Highlight: Volkswagen offers its customers the best bumper-to-bumper warranty in the industry. And unlike some other brands, the warranty is transferable, when it is retailed as a used vehicle.
Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $35,915 (Base model: $32,565)
Seating Capacity: 7
Standard Safety Features: air bags; a rearview camera; a
post collision automatic braking system; blind spot monitor; a rear traffic
alert system; an electric parking brake; rain sensing windshield wipers; front
assist and a tire pressure monitoring system
Standard Equipment S: 18-inch wheels roof rails; front wheel drive
cloth seats; manually front seats; a manually operated seat control system;
fold flat second and third row bench seats; a dual zone automatic climate
control system; a manually operated liftgate; VW Car Net App; manual adjustable
headlights; and a 6.5-inch infotainment screen
Standard Equipment SE: leather-like seats; a 10-way power
driver’s seat; second row center armrest with integrated cup holders; keyless
access doors; a tri-zone automatic climate control system; an 8-inch touchscreen
infotainment system; and a wireless charging system
Optional Features On Test Vehicle: None
Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 6-speaker AM/FM
Bluetooth Connectivity: Yes
USB Connectivity: Yes
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 6 years or 72,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 6 years or 72,000 miles
Standard Engine/Horsepower: 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder turbo/235-hp
Recommended Fuel: Regular
Standard Fuel Mileage: 18-city/25-hwy
Towing: 2,000 lbs
What’s New: VW’s flagship crossover joined the line up in 2018. For the 2021 model year, the front and rear has been restyled. Also the vehicle has enhanced with a host of interior upgrades.
Why:
Available with two powertrains, a 4-cylinder and a 6-cylinder engine
Available in a variety of trims
Seven passenger seating
Easy access to the second and third row seating
Second row seats slide forward, which creates additional room for third row occupants
Front wheel drive and an all-wheel drive availability
Optional bucket seats available in second row seating area
An upgraded 12-speaker audio system
Independent suspension system and other components improves the ride and handling of the Atlas
Easy to use touchscreen infotainment system
A smartphone can be used via VW’s Car-Net system to unlock and lock the doors, check the service health of the vehicle, etc.
A stop-and-go gas saving feature (unlike other vehicles, the feature can be deactivated)
A host of semi-autonomous driving features are available on Atlas depending on the trim
An optional navigation system
But:
An automatic headlight system is not available on the base S model
The Atlas can achieve up to 370 miles on a full tank of gas with the 6-cylinder. VW should enhance the mpg, making it comparable to the competitors
When the third row headrests are in use, the driver’s view is limited
Verdict: Since the arrival of the Atlas in 2018, its been a hit for the brand. Volkswagen has made great strides in reinventing itself, since the diesel debacle. This Passat-based three-row crossover has been a worthy competitor in this established segment. It’s roomy. It’s a great road vehicle. It’s available with a choice of powertrains. And more importantly, the Atlas is a true seven seater vehicle, unlike many of its segment competitors.
Competition: Chevy Traverse; Dodge Durango; Ford Explorer; Honda Pilot Hyundai Santa Palisade; Kia Sorento; Kia Telluride; Mazda CX-9; Subaru Ascent; and Toyota Highlander
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