Comparison - Volkswagen Taos SEL 2022 - vs - Kia Seltos SX 2021

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Volkswagen Taos SEL 2022

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Tharu

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

33,045

Updated:

08 Dec 2019

27,890

Updated:

11 Mar 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2022

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

7-speed dual-clutch

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

14.50gals

13.20gals

Exterior Colors:

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

Color:

Black Cherry

#383838

Snow White Pearl

#F5F9FA

Steel Gray

#BDBFC1

Gravity Gray

#35393C

Neptune Blue

#5669CE

Starbright Yellow

#D5C468

Clear White/Black Cherry Roof

#FAFAFA

Starbright Yellow/Black Cherry Roof

#DCB557

Dark Ocean Blue/Black Cherry Roof

#0E2649

Mars Orange

#9F4339

Dark Ocean Blue

#0E2649

Dark Ocean Blue/Clear White Roof

#0E2649

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

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

The 2021 Kia Seltos anchors a family of crossover SUVs with its choice of 4-cylinders and available wide-screen infotainment

Pros
Kicky looks
Big 10.3-inch touchscreen (optional)
Available all-wheel drive
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility

Cons
Base engine’s low output
Unknown which safety features come standard

By:

thecarconnection.com

New subcompact crossover slots between the Soul and the Sportage.The Kia Seltos is an all-new model for 2021.

Pros
Impressive interior materials
Lots of standard and available tech
Plenty of cargo space for a compact SUV
Brimming with personality

Cons
Rough ride on the highway
Limited space for passengers in the back seat

By:

edmunds.com

Everything. Seltos is an all-new SUV for the Kia brand and, despite being on sale in global markets for 2020, is launching in the North American market for the 2021 model year.

Pros
Spacious interior,
sweet optional 10.3-inch infotainment,
spry handling.

Cons
Firm ride,
seven-speed automatic hesitant at low speeds,
driver-assistance features not standard.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy Info:

Combined cycle - mpg 27

Fuel Economy City USA:

25.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

32.00mpg

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

1.60L

Torque:

184ft-lbs

at 1 750rpm

195ft-lbs

at 4 500rpm

Horsepower:

158hp

at 5 500rpm

175hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

37.60Feet

34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

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

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

175.80in

172.00in

Width:

72.50in

70.90in

Height:

64.60in

64.20in

Ground Clearance:

6.60in

7.30in

Front Track:

62.00in

Rear Track:

62.40in

Wheel Base:

105.60in

103.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.70

40.00

Rear Head Room:

39.80

38.40

Front Leg Room:

40.10in

41.40in

Rear leg room:

37.90in

38.00in

Front Hip Room:

53.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

56.50in

55.50in

Rear Hip Room:

52.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.20in

54.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

60.20cu.ft

62.80cu.ft

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

24.90cu.ft

26.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

17.70degrees

28.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

24.80degrees

28.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3430.00lbs

3317.00lbs

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:

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

1 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

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

Bucket Front Seats

8 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Rear Seats Features:

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

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

8-Speakers

10.25-inch Touch-screen Display

Bose Premium Brand Speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

19 X 8.0 In.

18 In.

Wheels more:

Null Tires

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

225.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R19

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

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

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Solid Rear Disc

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:

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

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Taos MDO Package

VW Care

First Aid Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

Combination Roadside Kit

Panoramic Sunroof Package

Gray Interior Package

SX Sunroof Package

Paint Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Roof Rack

Splash Guards

Wheel Locks

Side Steps

Puddle Light

Cross Bars

Lifestyle Hitch

Mudguards

Wheel Locks

Interior Options:

Luggage Net

Rubber Mats Kit

Rearview Mirror W/HomeLink® Connect

Carpeted Mats

Privacy Cover

Carpeted Seatback Up Mat

Carpet Floor Mats

Cargo Net, Floor

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

Cargo Mat

Illuminated Scuff Plate

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

French Roast/Black, leather

#645954

Gray/Black, leather

#37363B

Color:

Black SOFINO, leatherette

#323136

Gray SOFINO, leatherette

#575958

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Comparison - Volkswagen Taos SEL 2022 - vs - Kia Seltos SX 2021

General

Also called:

Tharu

Also called:

--

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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