Comparison - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019 - vs - Volkswagen Taos SEL 2022

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Toyota Highlander XLE 2019

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Tharu

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

41,030

Updated:

01 May 2019

33,045

Updated:

08 Dec 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2019

2022

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

7-speed dual-clutch

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

19.20gals

14.50gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Alumina Jade Metallic

#5D655E

Blizzard Pearl

#ECE7EA

Toasted Walnut Pearl

#6C534E

Midnight Black Metallic

#24231E

Celestial Silver Metallic

#979CA0

Ooh La La Rouge Mica

#581826

Predawn Gray Mica

#5D5B60

Shoreline Blue Pearl

#425C73

Color:

Cornflower Blue

#2F71B5

King's Red Metallic

#B4011C

Dusk Blue Metallic

#2E436B

Pure Gray

#868580

Pure White

#F8F8F8

Pyrite Silver Metallic

#9A9A95

Platinum Gray Metallic

#626262

Deep Black Pearl

#1E1E1E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2019 Toyota Highlander ranked #14 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Toyota Highlander has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 47 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable and quiet
Stylish cabin with first-rate materials
Lots of standard advanced safety features
Optional V6 engine is robust and fuel-efficient

Cons
Confining third-row seat
So-so standard four-cylinder engine

By:

usnews.com

The 2019 Toyota Highlander delivers safety, features, comfort, and efficiency in a family-friendly package.

Pros
Comfortable cabin
Strong V-6
Miserly hybrid
Luxurious ride quality

Cons
Not pretty
Weak base 4-cylinder
No Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Third row's just average

By:

thecarconnection.com

Only minor styling revisions for 2019.The 2019 Toyota Highlander comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.

PROS
Standard high-tech safety features
Strong V6 engine with good fuel economy
Quiet and pleasantly compliant ride

CONS
Third-row seat isn't as roomy as those in many competitors
Touchscreen and other controls may require an extra-long reach
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto aren't offered
Weak power delivery of the base four-cylinder engine

By:

edmunds.com

The 2022 Taos is a completely new model in VW showrooms. Leading up to its official reveal, we learned about its engine specs and size details as well as its handsome design and available features.

Pros
Huge back seat for its subcompact designation,
generous cargo storage,
really good fuel-economy figures.

Cons
Acceleration isn't as spunky as some rivals,
some chintzy cabin materials,
maladroit dual-clutch automatic.

By:

caranddriver.com

Pros
Comfortable ride
Great gas mileage
Spacious, supportive seats
Excellent cargo capacity

Cons
Some cheap cabin materials
Unrefined transmissions

By:

usnews.com

All-new two-row subcompact SUV that slots below the Tiguan.

Pros
Sharp handling and smooth driving character
Comfortable interior that's easy to get in and out of
Big cargo area for a little SUV
Impressive technology features

Cons
Transmission can be slow to frustratingly slow to downshift
Noticeable road and engine noise at highway speeds

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

20.00mpg

25.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

26.00mpg

32.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

1.50L

Torque:

263ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

184ft-lbs

at 1 750rpm

Horsepower:

295hp

at 6 600rpm

158hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

37.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

192.50in

175.80in

Width:

75.80in

72.50in

Height:

68.10in

64.60in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

6.60in

Front Track:

64.40in

Rear Track:

64.20in

Wheel Base:

109.80in

105.60in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.50

40.70

Rear Head Room:

39.60

39.80

Front Leg Room:

44.20in

40.10in

Rear leg room:

38.40in

37.90in

Front Hip Room:

57.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.30in

56.50in

Rear Hip Room:

57.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

59.60in

55.20in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

83.20cu.ft

60.20cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

13.80cu.ft

24.90cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.00degrees

17.70degrees

Angle of Departure:

23.10degrees

24.80degrees

Curb Weight:

4464.00lbs

3430.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Bucket front seats

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

4-Way Power Passenger Seat

8-Way Power Driver Seat

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

8 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Folding Center Armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

USB connection

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

6 Total Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Speed-Sensitive Volume Control

1 Subwoofer(S)

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

400 Watts Stereo Output

8 Total Speakers

Beats Audio Premium Brand Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Satellite Radio Satellite Radio

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

AM/FM Stereo

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Glass Breakage Sensor

Pre-Collision Safety System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear height adjustable headrests

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Turn Signal Mirrors

LED Headlamp

Adaptive Headlights

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Cornering Lights

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Options

Packages:

Protection Package #3

Preferred Accessory Package

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Protection Package #1

Four Season Floor Liner/Mat Package

Taos MDO Package

VW Care

First Aid Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

Combination Roadside Kit

Panoramic Sunroof Package

Exterior Options:

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Rear Bumper Applique

Paint Protection Film

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Door Edge Guards

Mudguards

Special Color

Towing Receiver Hitch W/Wire Harness Package

Alloy Wheel Locks

Rear Bumper Protector

Roof Rack

Splash Guards

Wheel Locks

Side Steps

Interior Options:

Carpet Mat Package

Cargo Net- Envelope

Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package

Universal Tablet Holder

Wireless Headphones

Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System

Cargo Cover

2nd Row Bench Seat

Luggage Net

Rubber Mats Kit

Rearview Mirror W/HomeLink® Connect

Carpeted Mats

Privacy Cover

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ash, leather

#494949

Black, leather

#0F0F0F

Almond, leather

#C1AF8F

Color:

French Roast/Black, leather

#645954

Gray/Black, leather

#37363B

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Comparison - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019 - vs - Volkswagen Taos SEL 2022

General

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Tharu

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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