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Compare 2023 GMC Terrain vs Volkswagen Taos

2023 GMC Terrain
2023 GMC Terrain
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$33,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.1
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2023 Volkswagen Taos
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$24,155
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

2023 GMC Terrain
2022-2024 GMC Terrain Rear Angle View
2022-2024 GMC Terrain Dashboard
30
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2022-2023 Volkswagen Taos Driver Area
89
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
175 hp @ 5800 rpm
158 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
203 @ 2000 - 4000
184 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,490 lbs
3,181 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
31 MPG
City
24 MPG
28 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
36 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 Tons/yr
5.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.9 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
357.6 miles
369.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
432.1 miles
475.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.3 in
175.8 in
Height
65.4 in
64.4 in
Max Width
72.4 in
72.5 in
Front Width
62.3 in
61.9 in
Rear Width
62.5 in
60.5 in
Wheelbase
107.3 in
105.9 in
Ground Clearance
7.9 in
6.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.9 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.2 in
56.5 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.4 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.7 in
37.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
55.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.8 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
63.3 ft³
65.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
29.6 ft³
27.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
27.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Electric Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.4 ft
37.6 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.0"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.0"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
4-Link
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60R18
P215/55HR17
Rear Tire
P225/60R18
P215/55HR17
Spare Tire
T135/70R16
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Dusk Blue Metallic
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Pyrite Silver Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Perforated leather-appointed seat trim
  • Medium Ash Gray/Jet Black, Perforated leather-appointed seat trim
  • Gray/Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Navigation from Telematics
Optional
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2023 Warranty
N/A
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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