Comparing Two Titans – The VW Atlas vs. the VW Atlas Cross Sport

And Where to Find a Volkswagen SUV for Sale Near You in Houston

Spacious and powerful SUVs are the core of the VW lineup. The automaker has always done a great job ensuring that there’s an SUV for every type of driver and family dynamic.

Want an SUV that prioritizes fuel economy? The VW Taos gets an estimated 28 miles per gallon in the city and 36 miles per gallon on the highway.

How about an SUV that uses no gas at all? The award-winning all-electric VW ID.4 gets up to 275 miles on a single charge (Pro model).

What about an SUV that maxes out storage and performance? That places you squarely in VW Atlas territory. However, there’s more than one version of the VW Atlas to consider, and they can look extremely similar to each other upon first glance. To provide some clarity, we’ll break down what differentiates these two vehicles when making the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vs. standard Atlas comparison.

The VW Atlas vs. VW Atlas Cross Sport – Similarities and Differences

Out of all the new Volkswagen SUVs on the lot here at VW Clear Lake, the VW Atlas and VW Atlas Cross Sport have the most in common with one another. That’s because the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport was directly inspired by the standard Atlas during its design phase. It was made for folks who liked the idea of the VW Atlas but wanted to skew smaller.

As far as similarities go, drivers can expect a ton of overlap in the features department. Any infotainment, driver assistance, or safety feature that you can get with the VW Atlas, you can get with the VW Atlas Cross Sport. That includes features such as the myVW app, VW Digital Cockpit, IQ.DRIVE, and plenty more.

Additionally, drivers have a selection of engine options on both new Volkswagen SUVs. Drivers can either get a 2.0L turbo 8-speed automatic with Tiptronic engine or a 2.0L turbo 8-speed automatic with Tiptronic with 4MOTION®. There is also the option to choose between all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.

Depending on your selections, both the VW Atlas and VW Atlas Cross Sport can deliver up to 266 lb-ft of torque and 278 horsepower with a max towing capacity of 5,000 lbs.

Now that we’ve gone over what’s the same, let’s dive into what’s different about these new Volkswagen SUVs.

• There is a slight price difference between these two vehicles. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a starting MSRP of $34,460; the starting MSRP for the standard Atlas is $35,150.
• The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport features a two-tone color scheme with its interior and seat upholstery. The standard Atlas only uses one color.
• The VW Atlas can seat up to seven people because it has a third row of seating. The VW Atlas Cross Sport only seats five; however, passengers get more legroom when compared to the standard Atlas.
• The VW Atlas is larger in dimensions and offers more storage. Drivers get up to 96.8 cubic feet of storage with the rear seats folded down. By comparison, the VW Atlas Cross Sport maxes out at 77.8 cubic feet of storage when the seats are folded down.

Looking for a Volkswagen SUV for Sale Near You? Visit VW Clear Lake!

Now that you know more about the Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, the next step is to check them out in person to see which one most appeals to you and your driving style. As your local Volkswagen dealership in Houston, VW Clear Lake has plenty of these SUVs in stock and ready to test drive. Feel free to contact us or drop by the dealership to check out both versions of the VW Atlas.

Not in the market for a new Volkswagen SUV? No problem! As the leading Volkswagen dealership in Houston, we carry a wide variety of vehicles meant to suit any budget, driving style, and storage needs. If you’ve been looking for a used Volkswagen near you, VW Clear Lake has used and certified preowned vehicles that have undergone a 100-point inspection. You can also find great deals on VW products and services in our specials section.

The VW Clear Lake dealership is conveniently located at 15100 Gulf Fwy in Houston. Feel free to stop by to test drive the VW Atlas or any of our other amazing vehicles. You can also contact us at (832) 432-7969 or email us directly using the contact form on our website.

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