Volkswagen Atlas is a seven-seat large-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2018 model year, there are ten trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 235 to 276 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,400 to $3,000, which over the course of five years will cost you $4,500 in extra fuel spending. Volkswagen Atlas has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA. You can lease a 2018 Volkswagen Atlas 2.0T SE FWD starting from $239 per month.
According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2018 Volkswagen Atlas 2.0T SE FWD starting from $239 a month with $2,999 due at signing.
2018 Atlas has a relatively long wheelbase ( 117.3 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4336 - 4502 lbs.
2018 Atlas seats seven adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Atlas ia a class-leader on only two measurements - hips and head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is the largest among its peers with 55.5 cu. ft.
Trim | 2018 Atlas S | 2018 Atlas V6 S | 2018 Atlas V6 Launch Edition | 2018 Atlas SE | 2018 Atlas V6 SE | 2018 Atlas SE w/Technology | 2018 Atlas V6 SE w/Technology | 2018 Atlas SEL | 2018 Atlas V6 SEL | 2018 Atlas V6 SEL Premium |
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Starging MSRP | $30,750 | $32,150 | $33,750 | $33,840 | $35,240 | $35,940 | $37,340 | $39,410 | $41,140 | $48,740 |
Engine | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.6L V-6 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.6L V-6 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
HP | 235 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp | 235 hp | 276 hp | 235 hp | 276 hp | 235 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
City | 22 MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG | 22 MPG | 18 MPG | 22 MPG | 18 MPG | 22 MPG | 18 MPG | 17 MPG |
Highway | 26 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG | 25 MPG | 23 MPG |
Combined | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | 19 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,400 | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,400 | $2,850 | $2,400 | $2,850 | $2,400 | $2,850 | $3,000 |
2018 Atlas SUV comes in ten trim levels, with an average price that is $869 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, Atlas has a class-leading fuel economy of 24 mpg.
2018 Atlas SUV has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed three hundred and twenty-two complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also sixteen recalls issued by Volkswagen, which by itself is a relatively high number.