How the 2023 VW Atlas Measures Up Against the VW Atlas Cross Sport

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

Over the past five years, Volkswagen has really stepped up their SUV game.

The VW ID.4 – their first electric vehicle – went on to win the 2021 World Car of the Year Award and tons of other accolades. The new Volkswagen SUV has a range of up to 275 miles on a single charge and is loaded with future forward features.

The VW Taos is another newcomer to the Volkswagen SUV lineup. This subcompact proves that not all SUVs mean taking on a high cost of ownership. With a modest starting MSRP of $24,155, this SUV is one of the most affordable in its class. It also does great on gas mileage, delivering an estimated 28 mpg city/36 mpg highway.

If you’re looking for a Volkswagen SUV for sale near you, then you’ll want to hear about the two newest arrivals that have hit our showroom floor – the 2023 VW Atlas and the 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport. Let’s get to know more about these two new Volkswagen SUVs.

VW Atlas vs. VW Atlas Cross Sport – Similar Yet Different

To be totally forthcoming, the VW Atlas and the VW Atlas Cross Sport have a lot in common. Since the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport for sale is directly inspired by the standard Atlas, drivers will notice a lot of overlap in specs and features.

First, both SUVs offer the same two engine options. Drivers can either get a 2.0L Turbo 8-speed Auto with Tiptronic engine or a 2.0L Turbo 8-speed Auto with Tiptronic with 4MOTION®.

Second, both versions of the Atlas are available in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Additionally, both vehicles provide drivers with up to 278 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, and they both have a max towing capacity of 5,000 lbs.

The VW Atlas and VW Atlas Cross Sport also share the same list of driver assistance and infotainment features. Some of the main ones include IQ.DRIVE, VW Digital Cockpit, the myVW app, and the touchscreen media display. Finally, they are both covered under the Carefree Coverage warranty.

Clearly, these two SUVs have a lot in common. Now let’s dive into what makes them distinct.

• The standard VW Atlas offers up to three rows of seating and can accommodate up to seven people. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport for sale is a smaller, sportier version of the Atlas, so it only has two rows of seats; however, passengers will get some extra legroom.
• The standard VW Atlas is bigger and offers more storage. Its dimensions are 201″ length x 78″ width x 70″ height. It offers drivers 20.6 cubic feet of storage and up to 96.8 cubic feet of storage with the seats folded down. By comparison, the VW Atlas Cross Sport is 5 inches shorter in length and 2 inches shorter in height. Drivers will have 40.3 cubic feet of storage and up to 77.8 cubic feet of storage with the seats folded down.
• The VW Atlas Cross Sport has a sporty two-tone interior color scheme on the seat upholstery; the VW Atlas uses one color. Drivers will notice some other aesthetic differences, but nothing major.
• Finally, there is a very slight price difference. The starting MSRP for the base level SE trim for the 2023 VW Atlas is $35,150. The VW Atlas Cross Sport base level trim is $34,460.

Visit Your Local Volkswagen Dealership in Houston to Check Out the 2023 VW Atlas

Now that you know how the VW Atlas and VW Atlas Cross Sport measure up against each other, the next step is for you to take them for a test drive. We know these two SUVs look pretty similar on paper, which is why we encourage checking them out in person to see which one is a better fit.

Feel free to visit the VW Cypress dealership directly to arrange a test drive. If you’re looking to get pre-approved for an auto loan, make sure to reach out to the Volkswagen financial services department.

For questions or to schedule an appointment, call us at (281) 532-8824 or e-mail us directly using the contact form on our website.

Important notification to our customers: Volkswagen Cypress SALES operations will move into its new location at 11411 Farm to Market 1960 West in Houston, TX, January 20th 2023! SERVICE operations will also move to a new location during this same time. Its new stand-alone building can be found at 10828 Steepletop Drive in Houston, TX, located just one minute away from SALES.

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