2022 VW Taos vs. Hyundai Tucson | Merrillville, IN

For anyone looking at a compact crossover SUV, two of the popular options you’re likely considering are the 2022 Volkswagen Taos and the Hyundai Tucson. Both offer a range of options and modern features, with the VW Taos starting at an MSRP of $22,995 versus a starting MSRP for the Hyundai Tucson of $25,350. To help you decide which vehicle is a better fit for you, the experts at Team Volkswagen in Merrillville, IN, have put together this comparison of the 2022 VW Taos vs. 2022 Hyundai Tucson.

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2022 VW Taos vs. Hyundai Tucson Exterior Design

The 2022 VW Taos and 2022 Hyundai Tucson both feature eye-catching contemporary styling. They also offer a range of features depending on trim level, with three trims available on the Taos and four on the Tucson. Features available on both models include LED headlights, tail lights, and daytime running lights, heated side mirrors, roof rails, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and remote start. The Tucson also features a power liftgate, while the Taos is available with these exclusive features:

• Adaptive front lighting system
• Low-speed corner-illuminating headlights
• Coming/leaving home lighting
• Heated windshield wipers nozzles

2022 VW Taos vs. Hyundai Tucson Interior Design & Technology

Discover a host of modern technology and in-cabin comfort features on the 2022 VW Taos and Hyundai Tucson. Features available on both models include:

• Power tilt/sliding panoramic sunroof
• Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power-adjustable lumbar support
• Cloth or leather seating surfaces
• Heated front seats
• Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ functionality
• Bluetooth® technology with audio streaming capability
• Wireless smartphone charging

Available on the 2022 VW Taos you’ll find a BeatsAudio® system, while the Hyundai Tucson has a Bose® audio system. The Taos has an 8-inch Discover Media touchscreen navigation display with voice control, versus the 8- or 10.25-inch screen on the Tucson; and the Taos features SiriusXM® 360L capability, while the Tucson has SiriusXM Satellite Radio. The VW Taos also offers available CloudTex seating and Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro.

2022 VW Taos vs. Hyundai Tucson Engine Specs & Fuel Economy

Both the 2022 VW Taos and the Hyundai Tucson come with a standard four-cylinder engine and either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), with the Taos featuring the advanced 4MOTION® AWD system. The Tucson also offers optional hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants. The Taos can boast of higher torque and gas mileage, while the gas-powered Tucson has higher horsepower. Engine specs for the FWD version of both models can be found here.

Model	2022 VW Taos	2022 Hyundai Tucson
Standard Engine	1.5L four-cylinder	2.5L four-cylinder
Power	158 HP	187 HP
Torque	184 lb.-ft.	178 lb.-ft.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy)	28 / 36 MPG	26 / 33 MPG

2022 VW Taos vs. Hyundai Tucson Size & Cargo Space

The VW Taos is a smaller vehicle than the Hyundai Tucson, and while its smaller size makes it easier to maneuver into tight parking spaces it also gives it slightly less cargo space. However interior space in the Taos is still spacious and it surpasses the Tucson in head room.

Model	2022 VW Taos	2022 Hyundai Tucson
Overall Length	175.8 in.	182.3 in.
Curb Weight	3,175 lbs.	3,329 lbs.
Cargo Volume (Behind Second Row / First Row)	27.9 cu.-ft. / 65.9 cu.-ft.	38.7 cu.-ft. / 80.3 cu.-ft.
Leg Room (Front/Rear)	40.1 in. / 41.4 in.	37.9 in. / 41.3 in.
Head Room (Front/Rear)	40.7 in. / 40.1 in.	39.8 in. / 39.5 in.

2022 VW Taos vs. Hyundai Tucson Safety Options & Features

Whether you’re in the 2022 VW Taos or the Hyundai Tucson, you can hit the road in confidence, knowing that you have the latest in high-tech safety and driver assistance features at your disposal. The Taos features a dynamic road sign display as part of the VW Digital Cockpit, while the Tucson boasts a drowsy driver detection system. Both vehicles offer these available feature:

• Forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking
• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert
• Pedestrian monitoring
• Park distance control
• Travel assist
• Lane assist
• Emergency assist