2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport

Curious about the difference between the Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport? You’re not alone! Many drivers from the New Braunfels and San Marcos area have this same question when they’re shopping our showroom. In short, the Atlas Cross Sport is a smaller version of the Atlas, so it also has a lower starting price. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or your busy family, Group 1 Volkswagen Alamo Heights can help you determine whether the Atlas or Atlas Cross Sport should go home with you! Check out the chart above for an overview, and compare them in detail, below.

VW Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Performance 

The heart of the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport is the same: a 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine with 235 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. You will also be able to tow up to 2,000 pounds with either model! Front-wheel drive is the standard drivetrain on both vehicles, but you can upgrade to 4MOTION® all-wheel drive with either option. Additionally, both the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport earn a FWD fuel economy of 21 MPG city/25 MPG highway. 

VW Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Interior Appointments 

There isn’t a huge price disparity between the Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport, and that’s because their interior features are largely the same. Choose either version and you will get a Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, heated front seats, leatherette seating surfaces, and more to make your Seguin drives more enjoyable. 

VW Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Seating & Dimensions

If the features and performance of the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are the same, why is the Atlas Cross Sport more affordable? The reason for the lower entry price is because the Atlas Cross Sport is a smaller vehicle than the Atlas. The standard VW Atlas interior offers 7-person seating, while the Atlas Cross Sport interior has 5-person seating. The larger Atlas also provides a larger cargo area; compare the Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport dimensions for more information:

Volkswagen Atlas Dimensions

• Cargo Volume to Row 1 – 96.8 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume to Row 2 – 55.5 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume to Seat 3 – 20.6 cubic feet
• Overall Length – 200.7 inches

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Dimensions 

• Cargo Volume to Row 1 – 77.8 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume to Row 2 – 40.3 cubic feet
• Overall Length – 195.5 inches

Test Drive a Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport! 

Stop by Group 1 Volkswagen Alamo Heights anytime to compare the Atlas and Atlas Cross sport in person. We’ve always got rotating new VW specials going on, so be sure to check them out when you decide which model is right for you!

*Starting MSRP of $35,150 for a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SE 2.0L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude transportation, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

**Starting MSRP of $34,460 for a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SE 2.0L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.