2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review, Pricing, and Specs

We’d spec the SE mannequin and tack on the optionally available Technology package deal, which incorporates automated local weather management, faux-leather upholstery, passive entry, heated entrance seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen. Based on our most up-to-date instrumented testing we wouldn’t go for the V-6 over the usual turbocharged four-cylinder as a result of the 2 ship nearly equivalent efficiency. But we might select the all-wheel-drive system as a result of it improves the flexibility to go in snow. Shoppers who plan on pulling something with the Atlas Cross Sport will need to get the extra torquey V-6 together with the Towing package deal, nevertheless.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

A 235-hp turbocharged four-cylinder is normal and a 276-hp 3.6-liter V-6 is accessible as an possibility; each engines are provided with both front- or all-wheel drive. With the V-6 and front-wheel drive, the Atlas Cross Sport hit 60 mph in 7.5-seconds in our testing. That’s barely faster than a equally geared up three-row Atlas we examined however 0.1-second slower than the all-wheel drive mannequin with the turbo 4. During our check drive, we discovered the Cross Sport lacks the sporty driving dynamics that its fastback appears would counsel. The experience high quality is much less refined than anticipated, too, with the wheels clumping over imperfections and potholes.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The four-cylinder Atlas Cross Sport comes with EPA fuel-economy rankings of 21 mpg metropolis, 25 mpg freeway, and 23 mpg mixed for the front-wheel-drive mannequin and 20, 24, and 22 mpg, respectively, for the all-wheel-drive model. The V-6 is thirstier, with rankings of 18 mpg metropolis, 24 mpg freeway, and 20 mpg mixed for each the entrance driver and fashions with the optionally available all-wheel-drive system. On our 75-mph freeway loop, the front-drive V-6 Atlas Cross Sport averaged 25 mpg, and the turbo 4 mannequin delivered 26 mpg. For extra details about the Atlas’s gasoline financial system, go to the EPA’s web site.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Those aware of the three-row VW Atlas will discover the Cross Sport’s inside acquainted regardless of an up to date steering wheel and stitched door panels. Adults will discover comfy seating positions in both of the SUV’s rows however in contrast to the common Atlas, the Cross Sport presents solely a bench for its second row. In our testing, the Cross Sport held 30 carry-on suitcases with the rear seats folded and 14 with the rear seats in use. Those outcomes are higher than the Ford Edge (29 circumstances with seats down and 12 with seats up) and the Hyundai Santa Fe (27 circumstances with seats down and 12 with seats up).

Infotainment and Connectivity

All Atlas Cross Sports include a touchscreen infotainment show offering each Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration; a reconfigurable digital gauge show can be normal throughout the lineup. Navigation is optionally available, as is SiriusXM satellite tv for pc radio. VW’s Car-Net connectivity app permits for distant beginning and analytics. Plus, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot lets occupants stay related to the web whereas on the go.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Volkswagen is equipping all Atlas Cross Sports with automated emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring, however if you need extra superior driver-assistance options, you will should go along with one of many larger trim ranges. For extra details about the Atlas’s crash-test outcomes, go to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) web sites. Key security options embody:

• Standard automated emergency braking with forward-collision warning
• Standard blind-spot monitoring with rear-cross-traffic alert
• Available adaptive cruise management with a semi-autonomous driving mode

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

While most mainstream manufacturers begin with a three-year/36,000-mile guarantee, Volkswagen presents a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage. The powertrain guarantee falls behind others, which stretch to 5 and even 10 years. As some comfort, VW covers the primary two years of scheduled upkeep.

• Limited guarantee covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
• Powertrain guarantee covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
• Complimentary upkeep is roofed for two years or 20,000 miles

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