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.
Pros Comfortable ride Great gas mileage Spacious, supportive seats Excellent cargo capacity
Cons Some cheap cabin materials Unrefined transmissions
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
The 2020 GLB-Class is the smallest Mercedes that can be equipped with three rows of seats.
Pros Chunky styling Lots of tech Right-sized
Cons Third row looks tight Too many Mercedes SUVs? Bound to be expensive
Slotting into the narrow space between the GLA-Class and the GLC-Class is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class compact crossover, but this mini-ute pulls its boxier styling from the vaunted GLE- and G-Class SUVs. We saw the concept in April at the Shanghai auto show and Mercedes-Benz unveiled the production model, in all its mini-ute glory, at an event in June; we expect the GLB to be on sale by the end of 2019.
Mercedes-Benz launches new-generation cars every other week, but whole new nameplates are rarer things. Enter the family-focused GLB small SUV...
Pros Back seat and boot space Comfortable suspension Cool design inside and out
Cons Transmission calibration issues Base engine is nothing special Is there scope for a diesel?
