2022 VW Taos vs. 2021 Ford Escape | Merrillville, IN
If you’re looking for a compact SUV, whether for the convenient size or all-purpose versatility, then you’re probably considering the all-new 2022 Volkswagen Taos and the Ford Escape. To help you gauge the relative strengths of these vehicles, Team Volkswagen has put together this comparison of the 2022 VW Taos vs. the Ford Escape. For this purpose we are examining the 2022 VW Taos SE, with an MSRP starting at $27,245, and the 2021 Ford Escape SE, with an MSRP starting at $27,035.
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2022 VW Taos vs. 2021 Escape Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
The 2022 VW Taos and 2021 Ford Escape both come with a single standard engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Ford has the edge in horsepower and torque while the VW has a slight advantage in fuel economy. Both vehicles come standard with front-wheel drive (FWD) and are available with all-wheel drive (AWD) for better traction and improved off-road performance.
2022 VW Taos SE
- Standard Engine: 1.5L TSI turbo four-cylinder
- Horsepower: 158 HP
- Torque: 184 lb.-ft.
- Fuel economy (city/hwy): 28/36 MPG
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
2021 Ford Escape SE
- Standard Engine: 1.5L EcoBoost® three-cylinder
- Horsepower: 181 HP
- Torque: 190 lb.-ft.
- Fuel economy (city/hwy): 28/34 MPG
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
2022 VW Taos vs. 2021 Escape Exterior Design
The 2022 VW Taos and 2021 Ford Escape both feature sleek, modern styling that will draw the eye of fellow drivers on the road. Both feature LED headlights and a manual liftgate for cargo access. The VW Taos SE also includes these standard features:
- 18-in. alloy wheels
- LED daytime running lights
- Power-operated heated side mirrors
- Silver roof rails
- Heated windshield washer nozzles
2022 VW Taos vs. 2021 Escape Interior Design & Technology
The VW Taos and Ford Escape both have seating for five and offer an available moonroof. The Taos also has a variety of interior amenities that are not standard on the Ford including:
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Heated front seats
- Eight-way power driver’s seat with power-adjustable lumbar support
- Leather seating surfaces
- Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
The Taos and Escape are each fitted with a range of modern technologies including push button start, USB charging ports, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability, smartphone connectivity, and a digital driver’s information display. Both vehicles have a touchscreen infotainment system, which incorporates an 8-inch display on the Taos and a 4.2-inch display on the Escape. The VW Taos comes with these additional features:
- Remote start
- Bluetooth® capability
- BeatsAudio® sound system
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
2022 VW Taos vs. 2021 Escape Size & Cargo Space
Both the VW Taos and Ford Escape are compact SUVs designed for a high degree of flexibility and adaptability, whether on city streets or off-roading. Both vehicles have seats for five. The Escape has more cargo volume behind its second-row seats but the Taos has slightly more cargo volume with the rear seats folded down.
2022 VW Taos SE
- Max. Cargo Volume: 27.9 cu.-ft.
- Max. cargo volume with rear seats folded down: 65.9 cu.-ft.
- Total passenger volume: 99.5 cu.-ft.
- Front seat head room: 40.7 in.
- Rear seat head room: 38.8 in.
2021 Ford Escape SE
- Max. Cargo Volume: 33.5 cu.-ft.
- Max. cargo volume with rear seats folded down: 65.4 cu.-ft.
- Total passenger volume: 104 cu.-ft.
- Front seat head room: 40 in.
- Rear seat head room: 39.3 in.
2022 VW Taos vs. 2021 Escape Safety Options & Features
The VW Taos SE and Ford Escape SE both have advanced safety features including blind spot monitoring with rear traffic alert, front assist with pedestrian monitoring, park assist, adaptive cruise control, rear view cameras, and electronic stability control.
The Taos also boasts some additional driver assistance and safety amenities for extra peace of mind on the road. These include dynamic road sign display and an intelligent crash response system.
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