Compare 2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $38,295 | $31,890 | $33,595 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $36,724 | $30,773 | $31,451 |
| Destination | $1,020 | $1,175 | $1,050 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Climatronic Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | Standard | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look | Leather/chrome |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Ashtray | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Delay |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Power | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Proximity | N/A | Proximity |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Leather | Leather |
| Cargo Net - Pet Guard | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 7 Passengers | 7 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| 3rd Row Seats | 50-50 Split-bench | 50-50 Split-bench | N/A |
| Seat Trim | V-Tex Leatherette | Leatherette | Leather |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | N/A | Manual | N/A |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | Glove Box Mounted Single | N/A | Console Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 12 Harman/kardon |
| Amplifier | N/A | N/A | 576W |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | N/A |
| Navigation System | N/A | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | VW Car-Net Services (capabilities Require Enrollment Or Subscription) | N/A | STARLINK Safety And Security (Subscription Required) |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Headlights | LED Low/high Beam | LED Low Beam | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cornering Lights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | N/A | 2 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Park Distance Control | Standard | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | N/A | Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) | EyeSight Lane Keep Assist |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (84 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/20,000 Mileage) | Basic (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (120 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Accessories (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 120 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 84 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 24 Months/20,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Fixed | Window Grid And Roof Mount |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | N/A | Body-colored |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | Black | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Accents | Black | Metal-look W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | N/A | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Power Liftgate | Liftgate | Power Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Laminated Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Front Tires | P255/50HR20.0 BSW AS | P235/60HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/60HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 20" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive All Wheel |
| 4WD Shift | N/A | N/A | Electronic |
| Engine Block Heater | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | Sportmatic | Standard |
| Transmission | 8-spd W/OD | 8-spd W/OD | Lineartronic 8-spd CVT W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.60 | 3.80 | 3.90 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 198.3 " | 188.9 " | 191.3 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 78.3 " | 74.8 " | 73.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 70.0 " | 66.7 " | 66.4 " |
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
| Horsepower | 276 @ 6,200 Rpm | 191 @ 6,100 Rpm | 182 @ 5,800 Rpm |
| Torque | 266 @ 2,750 Rpm | 181 @ 4,000 Rpm | 176 @ 4,400 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 24 Mpg | 26 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 23 Mpg | 29 Mpg | 33 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.6 Seconds | 8.8 Seconds | 8.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.7 Seconds | 16.5 Seconds | 16.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 88 Mph | 86 Mph | 81 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 58 Mph | 58 Mph | 58 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.50/3.80 " | 3.48/4.00 " | 3.70/3.54 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,427 Lbs. | 3,794 Lbs. | 3,730 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,754 Lbs. | 5,357 Lbs. | 4,850 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,080 Lbs. | N/A | 900 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 5,000 Lbs. | 2,000 Lbs. | 2,700 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 117.3 " | 110.8 " | 108.1 " |
| Front Track | 67.2 " | N/A | 61.8 " |
| Rear Track | 67.8 " | N/A | 62.8 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | N/A | 18.1 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 8.0 " | N/A | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .34 | N/A | .34 |
| Front Legroom | 41.5 " | 41.4 " | 42.8 " |
| Rear Legroom | 37.6 " | 41.7 " | 39.5 " |
| Third Row Legroom | 33.7 " | 29.6 " | N/A |
| Front Headroom | 41.3 " | 40.3 " | 40.1 " |
| Rear Headroom | 40.4 " | 39.1 " | 39.1 " |
| Third Row Headroom | 38.3 " | 36.8 " | N/A |
| Front Hip Room | 58.2 " | 55.6 " | 55.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 58.0 " | 55.1 " | 54.8 " |
| Third Row Hip Room | 45.1 " | 42.5 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 61.5 " | 59.0 " | 58.1 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 60.8 " | 58.1 " | 57.4 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | 54.9 " | 53.0 " | N/A |
| Luggage Volume | 20.6 Cu.ft. | 12.6 Cu.ft. | 32.5 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 96.8 Cu.ft. | 75.5 Cu.ft. | 75.7 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 154 Cu.ft. | N/A | 109 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 18.6 Gal. | 17.7 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Average | N/A | N/A |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.09 | N/A | N/A |
| Depreciation | $21,668 | N/A | N/A |
| Fees and Taxes | $3,848 | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Cost | $9,318 | N/A | N/A |
| Insurance | $8,333 | N/A | N/A |
| Maintenance | $2,660 | N/A | N/A |
| Repairs | $1,000 | N/A | N/A |
| Opportunity Costs | $741 | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost | $54,366 | N/A | N/A |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Hip/Thigh | good | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | good | good | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Ease of Use | marginal | acceptable | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Front Crash Prevention | superior | superior | superior |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
