2024 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2025 Porsche Cayenne
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MSRP$37,995 | MSRP$84,700 |
Listings191 | Listings26 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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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. | |
2025 Porsche Cayenne Reviews SummaryVerdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway23 |
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Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.6 cu ft | Cargo Space27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4343 lbs | Curb Weight4678 lbs |
Height70.4 in | Height66.9 in |
Length200.7 in | Length194.1 in |
Width88.5 in | Width86.4 in |
Wheelbase117.3 in | Wheelbase114.0 in |
Maximum Payload1091 lbs | Maximum Payload1572 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $37,995 | $84,700 |
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Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 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. | Verdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | |
Horsepower | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.6 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4343 lbs | 4678 lbs |
Height | 70.4 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 194.1 in |
Width | 88.5 in | 86.4 in |
Wheelbase | 117.3 in | 114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1091 lbs | 1572 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 7716 lbs |
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