Hyundai Kona vs Volkswagen Taos
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen Taos
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai KonaSE | Volkswagen TaosS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai KonaSE | Volkswagen TaosS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,350 (best) | $26,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai KonaSE | Volkswagen TaosS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.4 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai KonaSE | Volkswagen TaosS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 174 hp (best) |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai KonaSE | Volkswagen TaosS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.7 cu ft | 65.9 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 937 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,201 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in (best) | 6.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 105.9 in (best) |
| Length | 171.3 in | 175.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 72.5 in (best) |
| Height | 62.2 in | 64.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai KonaSE | Volkswagen TaosS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Hyundai Kona | Volkswagen Taos |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $25,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $26,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $26,850 MSRP | S $28,200 MSRP |
| 3 | SEL Sport $26,675 MSRP | SE $29,260 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL Sport $26,675 MSRP | SE $30,960 MSRP |
| 5 | SEL Sport $28,175 MSRP | SE Black $31,510 MSRP |
| 6 | SEL Sport $28,175 MSRP | SE Black $33,210 MSRP |
| 7 | SEL Premium $28,275 MSRP | SEL $35,900 MSRP |
| 8 | SEL Premium $28,550 MSRP | — |
| 9 | SEL Premium $29,775 MSRP | — |
| 10 | SEL Premium $30,050 MSRP | — |
| 11 | Limited $32,535 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Limited $32,650 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Limited $34,035 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Limited $34,150 MSRP | — |