Compare 2022 Volkswagen Taos specifications by trim levels
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Taos is a 5-seat SUV from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 2022.
With the price tag ranging from $22,995 to $33,045, the Volkswagen Taos faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Encore, Honda Element, Kia Soul.
The Volkswagen Taos has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Volkswagen Taos boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 32 to 36 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 72.50mm x 175.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2022 Volkswagen Taos
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Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal
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Wheelbase: 105.9 in
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MPG: 28 city/36 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.6 sec
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Ground clearance: 6.4 in
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Engine: 1.5L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 3175 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 175.8 x 72.5 x 64.4
2022 Volkswagen Taos Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Taos is offered in 6 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Taos safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Volkswagen Taos specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style SUV
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 1.5L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 158 hp @ 1933
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Torque 184 lb-ft. @ 1,750
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Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 8-spd w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.6 - 8.1 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.9 - 16 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 175.8 in
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Width 72.5 in
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Height 64.4 in
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Wheelbase 105.9 in
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Curb Weight 3175 lbs
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GVWR 4343 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 6.4 in
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Turning radius 18.8 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 27.9 ft
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Cargo capacity 65.9 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 13.2 - 14.5 gal
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City 25 - 28 mpg
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Combined 29 - 32 mpg
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Highway 32 - 36 mpg
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Highway range 464 - 475.2 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 48/50,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Exterior length | |||
175.8 in | 175.8 in | 175.8 in | 175.8 in |
Exterior body width | |||
72.5 in | 72.5 in | 72.5 in | 72.5 in |
Exterior height | |||
64.4 in | 64.6 in | 64.4 in | 64.6 in |
Horsepower | |||
158 hp | 158 hp | 158 hp | 158 hp |
Torque | |||
184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |||
3175 lbs | 3430 lbs | 3175 lbs | 3430 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
4343 lbs | 4608 lbs | 4343 lbs | 4608 lbs |
Wheelbase | |||
105.9 in | 105.6 in | 105.9 in | 105.6 in |
Turning radius | |||
18.8 '' | 18.8 '' | 18.8 '' | 18.8 '' |
Ground clearance | |||
6.4 in | 6.6 in | 6.4 in | 6.6 in |
Front legroom | |||
40.1 in | 40.1 in | 40.1 in | 40.1 in |
Rear legroom | |||
37.9 in | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 37.9 in |
Front headroom | |||
41 in | 41 in | 41 in | 41 in |
Rear headroom | |||
40 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Fuel tank | |||
13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Payload | |||
937 lbs. | 937 lbs. | 937 lbs. | 937 lbs. |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Exterior length | |
175.8 in | 175.8 in |
Exterior body width | |
72.5 in | 72.5 in |
Exterior height | |
64.4 in | 64.6 in |
Horsepower | |
158 hp | 158 hp |
Torque | |
184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |
3175 lbs | 3430 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |
4343 lbs | 4608 lbs |
Wheelbase | |
105.9 in | 105.6 in |
Turning radius | |
18.8 '' | 18.8 '' |
Ground clearance | |
6.4 in | 6.6 in |
Front legroom | |
40.1 in | 40.1 in |
Rear legroom | |
37.9 in | 37.9 in |
Front headroom | |
41 in | 41 in |
Rear headroom | |
40 in | 40 in |
Front shoulder room | |
57 in | 57 in |
Rear shoulder room | |
55 in | 55 in |
Fuel tank | |
13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Payload | |
937 lbs. | 937 lbs. |
Interior Features 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Air conditioning, front | |||
manual | manual | manual | manual |
Clock | |||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |||
mini | mini | mini | mini |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
Remote trunk release | |||
power | power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
urethane | urethane | leatherette | leatherette |
Auxiliary visors | |||
dual | dual | dual | dual |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Air conditioning, front | |
dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic |
Clock | |
in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |
leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | |
2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |
mini | mini |
Floor console | |
full | full |
Floor mats | |
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |
power | power |
Rear windows | |
power | power |
1-touch window up | |
front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |
digital/analog | digital/analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |
auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Remote trunk release | |
power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |
2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |
leatherette | leatherette |
Auxiliary visors | |
dual | dual |
Exterior Features 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Antenna | |||
window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount |
Body material | |||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | |||
deep | deep | deep | deep |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |||
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | lip |
Wheels | |||
17 silver aluminum | 17 silver aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Rear window wipers | |||
fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Antenna | |
window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount |
Body material | |
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |
black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
Door count | |
4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |
liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | |
deep | deep |
Rear window type | |
fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |
dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler | |
lip | lip |
Wheels | |
18 black aluminum | 19 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |
compact steel | compact steel |
Rear window wipers | |
fixed interval | fixed interval |
Seats 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – | – |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench |
Rear head restraints | |||
3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
cloth | cloth | CloudTex cloth/leatherette | CloudTex cloth/leatherette |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Front seat type | |
bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |
5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |
8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |
6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | |
center | center |
Front head restraints | |
adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats | |
60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench |
Rear head restraints | |
3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |
Vienna leather | Vienna leather |
Cooled front seats | |
driver and passenger | – |
Entertainment System 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Radio | |||
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM with 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM with 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
Speakers | |||
6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
1st row LCD screen | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Radio | |
SiriusXM with 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM with 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
Speakers | |
9 BeatsAudio | 9 BeatsAudio |
Navigation system | |
VW Car-Net Guide & Inform with voice activation | VW Car-Net Guide & Inform with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen | |
2 | 2 |
Safety and Security Features 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Headlights | |||
LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam |
Exterior light control | |||
auto on/off | auto on/off | auto on/off | auto on/off |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Lane departure warning | |||
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) | Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) | Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) | Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) | VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) | VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) | VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Airbags, frontal | |
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |
Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection |
Traction control | |
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Headlights | |
LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam |
Exterior light control | |
auto on/off | auto on/off |
Remote keyless entry | |
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Lane departure warning | |
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) | Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |
VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) | VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) |
Mechanical Features 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Engine | |||
1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
Recommended fuel | |||
regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | all-wheel | front-wheel | all-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Speed sensitive steering | |||
Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
torsion beam | multi-link | torsion beam | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |||
Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
Transmission | |||
8-spd w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD | 8-spd w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.23 | 5.20 | 3.23 | 5.20 |
Turbocharger | |||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Engine | |
1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
Recommended fuel | |
regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Brakes | |
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |
front-wheel | all-wheel |
Exhaust | |
stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |
rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Speed sensitive steering | |
Servotronic | Servotronic |
Suspension tuning | |
regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |
strut | strut |
Front shocks | |
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |
coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |
torsion beam | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |
coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |
Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
Transmission | |
8-spd w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
Axle ratio | |
3.23 | 5.20 |
Turbocharger | |
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
Other Specs 
1.5T S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
1.5T SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SE 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Luggage capacity | |||
27.9 cu.ft. | 27.9 cu.ft. | 27.9 cu.ft. | 27.9 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
65.9 cu.ft. | 65.9 cu.ft. | 65.9 cu.ft. | 65.9 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |||
1.5 liters | 1.5 liters | 1.5 liters | 1.5 liters |
Base engine type | |||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
5,500 | 5,500 | 5,500 | 5,500 |
Torque rpm | |||
1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 |
EPA mileage estimates | |||
28 City / 36 Hwy | 25 City / 32 Hwy | 28 City / 36 Hwy | 25 City / 32 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
84/100,000 | 84/100,000 | 84/100,000 | 84/100,000 |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |||
24/20,000 | 24/20,000 | 24/20,000 | 24/20,000 |
Tires | |||
P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P215/50HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/50HR18.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
1.5T SEL 4dr Front-Wheel Drive |
1.5T SEL 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MOTION |
Luggage capacity | |
27.9 cu.ft. | 27.9 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |
65.9 cu.ft. | 65.9 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |
1.5 liters | 1.5 liters |
Base engine type | |
I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |
5,500 | 5,500 |
Torque rpm | |
1,750 | 1,750 |
EPA mileage estimates | |
28 City / 36 Hwy | 25 City / 32 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |
front | front |
Lighting - dome light | |
fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |
front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |
DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |
84/100,000 | 84/100,000 |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |
24/20,000 | 24/20,000 |
Tires | |
P215/50HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/45HR19.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |
variable intermittent | variable intermittent |