inside the Seltos, you’ll find just 26.6 cubic feet of storage space. If you need more than that, you’ll only be able to fit luggage in the 62.8 cubic feet of space with the rear seats folded down.
This advantage in interior volume makes it easier to plan for adventures. What’s it like to drive the two SUVs, though?
If your family enjoys escaping for a camping trip, you’ll find that the Volkswagen Taos is better prepared to handle your vacation.
Other exterior features on the 2022 Taos include:
Both SUVs are equipped with standard 17-inch alloy wheels, but you’ll be able to roll up to your campsite with everything you need in the VW Taos.
Roof rails are not available in every trim of the Kia Seltos, but they are standard on the VW Taos. Projector-beam headlights on the Seltos are less ready to show a clear path than the LED headlights on the VW Taos.
How can you get a better understanding of how these differences add up?
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