2025 Volkswagen Taos vs Nissan Kicks

You can’t do much better than the quality German-engineering every Volkswagen is built upon. That includes the capable and impressive 2025 Volkswagen Taos compact SUV. With four-wheel drive, impressive interior space, and great handling, it’s a great SUV for the modern driver who wants something practical for the commute, but robust enough for adventure. How does it compare with other compact SUVs on the market, such as the Nissan Kicks? Read on with the experts here at Fifth Avenue Volkswagen as we compare the two.

Engine Power

The 2025 Volkswagen Taos is equipped with a potent engine, generating an impressive 174 horsepower. This gives you the kind of capability you expect from a more adventurous SUV, while still being practical for the driver who spends most of their time on urban roads. The Nissan Kicks, by comparison, offers a fairly moderate engine with only 141 horsepower. While both offer all-wheel drive (4MOTION All-Wheel Drive on the Taos) for good handling, only one has the kind of power you want in your SUV.

Roomier Insides

Both the 2025 Volkswagen Taos and the Nissan Kicks are both compact SUVs, but the Kicks feels like it. It offers notably less interior passenger space, especially in the back seat. The Taos, on the other hand, feels more comfortable and roomy, with 3” of additional rear leg room, and over an inch of additional rear head room. The Kicks has a slightly larger cargo space in the back, but when you fold down the rear seats, the Taos offers a full 200 more litres of maximum cargo volume.

Get the 2025 Taos at Fifth Avenue Volkswagen

The cutting-edge 2025 Volkswagen Taos is the perfect blend of a modern urban SUV and a rugged adventure vehicle. Come visit our showroom today to see one up close, or book one out for a test drive! When it’s time to buy your next Volkswagen, Fifth Avenue Volkswagen should be your first choice in Calgary, AB!