Volkswagen Atlas vs Atlas Cross Sport SUV Comparison

Searching for an SUV built to endure Montana’s toughest weather? Look no further than Volkswagen of Bozeman. Our inventory of SUVs includes AWD SUVs of all shapes and sizes, equipped with the drive modes and traction you need to keep your family safe all winter. Two of our best-selling SUVs share a name! The Volkswagen Atlas and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. While each serves a different purpose, these siblings have a lot in common. When equipped with AWD, both models offer specific drive modes for Snow and Off-Road conditions, plus a custom drive mode to deliver power where you need it. Both Volkswagen SUVs also earned a five-star overall safety rating, making them among the safest cars you can drive in Montana. Both these SUVs share a lot, so what sets them apart? Their body styles. In the sections below, we’ll highlight the similarities and differences between the VW SUVs, including the Atlas trim levels and pricing. If you’d like to see which VW Atlas makes the most sense for your family, visit our Volkswagen dealership in Bozeman today!

 

 

VW Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas Specs

While the seating capacity and body styles differ between the two SUVs, they share the same platform, which is why they share a name. Every Atlas, regardless of the extra words at the end, comes equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 269 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. It routes power through an eight-speed automatic transmission and is available in FWD or AWD. It’s worth noting that at our Montana Volkswagen dealership, the vast majority of our inventory is AWD-only. The VW Atlas towing capacity is 5,000 lbs when equipped with a trailer with brakes. The Atlas has a city fuel economy of 19 mpg and a highway fuel economy of 26 mpg for AWD models. Figures are similar for the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Both handle similarly, but the Atlas Cross Sport is a bit more athletic thanks to its shorter, lighter design. Test drive both Volkswagen SUVs for sale at Bob Moore VW today!

 

Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport Differences

The Volkswagen Atlas is the bigger brother, and the mid-size SUV comes equipped with three rows of seating that can accommodate up to seven passengers. If you opt for captain’s chairs in the middle row, your seating capacity will be reduced to six. It has a classic SUV silhouette, with a boxier frame that prioritizes cargo and passenger space throughout the cabin. In the rear, you’ll find 20.6 cubic feet behind the 2nd row, while folding all three rows increases cargo space to 96.6 cubic feet of total cargo space. The Atlas Cross Sport retains a mid-size cabin but is built for drivers who don’t need the third row. With the third row removed. The Atlas Cross Sport cuts out some of the excess from the base Atlas, shaving five inches off its length. Since there’s still plenty of room in the cabin, the VW Atlas Cross Sport also adopts a coupe-esque sloping roofline, making it a more attractive SUV than the base Atlas. Of course, these changes come at the cost of some cargo space, but you’ll still benefit from 40.3 cubic feet of room in the rear, and up to 77.6 cubic feet of total cargo space, which should be more than enough for most drivers. Visit VW of Bozeman to learn more!

Volkswagen Atlas and Cross Sport Trim Levels and Pricing

Both SUVs share four of five trim levels, and you can largely expect to find the same features across all five trim levels. It’s also a great opportunity to compare pricing between the two Volkswagens: 

 

Trim Level:	Volkswagen Atlas MSRP:	Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport MSRP:
Volkswagen Atlas SE	$39,310	$38,300
Volkswagen Atlas SE with Technology	$43,730	$42,720
Volkswagen Atlas SEL	$49,620	$48,610
Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line	$54,630	$53,620

 

Both lineups have their own mid-level trim levels. For the Atlas Cross Sport, the SEL R-Line Black trim comes with a wide range of features, including heated seats across both rows, leather seats, R-Line Black styling, and a head-up display. The Atlas gets the Peak Edition instead, which isn’t quite as premium as the Black, but delivers more off-road features, including all-terrain tires, a trailer hitch, special bumpers with extra cladding, and a panoramic sunroof. If you’d like to learn more about the trim levels offered by the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport, visit our Montana VW dealer. 

Test Drive Both Volkswagen SUVs for Sale in Bozeman

When it comes down to it, these are two very similar SUVs at very similar price points. Both are built to deliver year-round with plenty of safety features, cargo space, and amenities. All you need to do is decide how much seating you’d like! When you’re ready to pull the trigger on the new VW Atlas or Atlas Cross Sport, do it with Volkswagen of Bozeman.