Volkswagen Atlas I

Volkswagen Atlas I
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The Volkswagen Atlas I (since 2018): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: CA1 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,970–5,100 mm TC4,966–5,037 mm
Width1,980–1,990 mm TC1,989 mm
Height1,720–1,750 mm TC1,720–1,778 mm
Wheelbase2,980 mm TC2,980 mm
Front track1,710–1,720 mm TC–
Rear track1,720 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,928–4,288 kg TC–
Seats and space
Fuel tank–70 L
Performance
Top speed–188–210 km/h
Torque–320–370 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2018–2026: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,996 complaints for model years 2018–2026. 38 crashes · 5 fires · 58 injuries

  • Electrical system 479
  • Engine 371
  • Airbags 362
  • Brakes 350
  • Driver assistance 248
  • Fuel system 138

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 7 versions of the Volkswagen Atlas I

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2018–2027SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–25 MPG (9.4–10.7 L/100 km) EPA226–254 g/km
2021–2027SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive20–23 MPG (10.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA241–271 g/km
2018–2023SIDI3.6 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA272–286 g/km
2018–2023SIDI3.6 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA280–301 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2018–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic10.0–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle233–271 g/km
2018–2023Sport utility vehicle: Small3.6 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.9–12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle279–286 g/km
2019–2021Sport utility vehicle: Standard3.6 LPetrol8-speed automatic12.2–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle286–301 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.