What Is The Towing Capacity of the Volkswagen (VW) Atlas?

what is the towing capacity of the volkswagen (vw) atlas?

Tow Capacity of the Volkswagen Atlas

Tow capacity of the VW Atlas is as much as 5,000 when paired with the 3.6L V6 engine and equipped with the factory towing hitch. This platform is available with the VW Atlas SE Tech R-Line, SE Tech, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL Premium and SEL Premium R-Line trims. All of these trims come with a standard 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® and Sport mode, which grants drivers peace of mind, no matter what they are towing.

Horsepower of the Volkswagen (VW) Atlas

What Is The Horsepower of the Volkswagen Atlas Engine?

Horsepower on the VW Atlas ranges between 235-276 hp, depending on which engine option you choose. The available 3.6L, 24-valve, DOHC, narrow-angle V6 engine generates 276 hp. The standard 2.0L TSI®, 16-valve, DOHC, in-line-4cylinder turbocharged engine produces 235 hp. No matter what one you choose, you will find the Atlas is equipped with enough power for most drivers.

How Much Does the Atlas Weigh?

Volkswagen (VW) Atlas Vehicle Weight

The Atlas weight is 4,248-4,612 lbs. The curb weight of the Atlas varies based on trim level and which engine option you choose. The VW Atlas with the standard 2.0L TSI®, 16-valve, DOHC, in-line 4 cylinder turbocharged engine has the lowest weight of 4,248 lbs. The VW Atlas paired with the 3.6L V6 engine and SEL Premium trim has the heaviest curb weight of 4,612 lbs.

What Is The Ground Clearance of the Volkswagen (VW) Atlas?

What Is The Ground Clearance of the Volkswagen Atlas?

The Atlas has a ground clearance height of 8 inches. While heading off road may not be a part of your daily drive, the added safety of 8-inches of ground clearance height can still prove useful in town. Large speed humps and steep parking lot ramps will be no match for your Atlas.



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