If you're shopping for a spacious and well-equipped SUV with assertive styling and engaging driving dynamics, the Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are among the most intriguing options in their respective segments. Both models offer excellent cargo versatility and plenty of room for passengers, plus a wide range of experience-enhancing amenities and technologies. At first glance, these models look nearly alike. They feature the same design language and even similar nameplates. But which one is best suited to your needs and preferences? To help point you in the right direction, here's a quick overview of some of their distinguishing attributes.
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
- Seating: 5
- L-W-H in.: 195.5 - 78.4 - 67.8
- Cargo Space (cu.ft.) 40.3 / 77.8:
- Headroom 1st/2nd (in.): 39.4 / 37.8
- Legroom 1st/2nd (in.): 41.6 / 40.4
While some similarly proportioned midsize crossovers choose to squeeze in a cramped third-row, the Atlas Cross Sport does without, instead favoring roomier second-row accommodations, more standard cargo space, and a more accessible price tag. It's a great choice for small families, frequent road trippers, or anyone seeking more versatility for their daily drives.
The Atlas Cross Sport is available in eight trim levels and two engine options with either front-wheel- or available all-wheel-drive. Standard power comes from a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder (235 horsepower, 258 pound-feet of torque). But if you're looking for more motivation for the morning commute, all but the S and SE trims can opt for a robust 3.6L V6 (276 hp, 266 lb-ft).
The VW Cross Sport's base trim level comes with LED headlights, roof rails, 18-inch alloy wheels, a 6.5" touchscreen (upgradable to 8"), and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. Standard driver aids include collision mitigation, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Volkswagen Atlas
- Seating: 6-7
- L-W-H in.: 198.3 - 78.3 - 77.0
- Cargo Space (cu.ft.): 20.6 / 55.5 / 96.8
- Headroom 1st/2nd/3rd (in.): 41.3 / 40.4 / 38.3
- Legroom 1st/2nd/3rd (in.): 41.5 / 37.6 / 33.7
If you need additional space and seatbelts for your larger Waldorf family, then be sure to check out the Volkswagen Atlas. A little larger than its Cross Sport sibling, Atlas provides seating for up to seven passengers, with ample room in the third row, even for adults. And if you can do without the middle seat, a six-seat configuration further opens the space with second-row captain's chairs.
The Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are similarly equipped at the base level, with slight changes to feature availability moving up the trim levels. However, the V6 engine is available for all trim levels.
Test-drive new Volkswagen SUVs near Arlington and Alexandria, VA
Reach out to Ourisman Volkswagen Waldorf today to learn more about the VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport and their available configurations and special financing offers. And if you'd like to get behind the wheel to see for yourself which model best fits your family's needs, we invite you to schedule an in-person or at-home test drive via Ourisman to Go online shopping process. We'll be happy to give you a tour.
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