2024 VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport review // Is the new engine enough?
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2023
- This is a Motormouth couple car review of the updated 2024 Volkswagen Atlas mid-size three-row SUV.
What’s new for 2024? The 2024 VW Atlas gets a new engine, better fuel economy compared to the old VR6, a sleeker look, a redesigned front grille with black accents that show off the large air intakes, stacked adaptive LED headlamps, an available end to end rear lightbar and an illuminated VW logo. The 2024 VW Atlas interior sees some nice updates too with more premium materials, extra standard features including, automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a height adjustable passenger seat and IQ.Drive. There’s also a new model Peak Edition with a more rugged look, love that green colour.
There is just one powertrain option now for the 2024 VW Atlas , gone is the old turbocharged 4-cylinder and VR6. Instead, you get a new 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic transmission, 269 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque.
In Canada, standard AWD and in the US, FWD and AWD options are available.
The 2024 VW Atlas offers some great standard features now including, a 12” touchscreen, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a 10.25” digital driver display, 6-speaker audio system, a wireless charger, heated and ventilated front seats, a power driver seat, manual passenger seat, leatherette upholstery, a heated steering wheel and power tailgate.
In Canada, the 2024 VW Atlas starts at $49,995 CAD, Peak Edition $53,995 CAD, Highline $56,995 CAD and Execline R-Line $59,995 CAD.
The 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport starts at $48,895 CAD, Highline $55,895 CAD and Execline R-Line $58,895 CAD.
In the US, the Atlas SE FWD/AWD $37,725 USD/$39,625 USD, SE w/Tech FWD/AWD $41,665 USD/$43,565 USD, Peak Edition SE w/Tech $46,555 USD,
SEL $48,445 USD, Peak Edition SEL $50,435 USD, SEL Premium R-Line $52,455 USD.
The Atlas Cross Sport SE FWD/AWD $36,715 USD/$38,615 USD, SE w/Tech FWD/AWD $40,655 USD/$42,555 USD, SEL $47,435 USD, SEL R-Line $48,885 USD
SEL Premium R-Line $51,445 USD.
Fuel economy fot the Atlas/Cross Sport AWD gets 12.2L/100 km, 19 MPG city and 9.2L/100 km, 26 MPG highway.
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I love German automobiles but never owned one. I’ve always bought Honda and honestly never ever had any problems. This new VW atlas in my opinion is the best looking suv in it class, I so want to buy one but am afraid of it reliability.
I just picked up a 2024 Atlas SE Cross Sport w/tech 4 motion and absolutely love it.
Fantastic review!! I am impressed with your attention to details and your review is way different than the regular reviews from the other RUclips channels.. great job!!
Great review as usual! Waiting for this review. Atlas has improved in all the ways! VW has done a fantastic job. Looking forward to test drive soon.
yes! i've waiting for this model for quite some time myself! great review as usual 🙏👍Test drive only at the end of august though .....
I was waiting for your video! Ordered one last month 😊
Great, I think you will be impressed with the updates.
The avocado paint reminds me of my Mother's kitchen appliances in the early 70s..... harvest gold is probably the next paint color to be resurrected. Great review guys. Highly recommend leasing over purchasing
Nice improvements and better looking inside👍. Another great review guys 🙂🙂
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review!
You guys rock!!👍👍
Great car for squashing wildlife
I ordered a new one last month thinking I’d make the final decision once I saw your review. I’ve got a 2018 exec atlas. Love the new interior and great value for the price. Waiting for a dealer test drive soon I hope. Great review as per usual.
I think you will be impressed with the updates especially when you get inside the vehicle. What a difference between this and the previous model.
Are they already taking orders? When I check with the dealership they mentioned they are not quite sure about the pricing yet, this was last week. From Canada 🇨🇦
It’s at the dealership in my state Florida at Bertsmit St.petes 😂
We have a 2019 VW Atlas Exc line. We got the bench seat as well as we fit three car seats across the middle bench, while still being able to access the third row if needed. So far it has been an excellent experience as the kids grow. We have a 6year old and (2) 4 year olds. They have lots of leg room in that second row. The updates look nice but still no hybrid which we would be interested in for getting another SUV.
Been looking forward to this video!
Awesome, thanks for watching!
Could you do a review of the 2023 Ford escape st-elite hybrid?? Your videos are amazing !!!
Not bad VW. Great review, guys!!
Love the new Atlas. I think it's the one to pick out of the 5 you mentioned. It just rides really well
We have a 2021 ID4 and really enjoy the 12” main display with its haptic controls. I just don’t get how so many people have trouble with it. It works really well as do the haptic switches on the steering wheel. Crazy
I guess you get used to it, the only issue for me is it is no back lighted for driving at night.
My biggest gripes are the gloss black still in the interior and the fact the Harman Kardon stereo is only available on the top trim. That's inexcusable.
Great review, I just purchased a 2024 Pure Gray Atlas Cross Sport Execline. Finding little "easter eggs" not listed in a manual. You can actually shut off car while it is still in Drive mode and stopped and it also applies the Parking Brake - no need to move shifter to Park then engage Parking brake. Also first ever HUD that I can see with Polarized sunglasses :) :) :) Yep I miss the volume knob as I traded in a 2023 VW Tiguan Highline R Line. Regards Carl
You guys rock 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Great review! You both together are the best and most genuine reviewers of automobiles on the web. Feels like I’m getting information and thoughts and opinions from friends and family. Cheers from Crescent Beach! ☀️
That's so great to hear, thank you very much!
@@andreaspencer9813 might I ask what car you and Zack are sitting in when doing your weekly reviews. I love the all black interior. Thank you.
@@brumalerie It's our Porsche Cayenne.
@@andreaspencer9813 you’re awesome homie! I appreciate your time in replying. Love the all black interior of your Porsche. I wish more car companies would do that. I hear you guys are getting a GTI soon. I thought you guys would go for an R. I’m 51. I’ve met your husband many times while he was doing promo work for Z95 back in the 90’s. Such an awesome guy. I’ve had only GTI my entire life until 5 years ago I stepped up to an R and don’t think I could go back to a GTI now. I would have ordered the MK8 R a few years back from being old school only wanted buttons and switches and knobs. Seems like VW had finally partially listened to us by returning physical buttons on the Atlas steering wheel. With my present R extended warranty about to expire in a few months I will be viewing and then viewing again your reviews on the MK8 R or the new 2024 Atlas Cross sport to see which of these two VW will be my next car. Love your channel and wish you and hubby an amazing summer. Cheers!
I agree with Andrea. That green on the Peak Edition is the one to go for. I don't really care that it's just an appearance package. it's not like I'm EVER going to go off-road with my car. :)
Please do the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV that just came out, I'm so curious :D
Another great review
Glad you liked it, thanks for watching!
Loving the new Atlas but these mpg ratings are not competitive. As an Uber driver I want an Atlas 7 seater with a combined 30+ EPA at least. Guess I will wait for the Buzz?
HPA (another Canadian business) has developed a VR550T VR6 based on the Chinese market 2.5L VR6 and added a turbo if you want to transplant a VR6 back in to a VW.
I love that Peak edition. The engine change is fine with me.
VW group has some good sounding 2.0t’s. Even if that is augmented it through the audio system, it sounds just like it’s base Q7 Audi relation.
Great review. We went with the 2024 Tiguan Trendline with 4Motion. It has knobs and buttons! Would have preferred an 8" display instead of 6.5", but you can't have everything! Cheers.
I’ve driven trucks for a few years now and figured if I ever had to down size somewhat the atlas would be on my list. I saw one at a local auto show this month and man it was so comfortable and loved the styling and what you get for the money in the se/w technology package along with the cool lighting features at night. Didn’t think it was too bad at 46k USD.
Audi q7 turbo 4 I have. It is more than enough power, 30 mpg I get on highway more than advertised. In city driving 18-20. Peak trim is great looking. Vw interiors are usually better than competitors. New models Looks good
Great review. Now just need VW to announce the 2024 GLI
I have a new Tiguan 2 litre, I had ordered a hybrid but couldn't get a delivery date for over a year from Kia.
Anyway, looking at the forums, my 2 litre is getting similar fuel economy to the shortage hybrid. 6.7 ish average, I am 70% highway but still that's incredible
Grand Highlander does bench seat as a free option as well
super cool Andréa adds glamour to the video 🙌🏻💐
A similar engine in the Tiguan would be nice. The current version of the 2.0T in the Tiguan is SO underpowered, which is a shame because the vehicle rides and handles so nicely.
Atlas needs to have the VR6. That small 4 turbo charged will be trouble. It's physics. Turbo charging a small engine to have power to pull such a heavy vehicle.
Your not wrong Mr Motormouth the front end looks like from a ford explorer the interior is a Volkswagen gti and the back is very q7 or q8 they took the best of all I think so it gets a pass as it looks damn good I’d get a vr6 though before it’s gone.
Nice SUV. I'd have preferred that matte "wood" on the center console instead of the cursed piano black... And though I realize that worldwide, 2.0 turbos are a thing that's been legislated into ubiquity... I can't help thinking a 2.3 or a 2.5 liter displacement would have made a lot of sense for drivability. Overall, very nice car . Does anyone know if VW has started to put port and direct injection into their motors? That avoids carbon buildup.
Hello Andrea and Zack. My question to you is. How reliable is the 2024 VW Atlas? Are there any concerns from the past in regards mechanical issues or electrical issues? Currently I am debating between the 2024 Kia Telluride SX Limited or 2024 Atlas Exceline. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank You.
With the 4 cyl engine does this mean this will need a timing belt replacement as routine maintenance down the road?
Have they updated the reliability of the electronics? Ive seen some sitting at dealerships for modules that stop the car from being driveable but VW cant give a time on when the part will be available. Had a guy at my job be 8 months without his atlas.
Important questions... Does a Nalgene bottle fit anywhere inside!?
I have a Tiguan, the haptic is actually fine but I do have a volume knob and I'd hate to not have that. I'll likely upgrade to an Atlas as our family grows, having a bench seat in a top trim is exactly what I want.
very good review!
The company should hire you as a marketing consultant
Marketing is important for the companies to grow but how much data they can actually have from the research?
Great job… they should have paid you!
Have a '24 and I'm not a fan of the knobless/buttonless controls. I drive a lot at night and it's nearly impossible to find the haptic controls under the screen so I find myself having to use the touch screen and taking my focus off the road. I hope VW brings back the buttons in some form, maybe there is a happy medium out there. Also, I've found that when driving on a descent road, the suspension is incredibly quiet, but when you hit a bump, you really feel it. Maybe it's just me.
You know the 2024 atlas has voice control so you dont need to use the dash control just ask vw turn on heat etc
After trying it, It really doesn't work very well IMHO, there's just so much it CAN'T do!
So the off-roadie Peake trim does NOT get the 360 camera?
I think the updates vw made really improves both the atlas and cross sport. The outside is quite stylist and the interior is improved.
I just picked up an Atlas 2024 cross-sport...I really like it, but I think what is really not very well thought through is that the volume slider and HVAC are not backlit!
It has voice controls for heating btw
Like this car!!!!
Wow, that's fabulous news that a 2nd row bench seat is available in the top trim! Now please talk some sense into Toyota/Lexus, Hyundai/Kia, et cetera.
Should’ve the 2.5 five cylinder. Excellent power and super reliable built like a tank.
Hybrid availability, like on the Toyota Grand Highlander?
I think this is the same engine in Audi q5 2T. If that is the case they have fixed the transmission is finally smooth in Atlas. With great interior and better gas miles this is a good 3 row SUV
I will hold on to my VR6.
"Get something fun on the side, that's what I always say!"
Oh Andrea....
Cream interior (b roll) and dark tint would make this thing pop for me.
How would you compare this to the cx90?
I’m sure it’s loaded with that legendary VW reliability.
As someone who's never owned a VW, but considering this vehicle, I can't tell if you're being sarcastic right now. I've read the reliability can be questionable.
Probably sarcastic. Used to drive them, Beetle 69&73, Rabbit and a Jetta. Bought a Mazda 3 then bought another Mazda 3. Most of their stuff in North America is American or Mexican made so the only thing German is the name.
the atlas is definitely the most reliable vw aside from maybe the tiguan or arteon
@@hughm5996it being made in Mexico isn’t a problem, buddy. Jetta are built there, and they have the least problems, the rest come from Germany, which seem to have the least reliability.
@@israelruelas5756 According to the Wiki page the Atlas is made in Chattanooga Tennessee where they do or did make the Passat.
If they used chrome trim it would look better. That brushed silver Toyota uses also scratch easy and turns yellow
I’m not sure why so many people are tripping over the i4 in this thing….it’s the same block that’s in the base Q7…and the Q7 weights almost 1800lbs more
Love it
Grand highlanders and Pilots will be more expensive and less availability, correct me if i'm wrong but it would be easier to get the Atlas? A spacious 3 row SUV that you want to go from A to B, it's a contender.
I find it so much more practical when they limit the third row to two seats. It's already crazy tight, and by forcing three seat belts you cut down on space when it seems far more logically to just divvy up that tight space for two occupants (not counting true full size suvs like a Wagoner or Suburban, etc.).
We have the 2018 Atlas and the 3rd row isn't tight at all. I'm 6 feet and fit without having to squish myself.
I agree. I'm 6'2" and can actually fit in the third row of the Atlas for height and width, but it doesn't matter in the Suburban as adults can't fit back there anyway. I've driven the Wagoneer but never made it back to the second or third row.
Great funny review Andrea! This is very nice and it’s great to have some choices of seats and wherever you want 2 row or 3rd row. 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
More manufacturers need to offer a bench seat on all trims in a 7 or 8-passenger SUV. So glad you enjoyed the review, thanks for watching!
@@andreaspencer9813 totally agree on that! You are n very welcome! 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻
why is the red paint visible on the door frames? Looks cheap?
How come Zach is never the one posing by the car in the thumbnail? J/K. Thanks for another insightful review!
How does the interior compare to the mazda cx90 GT trim ( not top trim)
Lol
Will it last as long as a 4runner?
The engine growl in sport mode that Andrea mentioned may be fake and provided by the same "soundaktor" system used in the Golf and a variety of models produced by VAG. There is a RUclips video showing how to reduce - actually eliminate - the fake noise from the soundaktor from 100% to 0% in the Golf using VCDS. I'm hoping that the Porsche dealer can do the same in our Cayenne but I asked only last week after I found out that our Cayenne has the exact same soundaktor and I haven't heard back yet. I don't mind the fake noise so much but it seems silly and my wife absolutely hates the extra noise when I put the Cayenne in sport mode.
Mazda on the cx90 rear captain seats are free
Zack is right, it looks like an expedition from the front lol
Wow this is actually looking good. I wish the engine was better . Too weak but it’s nice
So you could wish it had better fuel economy instead?
@@krane15 either better fuel economy or v6
@@krane15 I rather lose a few MPG, and not having to worry about that small engine giving up after warranty is over. We have a 2018 Atlas VR6, and it isn't too bad on the freeway. I get 29 mpg, which isn't bad.
What made you buy a GTI over the Jetta GLI? You were so impressed with the GLI......
Can anyone tell me why my turn signal does not go off automatically?
First comment again BOOM. My life is really coming together
I think that is the best 7 seats suv. The great 2.0 tsi on stage 1 made 310-330 hp and 23 seconds in 100-200 km/h discipline
Do you know if the tunes were easily available for the Atlas in Canada?
A meaningless statement. Modifications on a new car are irrelevant.
Execline or Grand Highlander Hybrid Max? I’m hearing Execline available in September while the GH Hybrid Max is probably 12-14months out
People are literally driving the Hybrid Max right now.
@@naboxter842 I should have clarified, I meant in Canada. GH hasn't been released yet here.
I see they have both V4 and V6 options on their US website. V6- 276hp vs V4 235hp with premium fuel. I guess V6 would be the preferred one. Can you please do a demo for the 2024 Atlas V6? I guess the website is not updated yet. Looks like a Porsche type shifter :). Love it.
There is no V6 for 2024.
This vehicle only comes with one engine for North America. There is no V6.
They never had a V6. They had a VR6.
@@bmw803 The “VR” stands for “V-Reihenmotor” (Reihenmotor being German for “inline engine”) - or simplified to English, “Inline-V engine.” So, technically, the VR6 is a V6 engine, with a narrow 15-degree bank angle (along with a variant with a 10.6-degree bank angle)
@arabelhernandez9494 I knew that detail, but that's why it ain't a true V shaped engine. It's basically a cross between inline and V. I think it was Lancia that came up with this originally.
2024 VW Atlas or yet to arrive 2024 Subby Ascent?
I think VW has done a fab job with this vehicle, that was already great. With soaring gas prices, the engine makes sense with enough power to keep the drive exciting. It's also those little tweaks like the split ac vents (that's a winner, I wonder why other mfg's don't do it), the center console isn't intrusive on the visibility. I do miss seeing the fender audio (did you like the HK in this?), physical knobs & a hybrid option though!
Horseshit.....the worst infotainment system on the planet, and that 4 banger engine sucks MORE gas than the V-6 it replaces.
Using GTI engine for heavy SUV!!?? I think it’s underpowered it should be above 300hp and torque as well. What can you tow with this?
For that size even when the turbo that small 2L mind strain it as it ages .. a bigger 4 cylinder . Like a 2.4 or 2.5 .. make it directly competitive
Might**
Oh wow so great 👍 and very beautiful 😻❤️ and the engine 🚂🚒 very strong and powerful for the off 🛣️ road 💪🛣️ or high way and very good design with the new 🆕 technology for the new 🆕 generation hument and very easy to drive and comfortable ❤.
Just bought a 2024 crossport, where the heck is the dipstick?
Looks like a good value. I have the slider volume control in my ID4, and I've actually grown to like it. It's become natural to reach out, almost without looking, and slide my finger to adjust the volume. But, the physical buttons on the Atlas steering wheel look like a significant improvement over the old haptic ones like in my car, which can sometimes be hard to find by feel.
How about climate control?
@@keska01 I'm fine with tapping the dedicated temperature control slider. A two-finger tap also adjusts the heated seats, which is nice. Everything else with the climate control is accessible on the touch screen by pushing the Clima button. I always leave climate control in auto, so I've never touched any of those settings, and don't feel the need to. The one exception is turning AC on or off. I wish there were a dedicated button. I have to hit Clima and then switch AC on or off.
Those companies need to STOP reinventing simple shit that worked forever. Having to browse thru menus for something basic is stupid. My 2013 Jetta still has "cable" heat temp adjustment. It's basic, and probably will never break. Same goes with those stupid electric parking brakes. THE FUCK WAS WRONG WITH A HANDLE / CABLE?
Did i miss or there was no mention of mpg ?
You missed..it’s 19 City, 26 Highway
I test drove a 24 and the ventilated seats were completely useless. Couldn't feel if they were even on at full blast.
I test drove (and bought a 24) and didn't even know it had ventilated seats. While driving it, I said out loud... "Why is my butt getting cold?". The sales guy mentioned it was the ventilated seats. So... everyone is different I guess!
Good for Honda for sticking with a naturally aspirated engine and good AWD in the Pilot and Passort.
I must admit that Honda makes my favourite ordinary "big" SUVs.
Vr6 turbo I would buy one
That engine is only in China unfortunately.
MC is very beautiful
I do like this car. My issue is the outside other than the grill has not changed since it was introduced
Piano black at this price point is unacceptable.
Would it be acceptable on a Bentley?
Don't buy any car with piano black. That stuff will look like trash by the first year of use.
do you recommend plastic carbon fiber? plastic aluminum look? I'll take piano black over the soft touch crap that gets sticky after several hot summers...
@@K03sport You should wash your hands more often then.
Don’t look at an Audi then.
It’s unacceptable at any price point. It is cheap trash. Hopefully a quick fad.
I had an Audi A4 with the 2.0L turbo. Not a good experience for me.
She makes the funniest facial expressions; especially when he gets her with the jokes.
Lease and return
I saved you guys with my thumbs up click... it was at 666. LOL
Love your reviews.
Get on the boost and fuel economy will drop like a rock. Tow capacity for the turbo is 2,000 lbs., less than other large SUVs with turbos and 5,000 lbs. for the V6.
They said the new turbo 4 can tow 5,000 lbs. @18:33
I think the infotainment would be a dealbreaker for me.
That Atlas is too droney, may be a deal breaker. But I love its size honestly.
Zack, it DOES look like a Ford in my opinion
When we heard no more v6 we immediately bought a 23 se V6.
Were you saying Peak Torque or Peter Tork??😊🐵