2024 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2023 Ford Explorer
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MSRP$36,760 | MSRP$37,995 |
Listings163 | Listings146 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2023 Ford Explorer Reviews Summary | |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight4343 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height70.4 in |
Length198.8 in | Length200.7 in |
Width89.3 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $36,760 | $37,995 |
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Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Launched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 4343 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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