Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview | |
Years produced1974-2021 | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$36,985 |
Average price$11,920 | Average price$29,860 |
Listings800 | Listings9381 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews SummaryVolkswagen's efforts to grow its appeal in the United States have developed over a long process of trial and error, but VW showed it finally understood American tastes when it launched the Atlas three-row crossover SUV. And because not everyone needs three rows, VW followed up the standard Atlas with the two-row Cross Sport for the 2020 model year. Both versions get a significant refresh for 2024. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport gets most of the same updates as its three-row sibling, including different styling, more standard features, and the discontinuation of its six-cylinder engine option in favor of a more powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine. These changes are aimed at making the Cross Sport more competitive against other midsize crossovers like the Chevrolet Blazer and Honda Pilot, the aged Ford Edge and Nissan Murano, and the more truck-like Jeep Grand Cherokee. The 2024 Atlas Cross Sport lineup includes SE, SE with Technology, SEL, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium R-Line trim levels. We drove the range-topping SEL Premium R-Line for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight4173 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height68.1 in |
Length167.5 in | Length195.6 in |
Width70.5 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1974-2021 | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $17,995 | $36,985 |
Average price | $11,920 | $29,860 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | Volkswagen's efforts to grow its appeal in the United States have developed over a long process of trial and error, but VW showed it finally understood American tastes when it launched the Atlas three-row crossover SUV. And because not everyone needs three rows, VW followed up the standard Atlas with the two-row Cross Sport for the 2020 model year. Both versions get a significant refresh for 2024. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport gets most of the same updates as its three-row sibling, including different styling, more standard features, and the discontinuation of its six-cylinder engine option in favor of a more powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine. These changes are aimed at making the Cross Sport more competitive against other midsize crossovers like the Chevrolet Blazer and Honda Pilot, the aged Ford Edge and Nissan Murano, and the more truck-like Jeep Grand Cherokee. The 2024 Atlas Cross Sport lineup includes SE, SE with Technology, SEL, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium R-Line trim levels. We drove the range-topping SEL Premium R-Line for this review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 4173 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 195.6 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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