2025 GMC
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 14 - 15 MPG | 25 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 18 - 20 MPG | 33 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 122.8 ft3 | 60.2 - 65.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 355 - 420 hp | 174 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 8,000 - 8,400 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 210.1 in | 175.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.0 in | 72.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 in |
Front 39.5 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Yukon than in the Volkswagen Taos.
The GMC Yukon will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Taos.
Convenience
The Volkswagen Taos requires fewer stops at the gas station than the GMC Yukon, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The GMC Yukon will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Taos, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the GMC Yukon is much wider than the Volkswagen Taos, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the GMC Yukon, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Taos.
Handling
The GMC Yukon has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Yukon greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Taos.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Yukon does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Taos.
Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the GMC Yukon more than the Volkswagen Taos, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.
With the GMC Yukon, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Taos.