Buick Encore vs Volkswagen Taos
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2023 | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$24,600 | MSRP$24,155 |
Listings416 | Listings4128 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryOffering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City24 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3195 lbs | Curb Weight3175 lbs |
Height65.2 in | Height64.4 in |
Length168.4 in | Length175.8 in |
Width70.1 in | Width72.5 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload937 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2023 | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $24,600 | $24,155 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
| |
Summary | Offering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3195 lbs | 3175 lbs |
Height | 65.2 in | 64.4 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 175.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.5 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | 937 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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